Sophie Macon 
The decision to pursue the CPA (Certified Public Accountant) qualification can be a major step in advancing your accounting career. The CPA credential can have a pretty significant impact on your earnings, career progression, and professional opportunities. One of the main reasons accounting professionals decide to become a CPA is to help them achieve a …
Here’s a proper guide on all the relevant FRM fees you really need to budget for both Parts of the FRM exams. First, we are going to dive straight into the total cost of FRM exams (and its assumptions). Then, we will delve into the details of the 5 main types of costs, before finally discussing money-saving …
CFA Institute previously announced some major evolutions to the CFA Program. Among them is the introduction of Specialized Pathways for CFA Level 3 candidates from 2025. Level 3 candidates will now be able to choose a Specialized Pathway that aligns with their interest and career goals. These three choices are: Additionally, there is also a …
Investing your time and energy in years of dedicated study and work experience is a typical route towards professional career success. In many finance careers, there is often a clear hierarchy leading to an ultimate management role with a highly lucrative salary. Learning how to get promoted at work is therefore crucial, but why do …
It takes an average of 1,000 study hours to obtain a CFA charter, so it is worthwhile investigating the most efficient way to pass before signing up. While there are no shortcuts nor exemptions, there are things you can do to tip the odds in your favour. Having completed my CFA exams in 18 months …
Total CFA exam cost for all 3 levels: $3,570-$8,970 (assumes consecutive passes, no retakes):– Level 1: $1,190-$2,990. – Level 2: $1,140-$2,940. – Level 3: $1,240-$3,040. Key factors: Registration timing (early vs standard saves $350/level), study materials choice ($0-$1,500/level). Required costs: Registration fees + calculator ($35-$75). Optional costs: Third-party prep materials, physical books ($250/level), travel. Hidden …
Financial planners help individuals to reach their long term financial goals. From planning for retirement, to offering the structure and strategy needed to enable clients to make the most of their finances, financial planners advise on a range of issues including tax, investments, budgets and inheritance. Combining expertise with a client-first approach, financial planners provide …
Feeling like you’re running out of time? OK, calm down and take a few deep breaths. For whatever reason, perhaps you’ve now find yourself way behind schedule with a few more weeks to the CFA exams, and you can’t finish your revision in time. What should you do? What areas to focus on if I don’t have …
The demand for alternative investments is expected to rise. According to Blackrock, their institutional clients currently allocate an average of 25% of their portfolios towards alternatives, which is expected to rise to between 30-40%, whereas ordinary investors will increase their alternatives allocation from 3% to 25%. The demand for alternative investment managers is likely to continue …
Are you considering CAIA certification? We often get asked how difficult the CAIA exams actually are. While CAIA pass rates and its historical trend is one way to judge this, it can be tricky to compare difficulty between designations such as CAIA vs CFA as well. CAIA exams are tough in the sense that you’ll …