I Passed the CFA®Exam: What's Next?
As you know, each CFA level exam is difficult and requires many hours of preparation. So, congratulations on passing your exam! Being a part of the percentage of CFA candidates that pass should make you proud. We recommend taking a moment to celebrate and share the good news with your family and friends.
When you are ready, think about what contributed to your latest achievement. Share that advice with other candidates and help them in their pursuit ofbecoming a CFA charterholder.
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Takeaways from Recent CFA Exam Pass Rates
Recent CFA pass rateshave continued to demonstrate the importance of preparing. There are many contributing factors, however, being aware of what's next and knowing exactly how to prepare for your exam is the most important factor to focus on. It’s important to reflect on your most recent exam preparation experience and assess what worked and what needs to be improved.
If you have been utilizingKaplan Schweser’s JumpStart Materialsto get ahead on the curriculum, then you are in great shape. You can sign up for the next exam and take advantage of the momentum you’ve already built.
If you have not yet begun studying for your next exam, it is important to reflect on your most recent exam preparation experience and assess what worked and what needs to be improved. Reflect on these insights, your personal/professional goals, and the various exam window options offered by CFA Institute to determine when you will take your next exam. Once you have selected an exam window, it is imperative to create astructured CFA study planand commit to sticking to it.
I Passed the CFA Level I Exam
If you recently passed Level I of the CFA Exam, we suggest starting yourCFA Level II prepearly and beginning to familiarize yourself withstrategies to help you pass your next exam.
当你开始研究羚牛时将会发生什么g the Level II Exam, pay close attention to:
- Weight variances for each curriculum topic
- New question formats
- Testing time differences
- Advanced techniques needed to answer questions
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What jobs can I get after passing CFA Level I?
If you’ve only passed Level I, you may have a slight advantage when looking for an internship in the financial industry. However, we highly recommend you continue to pursue the CFA charterholder qualification by preparing for theCFA Level IIExam.
When To Register for Level II of the CFA Exam
It’s recommended that you spend 6-9 months preparing for the CFA Level II exam, so first, find outwhen the next CFA Level II Exam window is. Then, begin creating astructured CFA study planaround that date. Don’t rush yourself, and be sure to give yourself enough time to prepare.
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I Passed the CFA Level II Exam
If you recently passed Level II of the CFA Exam, we suggest starting yourCFA Level III Exam prepearly and beginning to familiarize yourself withstrategies to help you pass your next exam.
当你开始研究羚牛时将会发生什么g the Level III Exam, pay close attention to:
- Constructed response questions
- Writing skills needed
- 课程主题的差异
- Weight variances for each curriculum topic
What job opportunities are there after passing CFA Level II?
如果你只有通过II级的CFA考试哟u may get a slight advantage if you are looking for an entry-level position in the financial industry that requires no previous experience. However, you may still struggle to find a job, so we recommend continuing to maximize your job opportunities by preparing for theCFA Level IIIExam.When To Register for Level III of the CFA Exam
You should plan on committing 6-9 months to prepare for the CFA Level III Exam. Find outwhen the next CFA Level III Exam window isand then begin creating astructured CFA study planbuilding toward that date. You are so close to the finish line, but don’t rush yourself on this last exam.
I Passed the CFA Level III Exam
You did it, you’ve put in the hard work and passed all three CFA exams! And now, you're wondering how to officially become a CFA charterholder so you can start putting the CFA designation after your name. You’ll first need to look into applying to become a CFA charterholder with the CFA Institute.
Applying to Become a CFA Charterholder
In order to officially become a CFA charterholder after passing the Level III Exam, you’ll need to have already completed at least4,000 hours of relevant work experiencein a minimum of three years,apply to become a regular member of the CFA Institute, andjoin a local CFA Society.
Your CFA Regular Membership application should include the following:
- 2-3 professional references
- Payment of $275 USD
- A brief description explaining how you meet the relevant work experience requirement
Updating your CFA status
Once you are a CFA member who has earned the CFA qualification, you can begin using CFA marks on your resume and social media as long as you continue to be an active member of the CFA Institute.
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What Jobs Do I Qualify For After Passing Level III of the CFA Exam?
After passing the Level III CFA Exam, you will not qualify for jobs until you have officially registered with CFA Institute as a CFA charterholder. Becoming a CFA charterholder is a prestigious designation that will help you stand out in a crowd of applications for positions such as:
- Investment Manager
- Hedge Fund Manager
- Investment Banking Analyst
- Corporate Financial Analyst
- Stock Analyst
If you decide to pursue a job in one of these fields and have trouble, consider getting more relevant work experience and pursuing an additional financial designation such as theChartered Alternative Investment AnalystSM (CAIA).
TheCAIA Stackable Credential Programallows CFA charterholders to bypass the first level of the CAIA Exam which can quickly reduce the time it takes to earn this qualification and can increase your chances of landing your dream job.
