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Lamya Kaushikhard worker, passionate to do new things,

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I would recommend to you give your CFA level 1 in June, as it give you 1 year of gap to prepare between the two papers, as level 2 will occur in June the next year.

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Lamya Kaushikhard worker, passionate to do new things,

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You can visit the below mentioned source for further details
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chartered_Financial_Analyst.

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Shail Oberoi

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CFA (USA) is a preferred qualification by most o0f the companies that are into capital markets area. Most of the MNCs/hedge funds /IB firms prefer hiring candidates with CFA qualification over MBA finance. In fact, there is an increasing trend, wherein, candidates post MBA (finance) are pursuing CFA (USA) as well to enhance their career opportunities. Internationally CFA (USA) has higher recognition compared to MBA (Finance). .

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Lamya Kaushikhard worker, passionate to do new things,

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Both courses have nothing to do with BBA. BBA is basically a course designed to equip students with the basics of management. As such, BBA graduates are not products that are immediately employable. A Masters, i.e. an MBA is desired to give any value as such. CFA are degrees that are completely independent of any graduate degree as such, in this case BBA. If you are a BBA. I would suggest you to take up a job at a bank and then pursue your CFA. Ideal would be a job in corporate finance (mergers, deal advisory) in consulting but your chances of getting through such firms with a BBA are close to 0 to 10% in India. Second option is to kic
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Lamya Kaushikhard worker, passionate to do new things,

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Step 1: Gather all the knowledge you can get about the programme. (Don't worry, I am not going to make you work so hard. I will tell you all about it.)
Eligibility: The very first thing that you need to know is that whether you are eligible to take the exams or not.
To be eligible for the exams you must:
Have an international travel passport and
An undergraduate education: A Bachelor's (or equivalent) degree. You can be in your final year too while registering for the exam.
Or,
Work experience: Four years of professional work experience.
Or,
A combination of both: Education and professional work experience that meets the minimum of 4 years.
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Lamya Kaushikhard worker, passionate to do new things,

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Yes, it is if you can manage both together. It totally depends on your capability.

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A KaushikEnglish language trainer cum career counselor

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CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) is the certification provided by CFA Institute. The exam is categorized into 3 levels, based on the level of difficulty of the exam. Level I exam is held twice a year whereas Level II and Level III are held only in June.
The CFA exam essentially tests your fundamental knowledge in finance domain. Anyone having a graduate degree is eligible to appear for the exam. People having degrees in domains other than finance are also eligible. These days engineers, doctors, MBAs who want their career in risk management, investment banking, opt for this exam. A lot of business schools and firms also give preference
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Sunil SoniManagement & IT Consultant

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A Financial Analyst is trained in financial analysis which involves a thorough understanding of the companys finances, investments, growth plans etc. Financial Analysts are trained in corporate finance, financial services and investment management.
CFA Program is a professional credential offered by CFA Institute to Investment and Financial professionals. To enroll in the CFA Program and register for your first Level I exam, you must have:
An international travel passport and one of the following:
(a)Undergraduate education: A Bachelor's (or equivalent) degree or be in the final year of your Bachelor's degree program (you must have compl
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CFA
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)is the certification provided by CFA Institute. The exam is categorized in 3 levels, based on the level of difficulty of the exam. Level I Exam is held twice a year whereas Level II and Level III are held only in June.
The CFA exam essentially tests your fundamental knowledge in Finance domain. Anyone having graduate degree is eligible to appear for the exam. People having degrees in domains other than finance are also eligible. These days engineers, doctors, MBAs who want their career in risk management, investment banking, opt for this exam. A lot of Business schools and firms also give preference t
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