Important CFA Exam Day Tips
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@Townstar-z4l
@Townstar-z4l 3 сағат бұрын
Economics,AI and FSA helped me pass the exam tbh
@siddhantdeshmukh7120
@siddhantdeshmukh7120 11 сағат бұрын
Man it was hell !! Working and managing studies
@hahnsteve6779
@hahnsteve6779 13 сағат бұрын
thanks for your adivce, i'll choose portfolio management path.
@MuhammadAli-ym4oq
@MuhammadAli-ym4oq 19 сағат бұрын
I passed too. The Ethics was 50%
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 16 сағат бұрын
Congratulations!
@rosayiligin4174
@rosayiligin4174 Күн бұрын
Hi Nathan quick question please I passed CFA level 2 and planning to sign up for Level 3 in August. Your website shows that the private markets pathway will soon be available, do you know when? Thanks!
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Күн бұрын
Please reach out to Nathan via our website about this, he can speak to this.
@jackpeters1598
@jackpeters1598 Күн бұрын
I barely failed the exam and now I’m torn between signing up for May or November. I feel the information is still somewhat fresh and registering for November may lead to the info becoming stale if I don’t start working through it
@TOP10HUB_
@TOP10HUB_ Күн бұрын
Why don't you try August?
@jackpeters1598
@jackpeters1598 Күн бұрын
@@TOP10HUB_I’m leaning towards it. Going to do some questions this weekend and see what comes back. If I’m not feeling good about it I will likely go for August. Just sucks to study during summer
@TOP10HUB_
@TOP10HUB_ Күн бұрын
@@jackpeters1598 I'm honestly scared to give it so quickly again. Didn't clear L2 Nov 24. My score was sticking very close to MPS but did not pass. I'll mostly try next Nov. Have a hectic job too :(
@joaomnesteves
@joaomnesteves Күн бұрын
Is it really such a bold move to go for May? I read the entire curriculum except for 70-80% of Fixed Income, Economics, and Derivatives. And of course, those were my lower scores together with Ethics. The rest were really quite high scores, well above 70%
@ramanathansuresh2533
@ramanathansuresh2533 2 күн бұрын
Sir I had cleared my CFA Level 1 November,2024. I am planning to write Level 2 exam on August, 2025. Hey advise of how different CFA level 2 Difficulty compared to Level 1 sir
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Күн бұрын
Level 2 is a different exam that you need to prepare slightly differently for. The recent 39% pass rate demonstrates this. We have many videos on this channel about Level 2 strategy. But if you want the best chance to pass, feel free to join Chalk & Board's winning student team for Level 2 where you will have access to Nathan: chalkandboard.org
@nickuht7083
@nickuht7083 2 күн бұрын
Lol i just signed up for the May exam before watching this video. Crap
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 2 күн бұрын
I hope you pass in May, regardless! If you'd like excellent prep materials and instructor guidance to help pass confidently in May, feel free to join our winning team: chalkandboard.org
@Jetsfan2009
@Jetsfan2009 Күн бұрын
You can get a refund up to 14 days after registering and then register for August instead
@Blahhh-o2p
@Blahhh-o2p 11 сағат бұрын
I’m planning to take Level 2 in May 2025. Could you help me decide which package to choose-Standard, Plus, or Premium?
@matthewtench1841
@matthewtench1841 2 күн бұрын
I got a score just barely below the minimum passing score. The margin of error calc showed I could pass if I took the test again. I signed up for May already. I hope I didn’t jump the gun.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 2 күн бұрын
Good luck on your May attempt! If you need great prep material with instructor access, and specialized mocks to pass confidently, feel free to join our winning team: chalkandboard.org
@TOP10HUB_
@TOP10HUB_ Күн бұрын
Same with me Matthew
@devilmaycry1710
@devilmaycry1710 Күн бұрын
Same here almost border line 😢😢😢
@TOP10HUB_
@TOP10HUB_ Күн бұрын
@@devilmaycry1710 I am so disheartened and tired to do it all over again with my job
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Күн бұрын
@@devilmaycry1710 Sorry to hear and good luck on your next attempt! If you'd like structured guidance how to pass with confidence, feel free to check us out.
