caia stackable program exemptions

CAIA Stackable Program: Level 1 Exemption for CFA Charterholders

If you’re considering alternative courses like CAIA after CFA exams, you’re in luck. CAIA Association – the leader in the alternative investment education space – has some updates on its CAIA Stackable Credential Program, which is jointly developed with CFA Institute. In essence, CAIA Stackable program lets CFA charterholders waive CAIA Level 1 and move …

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CFA Work Experience Requirements: A Crystal Clear Guide

Did you know that there has been some changes to the CFA work experience guidelines that affect both CFA program enrollment criteria and CFA charter applications? And what does ‘relevant’ work experience really mean when you’re applying for your CFA charter? No worries, we will take you through this tangled web of mess logically so …

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Passed CFA Level 3? Now What?

Just received your CFA Level 3 results? We hope it’s good news. Commiserations to those who did not pass, you’ve worked so hard on this so far, do take some time to overcome your disappointment. You’re too close to the end to give up at this stage! Passed CFA Level 3? Congrats on your amazing …

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CFA vs MBA: Which Is Better for Your Career?

If you currently or aspire to work in finance, and have evaluated if MBA is worth it to you, a natural follow up comparison question could be: CFA vs MBA which is better for me? Like most comparisons, the answer is – it depends. Firstly, it’s not straightforward to compare a CFA charter and an MBA …

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Get Your Free, Customized CAIA Study Planner Now

“Love the (study planner), it’s been instrumental in my exam prep… You’re genuinely a life saver!” Tom Flavahan “My first stop (after registering for the CAIA exams) was reading articles on your website and downloading the planner.” Lydia Reeves: used planner for all CFA levels (and now CAIA!) CAIA candidates often ask us on how …

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The CFA Syllabus, Explained With Two Cows

Ever feel that the CFA syllabus is a little incomprehensible at times? Every topic makes sense when you’re going through it, but for me, it’s difficult to recall at short notice what each topic is about.  10 main topics, each fairly different yet connected. How does one sum each topic up in a succinct way? …

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