Sophie Macon 
The CPA license is one of the most respected qualifications in accounting and finance. Earning your CPA can boost your career whether you’re in audit, tax, corporate finance, or even academia. If you’re considering the CPA route, this guide walks you through the key steps and general requirements for how to becoma a CPA. While …
If you’re thinking about becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), you’ve probably realized there’s a bit more to it than just passing an exam. While the core CPA requirements are broadly the same throughout the United States (education, exam, experience, and usually an ethics requirement), the specific rules vary depending on the state where you’re …
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 the ultimate list of some lesser-known, time-saving calculator functions that you need to know for your CFA exam preparations. These tips and …
The pandemic has prompted a career rethink for many of us, with 60% of UK workers planning a career change. As we see in our forum discussions, there’s a diverse set of people from various backgrounds looking to make that career change into specific areas in finance. You are not alone. Whether it’s fixed income, asset management, equity research, trading, investment …
CFA UK is no longer accepting new registrations for CCI from 1st May 2025. A recent report by the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has highlighted the urgent need to achieve net zero carbon dioxide emissions globally by 2050 to avoid a catastrophic climate change. This, amongst other factors, has contributed to an increased …
Did you know that in certain situations, the Investment Management Certificate (IMC) can be more suitable than taking on the CFA exams? With over 5,000 exams sat each year, IMC is the most widely-recognised and established qualification of its kind in the UK. The IMC has been used by investment professionals for 25 years, and …
As blockchain technology continues to gain traction, the world of finance is witnessing a paradigm shift. Digital assets, once considered a niche domain, are now emerging as a major player in the financial ecosystem. With the rise of cryptocurrencies, blockchain-based marketplaces, and decentralized finance, existing finance professionals and those entering the industry need to be …
Digital assets, driven by blockchain technology, are revolutionizing industries across the board, including finance, art, and technology. To stay competitive in this rapidly evolving landscape, finance professionals must embrace this paradigm shift and seize the immense potential it offers. In response to this, EFFAS has recently launched a unique program designed to equip finance professionals …
Finance careers can be lucrative and open up a wide range of professional opportunities. However, it is also important to realize that specific sectors such as investments are affected by much more than fiscal trends and longitudinal share performance alone. The modern financial community is now placing greater emphasis on other factors in order to …
Waiting for FRM exam results can be an anxious experience. This isn’t quite helped by the latest vague guidance by Global Association of Risk Professional (GARP): Once an exam window closes, GARP scores the exams in a timely fashion. Candidates are notified when their results are available in their GARP candidate portal. GARP on when …