@0Fallen0
@0Fallen0 2 күн бұрын
Scored over 90th percentile. Although I think I failed ethics it was well below the 50% line. Any advice you got for L3?
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 2 күн бұрын
Congratulations on passing! We have numerous strategy videos for Level 3 on this channel. Take a look at our Level 3 playlist!
@62294838
@62294838 Күн бұрын
90 percentile too. But I scored literally zero mark for Ethics. L3 ethics is scaring me now.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Күн бұрын
@@62294838 You have plenty of time to get Ethics strengthened up. And if you're interested, feel free to consider becoming our student (even if mocks) because we target our materials to the types of Ethics and other questions you are likely to encounter on exam day. Good luck and hope you get your charter in 2025.
@NishaChechi-v9i
@NishaChechi-v9i 2 күн бұрын
Do you provide online live classes for full course?
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 2 күн бұрын
We provide online videos for the full course with question access to Nathan via Whatsapp. For information about our materials, you can visit htpps://chalkandboard.org
@tmayne220
@tmayne220 2 күн бұрын
the problem is everyone keeps referring to them as "Essays" --> people associate "essay" with big responses. They are just written responses (Can be a few dot points) but you be concise and precise and not giving the markers information that they already know.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 2 күн бұрын
Yes the more concise and accurate the answer is, the better!
@manuelalvarez2401
@manuelalvarez2401 2 күн бұрын
thank you so much for this video, I have my exam in a month and I was really worried about this before watching your video, you just relieved a ton of stress from me.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 2 күн бұрын
Glad you found the video helpful!
@nicholasborcic3605
@nicholasborcic3605 3 күн бұрын
Cfa l2 which I'm studying now is a beast. 300 hours is suggested, but 3x that tbh
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 3 күн бұрын
Good luck on your exam! If you'd like structured guidance to help reduce your study hours, feel free to join Nathan as a student if you wish.
@MogulProductions
@MogulProductions 3 күн бұрын
I have a different opinion. I passed Level 1 above the 90th percentile with 148 study hours in 5 weeks. Going to grind for Level 2 in May (with more hours and earlier start) and the target of writing Level 3 in February 2026.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 3 күн бұрын
Good job on your pass! If you find your approach falls short at Level 2 or 3, feel free to join us as a student if you wish. We can get you through the levels no problem. Have a great day!
@MogulProductions
@MogulProductions 3 күн бұрын
@ Thank you! Will definitely check it out! 🙏
@lincolnmaurer6896
@lincolnmaurer6896 Күн бұрын
That’s awesome with only 148 hours.
@ayushjoshi3591
@ayushjoshi3591 3 күн бұрын
hey i just failed the nov 2024 by a bare margin should i go for may attempt of 2025 .. my gut feeling says i will clear this time ... or should i wait for august ?
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 3 күн бұрын
If you feel you can pass in May then go for it! Good luck with everything. If you'd like Nathan to help make sure you pass in May, feel free to become our student if you wish! chalkandboard.org
@kushal9919
@kushal9919 3 күн бұрын
i am 23 year old registered for Level 1 yesterday for august 2025 I am from commerce background (Accounting and all) I am preparing with CFA Institute curriculum which subject should i start with ?
@raghavbajaj1382
@raghavbajaj1382 3 күн бұрын
what are important topics as i am going to give exam in august 2025 for cfa l1
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 3 күн бұрын
The topics are all important to be honest. You can check CFAI's website for the topic area weights for your exam, but the difference between a pass and a fail can often occur on the lower weighted topics. So the best approach is to treat all the topics as important. If you'd like professional structure and guidance, feel free to join Nathan as our student if you wish. Have a great day!
