Answer - CFA® stands for Chartered Financial Analyst®. It's the most respected and valued credential in the global finance community. It is basically a graduate program to learn the market investment fundamentals.

Answer - Virtually every major financial services firm, consultancy, bank, brokerage, and insurance company worldwide employs CFA® charterholders. The CFA® charter provides a strong foundation for a wide range of career paths in the investment profession. CFA® mainly aims at financial analysis and assets management therefore the main emphasis is on the investment market and industries that give you a broader chances to grow and gives you more knowledge for your further career development.

Question – I am already a financial analyst but I am not CFA® charterholder. Can I still become a Chartered Financial Analyst®?

Question – What are the basic requirements to enrol in the CFA® program?

• Have a U.S. bachelor's (or equivalent) degree
• Or be in the final year of your bachelor's degree program at the time of registration
• Or have four years of qualified, professional work experience
• Or have a combination of work and college experience that totals at least four years
• (Note: Summer, part-time, and internship positions do not qualify.)
• Meet the professional conduct admission criteria
• Be prepared to take the exams in English
• Effective 1 January 2011: Have a valid international travel passport (required for enrollment and exam registration).

Answer – There are three levels that require to be completed to become CFA® charterholder.

Question – Please tell us more about these levels and the curriculum.

CFA® LEVEL I

CFA® LEVEL II

CFA® LEVEL III

Question - How many exams do I have to clear in CFA® program?

Question - When are exams held and what type of exams are these?

• Level I is composed of multiple-choice questions and is offered in June and December.
• Level II is composed of item-set questions and is offered in June only.
• Level III is composed of item-set and essay questions and is offered in June only.

Answer – Global examination centre’s list is available at www.CFA®institute.org

Answer - We are ICS, a leading provider of educational, corporate and professional training services in Accounting and Finance. we offer various technical educational and training courses. The company has established itself as one of the leading independent education companies to offer courses globally. We prepare students for professional accountancy and financial exams including the ACCA, CFA®, CPA, IFRS and alike. We have always been at the leading edge of technology. For the first time in several countries, we will be launching interactive live online learning, where students can learn at the convenience of their home. Students can raise their queries and get them resolved on the spot similar to live classrooms. Students and professionals across the world will get connected to our service and can share their experiences and knowledge with each other. online services is yet to be launched.

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Question - What is the refund policy in case i am unable to attend the classes ?

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