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The CFA® Program: A Countercyclical Indicator
by J. Clay Singleton, CFA - April 22, 2008
When the U.S. slips into a recession, the financial sector usually suffers early and long. From Wall Street to Main Street, high-paid professionals and back office workers lose their jobs at a rapid clip. While economists debate whether the U.S. is in a recession, the market for investment talent is sending a clear signal. As Wall Street sheds jobs, the CFA® Program becomes more popular.
How to Prepare for - and Pass - the Level I CFA Exam
by Jack S. Rader, CFA - December 19, 2004
Passing the exam requires considerable effort. The more you do to prepare, the more likely it is you will pass. This article is based on interviews and discussions with successful candidates. Much of the information provided is surprisingly timeless; that is, successful candidates in 2004 did many things that contributed to the success of candidates in 1983 when FAR started working with candidates.
CFA Vs. MBA, Which Is Best For You?
by Chad Sandstedt, CFA - December 13 , 2004
It's a question asked by nearly every aspiring finance professional at one time or another -- is my time (and money) best spent pursuing the Chartered Financial Analyst designation or a Masters in Business Administration?
Luck Has Nothing To Do With It
by Stalla Review - December 2 , 2004
A special message from Stalla Review for Level I CFA candidates preparing for the December 2004 CFA exam.
AnalystForum Roundtable Discussion
March 15, 2003
In our innaugural AnalystForum roundtable discussion we ask the experts about the state of the CFA exam and what it takes to be successful in passing it. We've asked a group of experts in CFA exam preparation for their opinions on the state of the CFA program and how recent changes impact CFA candidates. Dr. Andrew Temte, President and CEO of Schweser Study Program, Dr. Thomas Gosnell of E&T NetPubs Review, and the Board of Experts at PASS PRO; all develop test preparation materials for the CFA exam.

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