@vipkoli95
@vipkoli95 3 күн бұрын
Hello Nathan, I failed my L1 exam. The question I wanted to ask you is that, should I consider paying extra to the institute to access those 5 extra mocks and extra candidate resource questions in my next attempt (last time I didn't not). Is it worth it?
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 3 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear this. Don't lose hope, we can totally fix this if you would like our help. You can contact Nathan via our website to talk further at chalkandboard.org
@somyaagarwal690
@somyaagarwal690 3 күн бұрын
My frnd gave cfa level 1 for the second time and he did not pass scoring just on the MPS, he scored 70 percentile and above in every subject expect economics. Can you pls suggest wht he can do , is it okay to go for the third attempt? If not wht other courses optn is there . please waiting for your reply 🙏🏻
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 3 күн бұрын
We would be happy to help your friend pass with a great result next time. We suggest your friend contacts us at chalkandboard.org or contacts Nathan via WhatsApp (the number is on our website also).
@alialhashem5488
@alialhashem5488 4 күн бұрын
Love you ❤
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 4 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@rocksarpitvijay
@rocksarpitvijay 6 күн бұрын
Hey Nathan, please advise - I’ve couple of days left in my result & it’s impractical to cover the PSM for me & also understand it. Is it fine if I just put it on at 2x & not listen to it just for the sake of getting the result. Though I want to properly watch the video after my result to understand the concept better. Is it fine considering the current situation?
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 5 күн бұрын
How you approach the PSMs is up to you. It's an additional (valuable) learning opportunity provided by CFAI. If you do not technically finish it before your exam results day, your exam may be voided by CFAI. So proceed as you see fit. You definitely need to complete the PSM asap if you want to get a result.
@fabiofanucci
@fabiofanucci 7 күн бұрын
Great advice Nathan! Harsh as they may seem, they are indisputable truths.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 7 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@tanishqmairal
@tanishqmairal 10 күн бұрын
Hi Nathan, this is Tanishq. With my chartered accountancy exams in May 2025 and CFA Level 1 in February 2025, my schedule is extremely tight. I'm considering postponing the practical skills module until after May 2025. Could you please explain the implications of withholding the results, particularly any potential long-term impact on my career?
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 10 күн бұрын
I would advise that you talk to CFAI directly about this, they are very responsive by phone. If you've taken the CFA Level 1 exam and are awaiting results, but you do not complete the PSM before the results date, CFAI can void your exam and ask you to retake it. Here is their policy link: www.cfainstitute.org/about/governance/policies/psm-policy
@hakim5939
@hakim5939 15 күн бұрын
My math is way too weak I'm afraid that I will not understand anything 😬
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 15 күн бұрын
Not to worry! If you decide to become our student, we will fully prepare you for the exams. We've taught thousands of students who do not feel they have strong math skills.
@ismoilabdurakhmonov6313
@ismoilabdurakhmonov6313 16 күн бұрын
thanks
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 16 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@hakim5939
@hakim5939 19 күн бұрын
I don't know about these special calculators but I have been using normal calculators for years now, a calculator rarely stops working out of nowhere because of low battery, it would give signs such as blur display and taking longer time to show numbers before it stop showing results.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 19 күн бұрын
There's a low chance of calculator battery failure on exam day, but in the small chance it happens it can ruin months of hard preparation. If you have a new battery, there's nothing to fear. Good luck on your exams!
@hakim5939
@hakim5939 19 күн бұрын
@@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Can't agree more better to have at least one less thing to worry about. Your videos are really helpful 👍
@TradingTales333
@TradingTales333 20 күн бұрын
If I decide to pursue the Private Market pathway now and later on pass Level 3, will the content I've studied help me with Level 2 for the CAIA program? Since I plan to skip Level 1 CAIA, which I assume covers the basics, is this thinking flawed? Should I just stick with Portfolio Management? I would really appreciate your insights.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 19 күн бұрын
The CAIA Level 2 program is fairly self explanatory as a stand alone. People often ask if taking CAIA Level 1 and Level 2 can help you prepare for the CFA alternative investments questions. My answer is the same, it has minimal effect. The CFA program is typically more quantitative and the CAIA program generally is more subject-material topic oriented (information over calculations).
