FRM Exam Guide 2026: Everything You Need to Know
The FRM (Financial Risk Manager) is a 2-part computer-based exam offered by GARP, considered the top credential for risk management careers. You need to pass both parts (~250 hours study…
FRM Study Plan 2026: Free Planner + Timeline Guide
FRM candidates need approximately 250 hours to prepare for each part (Part 1 and Part 2). A typical 5-6 month study plan means 10-13 hours per week for both parts….
FRM Pass Rates: How Hard Are FRM Exams?
Current or potential FRM candidates often wonder what are the FRM pass rates like, in order to have a sense of FRM exam difficulty. This is also a common question…
How To Improve Memory For Studying: 18 Effective Ways
This is a SUPER detailed guide to enhancing your memory retention for studying. In this guide, I’ll show you 18 actionable ways on how to improve memory for studying any exams,…
CFA vs FRM: Which is better for me?
Finance certifications such as CFA and FRM are a cost effective way (compared to an MBA) to give your finance career a boost. We do receive a lot of questions…
CFA and FRM: Best Way to Get Both Quickly
When looking to boost my financial expertise and qualifications, I went through what was a fairly common dilemma a few years ago: CFA or FRM? My question was then: why…
FRM Salary: Does FRM Certification Increase Your Salary?
Issued by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), the FRM (Financial Risk Manager) designation is a globally recognized qualification that’s designed for risk management professionals. For anyone working in…
FRM Exam Dates 2026: Registration & Scheduling Deadlines
FRM exams are offered 3 times annually (May, August, November) for both Part 1 and Part 2. Registration opens 2 months before early deadline: Dec 1 (May exam), Mar 1…
FRM Minimum Passing Score: Our Best Estimates So Far
[Updated for Aug 2025 results. Help our FRM MPS research by submitting your Part 1 and Part 2 results!] Not to be confused with pass rates, GARP does not release…
FRM Preparation: How to Pass FRM Exams
The interest in FRM qualification has grown fast in the last few years, given the increasing demand for risk management skillset in the financial sector. With that in mind, we…