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cfa vs cfp

CFA vs CFP: Which is better for me?

3 Nov 2024

CFP, Career Advice, CFA, CFA Level 1, CFA Level 2, CFA Level 3

If you have an inkling of which finance career you're interested in pursuing, it is definitely worth studying for a specialized, globally recognized finance certification to help you secure that desired career path. CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) and CFP (Certified Financial Planner) certifications definitely fit the criteria: highly specialized in their respective field yet still globally recognized. But what is the difference between CFA and CFP? In this article, we explain, compare and summarize the core differences between CFA vs CFP, so ...

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FRM vs PRM: Which risk management certification is better?

2 Nov 2024

Career Advice, FRM

Financial risk managers play an invaluable role in maintaining a company's fiscal health by seeking to identify, analyze and address the risks associated with a company’s business operations. Today, the profession is highly valued, ...

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Risk Management Career Path: Roles, Salary & Progression

2 Nov 2024

Career Advice

Risk management in finance is essentially the practice of minimizing a firm's downside exposure, through identifying, analyzing and managing acceptable levels of uncertainties in a firm's day-to-day operations. With increasing global instability ...

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Studying With Coffee: How to Use It Productively for Your Studies

1 Nov 2024

Study Motivation

Do you love coffee? I imagine I see many heads nodding now. Suffice to say, my appreciation for coffee has increased throughout the years, especially since I discovered that good coffee, properly made, shouldn't have ...

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CFA Level 1 Equity Investments: Our Cheat Sheet

1 Nov 2024

CFA, CFA Level 1

Note: this cheat sheet is updated for the latest 2024 and 2025’s curriculum. If you're following our recommended Level 1 topic study order: after going through Quant, FSA and Fixed Income, CFA Level 1 ...

cfa investment foundations

CFA Investment Foundations Program: A Quick Guide

31 Oct 2024

Career Advice

Previously known as Claritas, the Investment Foundations Program by CFA Institute was paused in December 2021 for a product refresh. Since then, a new, enhanced version of the Investment Foundations Certificate was launched globally. ...

cfa investment foundations vs cfa

CFA Investment Foundations vs CFA Program: A Clear Comparison

30 Oct 2024

Career Advice, CFA, CFA Level 1, CFA Level 2, CFA Level 3

Did you know that besides the CFA program, CFA Institute also offers CFA Investment Foundations program? Many potential candidates get confused between the two qualifications, so we thought it may be helpful to put ...