@BSGT1293
@BSGT1293 21 күн бұрын
Thank you very much for all the videos, I’m definitely scared by the passing rates for the level 1. I didn’t pass the level 1 on my first attempt and I wish I had found your videos sooner. Currently preparing for the 2nd attempt which I will take in February many of the things that you say in all your videos resonate with me and fit the approach I took this time for the 2nd attempt.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 20 күн бұрын
Good luck, hope you pass! If you'd like to add some high quality mock exams to your studies feel free to check ours out at chalkandboard.org
@BSGT1293
@BSGT1293 21 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for this, I really needed this boost of confidence. Will be doing my 2nd attempt of the level 1 on February
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 20 күн бұрын
Hope you pass in February! If you need extra mock exams, feel free to check ours out at chalkandboard.org
@Harsh-p4w1i
@Harsh-p4w1i 22 күн бұрын
CAN U PLEASE TELL ME THE BEST MAY TO MAKE NOTES
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 21 күн бұрын
Happy new year - if you would like to become our student you can sign up at chalkandboard.org. Nathan then can develop a study plan and strategy for you.
@nupurlad5296
@nupurlad5296 24 күн бұрын
Sir I am thinking of giving my exam in May 2025 .if I pay the standard fees can there be problem with my exam centre being outside the state or country just because i pay late fees
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 24 күн бұрын
For large cities with many test centers, this probably won't be as big a problem as for smaller cities/countries with fewer testing centers. It really depends on your location and how many candidates are trying to compete for your desired test center locations/dates. A good rule of thumb is to register as soon as possible so that you can give yourself the best chances.
@arjunadhikari9404
@arjunadhikari9404 28 күн бұрын
Highly useful, insightful and valuable ideas! Thank you very much!
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 28 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed!
@hakim5939
@hakim5939 Ай бұрын
If I am planning to give August attempt by when should I register. I had applied for scholarship and waiting for their answer.
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Ай бұрын
The CFA Institute exam registration windows are available on their website. If you would like great prep materials, visit chalkandboard.org. Regardless, good luck in your studies.
@AlphaHunter-e9d
@AlphaHunter-e9d Ай бұрын
Great stuff
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@AlphaHunter-e9d
@AlphaHunter-e9d Ай бұрын
Great candor..... as fellow Cholder love the share....takes a dude to give granular truth of struggle
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@kristianrevfeim1818
@kristianrevfeim1818 Ай бұрын
Is this the same concept for level 3 after just taking the level 2 exam?
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep Ай бұрын
The timing of the exam offerings is different at Level III but the core pre-results positioning approach concept is the same, yes!
@SuperVarun11
@SuperVarun11 2 ай бұрын
Hi Mr Ronan, I've got my exam in 3-4 days and i did four mocks - two from Kaplan and two from CFAi and my scores are all averaging in the 50s. I already finished practicing all practice questions from the CFAI LES portal more than 3 weeks back with a 72% accuracy and have have done all ethics questions since then and have been reviewing ethics everyday yet my ethics scores are averaging in the 50s in the mocks. I did solve an additional 100-150 questions from two kaplan papers and have mostly been busy re reading all chapters and solving all solved examples from my Kaplan books as well as topic quizzes. Had been reviewing all mistakes and tough questions from the Les and have reviewed all my solved mocks once but i finally just finished one complete revision now and still feeling low confidence over my poor mock scores. Dont think i have time to re review the q bank for each topic now, what should I do?
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep
@ChalkBoardCFAPrep 2 ай бұрын
Study the mock exam questions you missed now. Try to master the correct solution steps for them. Good luck on your exam, if you do not get the exam result you seek feel free to become our student next time. We can help you pass confidently. May the odds be in your favor this week. Practice qbank questions at Level 2 are easier than mock exam questions, as you are finding out. This is even more the case for Level 3.