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cfa vs cfp

CFA vs CFP: Which is better for me?

Sophie Macon

14 Oct 2024

CFP, Career Advice, CFA, CFA Level 1, CFA Level 2, CFA Level 3

If you have an inkling of which finance career you're interested in pursuing, it is definitely worth studying for a specialized, globally recognized finance certification to help you secure that desired career path. CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) and CFP (Certified Financial Planner) certifications definitely fit the criteria: highly specialized in their respective field yet still globally recognized. But what is the difference between CFA and CFP? In this article, we explain, compare and summarize the core differences between CFA vs CFP, so ...

TI BA II Plus guide - how to use BA II Plus CFA calculator

TI BA II Plus Guide: How To Use Your Calculator Better

Sophie Macon

13 Oct 2024

CFA, CAIA, FRM, How To Study

Speed and accuracy matter for the CFA, FRM and CAIA exams. It is worth investing some time to learn how to use your calculator more effectively. This Texas Instruments BA II Plus guide is ...

Free CFA Study Materials List

Free CFA Study Materials List [2024 Edition]

Zee Tan

12 Oct 2024

CFA, How To Study

The CFA program is a lot cheaper than other postgraduate qualifications, but hey, every little helps, right? Be careful though – free CFA exam materials floating around the internet can be outdated or inaccurate. ...

CFA Passing Score for Level 1, 2 and 3

CFA Passing Score: Here’s the Latest MPS Estimates

Zee Tan

11 Oct 2024

CFA, Exam Day & Results

[Updated for Aug 2024 exams - details below. To help our estimates, send your results PDF to results@300hours.com.] This article is about minimum passing scores. For CFA exam pass rates, see this article instead. IMPORTANT: ...

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CFA Pass Rates: How Hard Are The CFA Exams?

Sophie Macon

10 Oct 2024

CFA, Exam Day & Results

[Updated for Aug 2024 exams] CFA pass rates are a factor in most candidates' consideration on whether to sign up for the CFA exams. If pass rates are too high, it lacks prestigiousness. If ...

How to display CFA status on resume CV LinkedIn Business Cards

How To Properly Show CFA On Resume and LinkedIn

Zee Tan

9 Oct 2024

CFA, Exam Day & Results

With 45% of candidates registering for CFA exams for career reasons, it is crucial to keep your “personal marketing materials” - such as CV/resume, LinkedIn, business cards and even email signature - up-to-date to ...

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CFA Exam Results: How to Interpret CFA Results Charts

Zee Tan

9 Oct 2024

CFA, Exam Day & Results

What can your CFA exam results charts tell you? More than you may think. To help you get the most out of your CFA exam results, we’ve put together a clearcut guide with: CFA results ...