Sophie Macon

  • CFA

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

Speed and accuracy matter for the CFA, FRM and CAIA exams. It is worth investing some time to learn how…

5 days ago
  • Career Advice

Risk Management Career Path: Roles, Salary & Progression

Risk management in finance is essentially the practice of minimizing a firm's downside exposure, through identifying, analyzing and managing acceptable…

2 weeks ago
  • Career Advice

FRM vs PRM: Which risk management certification is better?

Financial risk managers play an invaluable role in maintaining a company's fiscal health by seeking to identify, analyze and address…

2 weeks ago
  • Career Advice

CFA Investment Foundations Program: A Quick Guide

Previously known as Claritas, the Investment Foundations Program by CFA Institute was paused in December 2021 for a product refresh.…

2 weeks ago
  • Career Advice

CFFP’s Masters in Financial Analysis (MSFA): Our In-Depth Guide

The pandemic has given us all the appreciation of working flexibly whilst still maintaining productivity and a good work life…

2 weeks ago
  • Career Advice

Investment Banking Career Path: Roles, Progression & Salaries

Investment banking can be extremely rewarding as a career choice, both purely financial terms as well as professionally. Not only…

2 weeks ago
  • CFA

CFA Pass Rates: How Hard Are The CFA Exams?

[Updated for Feb 2024 exams] CFA pass rates are a factor in most candidates' consideration on whether to sign up…

3 weeks ago
  • CFA

What’s A Safe CFA Mock Exam Target Score To Aim For?

It's easy to get discouraged by the recent unexpected trends in CFA minimum passing scores and pass rates, although there…

3 weeks ago
  • Career Advice

Private Equity Career Path: Roles, Salaries & Progression

private equity career path

3 weeks ago
  • CAIA

2024 CAIA Exam Dates: Key Deadlines You Need To Know

Considering the CAIA designation? It's a pretty good choice if you plan to build a career in growing alternative investments…

4 weeks ago