CFA®Level III Exam Prep
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Over the last 30 years, Kaplan Schweser has helped more than 500,000 candidates prepare for the CFA exam, so we understand what it takes to pass. Our proven study program features classes led by the largest team of CFA instructors in the industry, concise study notes backed by learning science, and an online forum where you can engage with instructors and fellow candidates. Take the guesswork out of passing the CFA Level III exam with the most trusted name in CFA exam prep.
CFA Level III Exam Prep
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Find no surprises on exam day. Research shows it takes more than 300 hours to properly prepare for the CFA Level III exam—partner with the provider who knows how to maximize every minute of your study time.
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You don’t need to spend valuable time searching for CFA Level III study strategies. Over the last 30 years, we’ve mastered how candidates earn the charter and have designed a program that adapts to every learning style.
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You set your study dates. Our adaptive Activity Feed breaks down your 300 prep hours into bite-sized weekly tasks, while our Performance Tracker and Checkpoint Exams give you an in-depth analysis of where you stand.
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Maintain your life and still earn the CFA charter. With a wide range of print, online, and mobile study tools—and OnDemand classes featuring CFA Level III charterholders—you can seamlessly fit a study session into your daily routine.
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With an extensive global network of CFA charterholders and content experts, you’ll get the guidance you need to pass. More CFA candidates consider Kaplan Schweser to be the most respected and trusted prep provider.
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CFA®Level III Exam FAQs
The CFA exam as a whole is difficult by design. It’s an exclusive designation that truly demonstrates mastery. The Level III pass rate is 56%, and the average candidate spends 344 hours preparing.
CFA Institute recommends 300 hours of study, and our experience is that 300 hours is the minimum that most people need to be successful. The average Level III candidate spends 344 hours preparing.
CFA Level III Exam Topic Weights
Level III
Here are the topic weights for the CFA Level III exam:
- Economics: 5–10%
- Derivatives: 5–10%
- Fixed Income: 15–20%
- Equity Investments: 10–15%
- Alternative Investments: 5–10%
- Portfolio Management and Wealth Planning: 35–40%
- Ethical and Professional Standards: 10–15%
These topic weights were used to develop a Level III study plan you can follow to ensure complete coverage of the material. The study plan is included in all of ourpackages.
The Minimum Passing Score (MPS) is the benchmark used to determine whether a candidate has passed or failed the exam and it is different each year. The MPS for Level III is set about six weeks after the exam, and CFA Institute does not release the MPS, although research indicates that it hovers between 60 and 70 percent.
CFA Institute administers the Level III CFA exam twice per year, with exam windows in February and August.
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