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CFA® Exam: No Motivation to Study?

If you have no motivation to study for your CFA exam, you need some external motivation. External motivation will increase your internal motivation.

Find Motivation to Study for Your Exam

Need more motivation to study? Find some tips, as well as motivational quotes & mottos, to print out and look at whenever you feel you won't make it!

CFA® Exam Format under Computer-Based Testing (CBT)

CFA EXAM FORMAT: Computer-based testing (CBT) with a new CFA exam structure for all exam levels. CFA exam testing time gets reduced to ca. 4.5 hours.

Level 1 CFA® Exam Full Form: Structure & Experience

What does CFA mean? What’s its full form? Surely, the CFA exam in CBT format means fewer questions during an exam session and a new CFA exam day experience.

Experience for free what your level 1 exam is going to be like by doing our full-time mock. Available to all CFA candidates upon registration.

Best CFA® Exam Calculator: TI vs HP Battle

Approved CFA exam calculators: TI BA II Plus Professional vs HP 12C Platinum. Which of the calculators is the best choice for your CFA exam?

What Happens If You Fail Your CFA® Exam

After you fail your CFA exam, you need to retake the exam (unless you want to drop out of the CFA Program). If you fail your CFA exam, you have to pay again for the retake.

Prerequisites for CFA®: Are There Any?

There is a list of prerequisites for CFA candidates. To register for the Level 1 CFA exam, you must have a Bachelor’s Degree or meet one of two other criteria.

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Former Level 1 CFA® Exam Candidates Advise

We asked former level 1 CFA exam candidates for some pieces of advice for current level 1 candidates. See the prep tips that some of the candidates shared.

Level 1 CFA® Exam Retake: Cost and Conditions

You must retake your level 1 CFA exam to continue your participation in the CFA Program. The CFA level 1 retake cost is equal to the typical registration fee.

CFA® Exam Scheduling Deadline

The CFA exam calendar defines a separate CFA exam scheduling deadline for each exam window. Scheduling your CFA exam is mandatory. See deadlines!

CFA® Exam Practical Skills Modules (PSMs), FAQ on Completion

CFA Practical Skills Modules: You must complete at least one PSM per CFA exam level before your CFA exam result is released or else it’ll be voided.

HOW to SUCCEED in EXAM?

Successful exam prep is when you can get enough study time to learn efficiently. Exam success comes from successful exam prep, also for the CFA exam.

Level 1 CFA® Exam Structure, Topic Weights, Passing Score, Calculator

Learn about the level 1 CFA® exam: its CBT structure, topic weights (new as of 2024!), passing score, and approved calculators.

What to Bring to CFA® Exam? 2025 CFA Exam Day Checklist

For your CFA exam, you must bring your valid passport and an approved calculator. You may also bring some water if you take your CFA exam in 2025.

Unveiling CFA® Exam Rules for Refund, Deferral & Exam Taking

New CFA exam deferral options, limited fee refund, key exam policies explained, incl. approved calculator, CFA exam day & personal belongings.

Information About CFA®, 9 Short Facts

The CFA exam is a series of 3 exams (levels). Be well prepared for each exam 'cos pass rates are rather low. On the exam day, you'll be tested on 10 topics.

Online Proctored CFA® Exam From Home

Online CFA exam from home available to CFA candidates! This proctored level 1 CFA exam will take place from 13 to 15 April.

CFA®: Requirements for Candidates & Charterholders

CFA ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: To register for the level 1 exam, you must first meet the CFA exam requirements regarding education and/or work experience.

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CFA® Exam Scheduling Deadline

The CFA exam calendar defines a separate CFA exam scheduling deadline for each exam window. Scheduling your CFA exam is mandatory. See deadlines!

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	4 months 3 weeks ago	Level 1 CFA® Exam Retake: Cost and Conditions
	5 months 2 weeks ago	Prerequisites for CFA®: Are There Any?
	6 months 3 weeks ago	Unveiling CFA® Exam Rules for Refund, Deferral & Exam Taking
	7 months 1 day ago	What to Bring to CFA® Exam? 2025 CFA Exam Day Checklist
	7 months 3 weeks ago	CFA® Exam Practical Skills Modules (PSMs), FAQ on Completion
	2 years 1 day ago	Level 1 CFA® Exam Structure, Topic Weights, Passing Score, Calculator
	2 years 1 month ago	Best CFA® Exam Calculator: TI vs HP Battle
	3 years 8 months ago	Former Level 1 CFA® Exam Candidates Advise

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