Fsa is rough, I felt really dumb half the time until I spoke to a friend who passed and read online that it’s one of the tougher sections. I actually enjoyed fixed income but I come from a mortgage background which likely helped. Some of the calculations can be a little bit to wrap your head around though.
Thank so much Haaris for your CFA videos! They have been super helpful while I'm starting out on my CFA journey. Quick question regarding the CFAI package you went with (assuming the same options were available when you completed Level 1).... Did you go with the standard CFAI package, or upgrade to get the CFAI "Program Practice Pack" which includes 1,000 Extra practice questions and 6 extra mock exams. Curious if Mark Meldrum's content and the questions you get with the Standard CFAI package are enough. Cheers!
Glad to hear it! Hmmm, I don't think this option was available, but pretty sure the standard pack still has >3000 questions, and 3 mocks, which is ample tbh. Depends how much practice you feel you need. To me standard sounds fine
Hey Harris! I loved your tips on passing the CFA exams. I am doing the Level 1 exam in August 2024 but I am still on quantitative methods. I bought the CFA Institute books but I feel like the reading material is very heavy so I took your advice to utilize other providers since I don't want to waste time. Do you recommend using the MM lectures + the IFT high yield notes? I was thinking of getting the IFT High Yield course which includes the notes and skipping on the MM lectures. What do you recommend? A combination of both or is one enough? If I want to stick to IFT should I use the Level I Basic Package first then the IFT High Yield course for review? Thanks in advance!
Hey! For level 1, I'd always recommend high yield notes. They're very good. However, they aren't comprehensive so if you want to excel in the charter on the whole, a proper foundational understanding is key. The full notes offer that. Depends on your budget. Either way, use my name 'haaris' for 10% off. And of course, pair with Mark Meldrum's lectures. Good luck
Hi Haaris. Just wanted to ask what you studied in University? I am finishing my final year of a BSC in Psychology and have been enrolled for the CFA L1 exam and am curious to see how other students with no background in finance have faired in the industry. Thanks
Hey, I studied chemistry - dw, if you’re logical and can pick up new concepts / have decent study techniques, CFA level 1 is simple. 2/3 get tougher but even then manageable. Generally the challenge is volume. You’ll be fine - good luck.
@@HaarisZamir hey, thank you for your response. I just found in a different video you were also working in investment banking. How did you secure a job in that field by studying chemistry without the CFA?
@@philipkelleher33Hey - they don't care what you study in banking, just whether you can be taught, have enthusiasm, interview well and can build relationships. The CFA is a nice addition in terms of learning, but you can also learn most of it on the job
I am ACCA student I have completed acca skill level and currently doing acca professional level can I give CFA level 1 exam with this qualification or I have to do bachelor degree to give cfa level 1 exam because I don't have bachelor degree ? reply please
@@HaarisZamirACCA and Oxford Brookes University have collaboration after submitting a Research and Analysis Project I will be awarded a BSc(hons) in Applied Accounting after getting this degree will I be eligible to register for CFA exam ??? reply please
