Subject: Tangible CFA benefits, FRM & IMC deep-dive, career management mega-guide

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8 articles • 65d to Nov'24 • 157d to Feb'25 • 247d to May'25

  • Why CFA Program? For those considering the CFA designation, we discuss a few potential benefits and look at why some employers prefer hiring CFA charterholders. Depending on your career goals and personal situation, we hope this helps guide your decision making.

  • FRM and IMC qualifications: This week, we look at how to start your FRM preparation well and take a deep dive into Investment Management Certificate (IMC) - a lighter introduction to investment management.

  • Career management mega guide: One of the best pieces of advice I've received at work a long time ago was that the best time to look for your next role is whilst you still have a job (especially if you're happy in it). With less pressure, you'll be more confident, curious and are actually the one interviewing the hiring firm. Check out our series of articles below on how best to manage your job search.

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Zee Tan, 300Hours 👍


CFA Charterholders: Why Top Firms Prefer Hiring Them

CFA Charterholders: Why Top Firms Prefer Hiring Them

Zee Tan • Career Advice

CFA charters are not a magic bullet to jobs, but CFA charterholders are definitely preferred in the hiring cycle. We interview HR in a few top firms to ask them exactly why.

Why top firms prefer CFAs ➔

7 Benefits Of CFA Charter You Should Know

7 Benefits Of CFA Charter You Should Know

Zee Tan • Career Advice

There are a plethora of upsides to getting a CFA charter, but here are the 7 most important ones.

7 big benefits to CFA ➔

Give Yourself the Best Chance to Pass the CFA Exam

AdGive Yourself the Best Chance to Pass the CFA Exam

Kaplan Schweser • Prep Providers

Schweser’s all-inclusive CFA Study Packages combine quality study tools and expert guidance to produce superior success rates for candidates like you.

Choose Your Study Package ➔

2024 CFA Level I Practice Pack

Ad2024 CFA Level I Practice Pack

CFA Institute • Study Resources

Registered CFA Level I candidates! Supplement your studies with even more questions and mock exams, all written by the authors of the CFA Program.

Learn More ➔

FRM Preparation: How To Pass FRM Exams

FRM Preparation: How To Pass FRM Exams

Zee Tan • FRM

How do you pass your FRM exams in the simplest, fastest, easiest possible way? Here's our cover-all guide.

FRM exam pass guide ➔

Investment Management Certificate (IMC): A Useful Guide

Investment Management Certificate (IMC): A Useful Guide

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

What is the IMC, and would it be beneficial for your career? We go through all areas of the IMC to help you decide if it makes sense for you.

All about IMC ➔

Credit analyst training with the CBCA certification

AdCredit analyst training with the CBCA certification

Corporate Finance Institute • Other Qualifications

Full access to 18 courses and certificates. Gain a competitive edge in commercial banking with advanced knowledge, real-world analysis skills, and career confidence.

Special rate with MYCBCA10 ➔

What To Do When You Lose Your Job: A Helpful Checklist

What To Do When You Lose Your Job: A Helpful Checklist

Zee Tan • Career Advice

When you lose your job, it's often a stressful process. In these cases it's key to make sure you check a few important boxes, making sure you're setting yourself up in the best possible way, such as ensuring you're getting the best possible severance package, references to get before you're shown the door, and what to do next. Our guide has a list of everything to you need to be doing.

300Hours' guide to getting fired ➔

How To Prepare For An Interview: 3 Steps To Secure Your Job Offer

How To Prepare For An Interview: 3 Steps To Secure Your Job Offer

Zee Tan • Career Advice

What should you be doing when you are preparing for an interview? In this guide, we teach you several important steps to be mindful of to maximize your chances of securing a job offer from your interview.

Full interview guide ➔

ESG - The Fastest-growing Trend in Finance

AdESG - The Fastest-growing Trend in Finance

EFFAS • Other Qualifications

One exam, one cover-all registration. With no recurring membership fees, and online remote testing available.

Find out more ➔

8 Effective Job Hunting Tips For 2025

8 Effective Job Hunting Tips For 2025

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

How do you get a job offer in today's career landscape? Our job-hunting guide has helped thousands of readers - now updated for the latest job trends.

Job-hunting guide ➔

6 Useful Salary Negotiation Tips You Must Know

6 Useful Salary Negotiation Tips You Must Know

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

One of the largest value-add skills you can have in your career is salary negotiation. When you do receive a job offer, it can be game-changing if you manage to negotiate a good compensation package, rather than accepting whatever they give you. Here's our guide to navigating the salary negotiation process.

How to persuade your new firm to pay you even more ➔

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