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CFA® Program

The Chartered Financial Analyst Program

Do you strive to be more successful in your career? The program is the gold standard in finance credentials, designed for experienced finance professionals wanting to take their career to the next level.

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    • About the program

    Earning the CFA charter proves that you have a thorough understanding of financial markets, and high levels of professionalism and ethics. It also demonstrates your drive for success and excellence.

    The CFA Program consists of three levels, each building on the knowledge and skills you developed in the previous level. CFA recommends a minimum of six months, around 300 hours of study, for each level in the charter. As you also need to accumulate 48 months of approved work experience, it will take around four years to complete the full CFA Program.

    To study any level in the CFA Program, you must have a Bachelor's degree, or be completing the final year of your degree. Alternatively, you could have four years of relevant qualified work experience, or have a combination of work and university experience from the last four years. Additionally, you must meet the CFA Program professional conduct admission criteria, have a valid passport and be able to take your exams in English.

    We offer a number of flexible study packages to suit your learning preferences, from classroom to distance learning.

    300

    hours of study per level

    4 years

    average time to complete

    150,000+

    charterholders globally

    The CFA® Program is made up of three levels:

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      The first level introduces you to the key areas that provide a framework for making investment decisions. These include: ethical and professional standards, economics, quantitative methods, financial reporting and analysis, corporate finance, equity investments, fixed-income investments, derivatives, alternative investments, portfolio management and wealth planning.

      Find out more about CFA Level 1 > 
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      The second level builds on the subject areas studied in Level 1, emphasising the application of investment tools and concepts with a focus on the valuation of all types of assets.

      Find out more about CFA Level 2 > 
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      The final level of the CFA Program is the most challenging and will explore advanced techniques with an emphasis on Portfolio Management and Wealth Planning.

      Once you’re qualified, you can apply to become a CFA charterholder. You could work in roles such as research analyst, risk manager, financial advisor, client reporting analyst, distribution executive (investment management), investment compliance analyst, and investment consultant.

      Find out more about CFA Level 3 > 

    FREE trial of Distance Learning

    If you’ve been thinking about Distance learning for CFA, you can try out our free trial. All you need to do is sign up, and you’ll be given access to some of the real study materials our students work with.

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    Why study the CFA Program with Kaplan?

    When studying with us, you get complete support throughout your entire learning experience. Our expert tutors provide support, seven days a week and are contactable by email and phone. You’ll also be supported with comprehensive Kaplan Schweser study materials and practice questions to help prepare you for exam success. We also offer four study options that suit a range of different learning styles.

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    Over 25 years of experience

    We have over 25 years of teaching experience with the largest global network of tutors who are charterholders and know the syllabus inside out.

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    Flexible study options

    Our study tools are flexible enough to fit around your lifestyle. From online to classroom, we give you all the support and materials you need to succeed.

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    Pass Commitment assurance

    We know the exams are tough but we’re here to help you every step of the way. Should you need a second chance we’ll put you back on track with our pass commitment.

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    1000s of practice questions

    Get exam confident with testing at every stage of your studies, including 1000s of practice questions and mock exams that will help you feel prepared for the real exam.

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    Free extended support for 2020 candidates

    The Kaplan Schweser Masterclass is a new nine part series of free classes, designed to fill the learning gaps, keep you on track, and transition your study plan to accommodate for the 2020 CFA exam postponement. Each class includes an in-depth review of a specific part of the CFA curriculum and covers the most critical concepts of that section.

    During these classes, you have the opportunity to:

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      Work through level-specific exam-style questions
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      Learn directly from and engage with CFA charterholders
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      Ask questions and receive instant feedback from your instructor

    Classes start in June and are conducted live online and archived for your review. Each class is approximately 2 hours long, consisting of 90 minutes of content review and question practice, with the final 30 minutes dedicated to a Q&A session.

    Register for Masterclasses

    Still undecided as to whether the CFA Program and Kaplan is right for you?

    Before committing to the CFA Program and choosing your training provider we would like to invite you to one of our information sessions which we hold both online and face to face at our London Moorgate training centre. During the session, hosted by one of our CFA tutors, you will receive:

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      A presentation about the CFA program including structure, benefits and costs
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      An overview of all our packages as well as a demonstration of some of the key online resources available
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      A recommended study approach
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      Answers to any of your remaining questions
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      Trial access to our Schweser online study portal

    Register now for a FREE information session

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    CFA Program courses

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    CFA Level 1
    Level 1

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    £1,095 — £2,405 £1,095 — £2,045 excl. VAT

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    CFA Level 2
    Level 2

    Total package:

    £927 — £2,559.60 £1,030 — £2,844 (inc. VAT where applicable)

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    CFA Level 3
    Level 3

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    £927 — £2,698.20 £1,030 — £2,998 (inc. VAT where applicable)

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