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| pangelus @2019-03-28 09:26:31 |
Hi, I am new to the forums and I am beginning to worry about the test as I approach it. I decided to enroll in Sharp's "last chance" session, not realizing how much work the exam entails. I am currently a full time student getting my masters and it is midterm time. I have basically been using all of my time for school work and CFA preparation. I know it is somewhat early to take the exam, however I feel like it is a good certification for when I apply for jobs. Anyway, I have been getting books from my review classes that are actually bigger than the books that are given by the actual CFA institute. I think it is probably because of the practice problems within the books, however, bottom line is that all of the books are about double the size of of the textbooks I have from all of my classes at school. By the time I study everything thoroughly it will be exam time- So how do I figure out what material is important to focus on? I would rather focus on 75% and get 75% of the test right than focus on 100% of the test, when I will only see a fraction of the material, and get 50% correct. I just see too much material to understand what I should practice and focus on. I know all of the material can be tested but what material is most commonly tested? Is there any review guide or way to figure out what I should practice in stead of just read over? Thank you in advance for your advice and help! |
| fertig @2019-03-31 20:36:38 |
In my opinion you have way to much on your plate and will most likely not have time to prepare. Bottom line it this exam is totally multiple choice so even if you understand a concept you can not show your work for part marks like many university exams. I have a Bcomm finance from a top university and even I have trouble with the breadth of the material. Its not the difficulty its simply the amount I would try and know ethics and accouting cold. |
CFA Discussion Topic: I am lost even with review classes
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