Subject: Record-breaking CFA results, smashing your next exam, science-backed study and career tips

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300Hours CFA Blog

12 articles • 11d to Aug'21 • 106d to Nov'21 • 197d to Feb'22

  • L2 May'21 results this week: Talk about drama last week. L1 results were controversial and heavily debated, with record low pass rates and high MPS (our estimates). For those still expecting results, good luck for results week, and don't forget to send us your results for our MPS research!
  • How to prepare for the next CFA exam: For those who passed or are retrying, kickstart your studies with our individual CFA exam prep guide by level. And use our free, customizable CFA study planner too!
  • Other study tips: Listen to music while studying? We discuss how ambient sounds may increase study focus. And more importantly, how to stay sane if you're juggling studying, a full-time job AND job-hunting, all at the same time.

Read, and remember to comment!
Zee Tan, 300Hours 📉


CFA Passing Score: We Reveal The Latest Minimum Passing Score (MPS) Estimates

Zee Tan • CFA • Exam Day & Results

What the MPS is, how it is determined, and what our MPS estimates are for all CFA exams since 2012.

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CFA Pass Rates: How Hard Are The CFA Exams?

Sophie Macon • CFA • Exam Day & Results

We often get questions from our readers on exactly how difficult the CFA exams could be. Here's our analysis of pass rates that could help you decide for yourself.

Pass rate analysis ➔

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CFA Level 1: How To Prepare & Pass CFA In 18 Months

Sophie Macon • CFA • How to Study

This guide starts off by ensuring you know what you’re up against in CFA Level 1, answering the key questions you need to bear in mind before studying.

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CFA Level 2: How To Prepare & Pass CFA In 18 Months

Sophie Macon • CFA • How to Study

Key questions, and includes a 4-month L2 study plan.

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CFA Level 3: How To Prepare & Pass CFA In 18 Months

Sophie Macon • CFA • How to Study

Key questions, and how to formulate your L3 study plan.

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Zee Tan • CFA • Candidate Resources

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7 Ambient Sound Apps To Increase Your Study Focus

Sophie Macon • CFA • Candidate Resources

While coffee can be an effective tool when used correctly, it’s not a long term solution. Luckily for us, there’s another often overlooked, but scientifically proven tool that can help boost your study focus and creativity – ambient sounds.

How sound can improve your exam performance ➔

7 Motivational Techniques To Remain Sane While CFA Exam Studying, Job Hunting And Working

Matthew Buonopane • Study Motivation

Here are some tips and tricks from my personal experience years ago when studying for CFA exams, working in a full-time job and job hunting, all at the same time.

How to have it all ➔

Feb 2022: When To Apply For Access Scholarship?

hrishikesh928 • CFA Level 1 Candidate Support • 19 replies

"When will the Access scholarship be available?"

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Financial Statement Analysis: Answer With "Most Meaningful Information"

ERIC22T • CFA General Candidate Support • 2 replies

"Which answer option has the most meaningful information?"

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Website Error When Trying To Enroll And Register

GabrielMoraes • CFA General Candidate Support • 13 replies

"I can't register for the CFA exam - I just get an error message. Anyone manage to resolve this?"

See the full support discussion ➔

No Current Passport, 2 Weeks Until Exam

slow • CFA General Candidate Support • 3 replies

"I had to renew my passport since it expired recently and just realized I still haven’t received my new one yet. What should I do?"

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THE Investment Banking Book

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Rosenbaum and Pearl once again have written the definitive book that they wish had existed when they were trying to break into Wall Street.

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CFA snacks...?

Twitter • @300hours • 6 likes • 1 replies/RTs

I LOVE this CFA exam care package that a supportive partner has put together here! A box of snacks - each with a practice problem on it, so that you can practice and review before you munch on a treat!

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