{"id":3869,"date":"2019-06-22T12:45:00","date_gmt":"2019-06-22T12:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/34.239.104.200\/?p=3869"},"modified":"2026-05-13T16:39:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T16:39:40","slug":"1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/","title":{"rendered":"One-Month Study Plan &#8211; Level I of the CFA\u00ae Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n  \"url\": \"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/1-month.png\",\n  \"caption\": \"FRM Part I 2026 Time Series Update\",\n  \"width\": 395,\n  \"height\": 593,\n  \"copyrightNotice\": \"\u00a9 2024 AnalystPrep\",\n  \"acquireLicensePage\": \"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/license-info\",\n  \"creditText\": \"AnalystPrep Design Team\",\n  \"creator\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"AnalystPrep\"\n  }\n}\n<\/script>\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can I pass CFA Level 1 in 1 month?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes, it\u2019s possible to pass CFA Level 1 in 1 month with focused study, disciplined daily schedules, and frequent practice with mock exams and quizzes.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How many hours a day do I need to study for CFA Level 1 in 1 month?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"You should aim to study about 6 to 8 hours daily to cover the entire CFA Level 1 curriculum and practice sufficiently within one month.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What topics should I prioritize if I only have 1 month to prepare for CFA Level 1?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Prioritize Ethics, Financial Reporting & Analysis, Quantitative Methods, and Fixed Income since they carry the highest exam weight and scoring potential.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is one month enough time to study for CFA Level 1 if I work full-time?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"It\u2019s very challenging but achievable with a strict study schedule that includes 3\u20134 hours on weekdays and 8+ hours on weekends.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the best study strategy for CFA Level 1 in 30 days?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Use a structured daily study plan combining reading, formula review, and practice questions, with the last week dedicated to mock exams and weak area review.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Where can I find reliable CFA Level 1 practice questions for fast-track prep?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"AnalystPrep offers a comprehensive question bank, quizzes, and mock exams tailored for accelerated CFA Level 1 study plans.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Should I focus more on practice questions or readings if I have only one month for CFA Level 1?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Balance both, but prioritize practice questions to reinforce concepts and improve exam readiness, especially in the final weeks.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>There is only one month to go before the Level I CFA exam, and you should already be performing quizzes and mock questions. If it\u2019s not the case, then it\u2019s definitely time to take a deep breath and buckle down to the daunting task ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>This study plan takes into consideration that you already read and reviewed all chapters or summaries. In my opinion, the last month should be dedicated only to practice questions and final revision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#Study_Plan\" >Study Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#Bullet_Points\" >Bullet Points<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#FAQs\" >FAQs\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#1_Can_I_pass_CFA_Level_1_in_1_month\" >1. Can I pass CFA Level 1 in 1 month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#2_How_many_hours_a_day_do_I_need_to_study_for_CFA_Level_1_in_1_month\" >2. How many hours a day do I need to study for CFA Level 1 in 1 month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#3_What_topics_should_I_prioritize_if_I_only_have_1_month_to_prepare_for_CFA_Level_1\" >3. What topics should I prioritize if I only have 1 month to prepare for CFA Level 1?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#4_Is_one_month_enough_time_to_study_for_CFA_Level_1_if_I_work_full-time\" >4. Is one month enough time to study for CFA Level 1 if I work full-time?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#5_What_is_the_best_study_strategy_for_CFA_Level_1_in_30_days\" >5. What is the best study strategy for CFA Level 1 in 30 days?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#6_Where_can_I_find_reliable_CFA_Level_1_practice_questions_for_fast-track_prep\" >6. Where can I find reliable CFA Level 1 practice questions for fast-track prep?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#7_Should_I_focus_more_on_practice_questions_or_readings_if_I_have_only_one_month_for_CFA_Level_1\" >7. Should I focus more on practice questions or readings if I have only one month for CFA Level 1?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/blog\/1-month-study-plan-cfa-level-1\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Study_Plan\"><\/span><strong>Study Plan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What I am proposing here is a precise 30-day schedule. On CFA Institute\u2019s website, we find that the CFA exams will be held on Saturdays only. In other words, the study plan will always start on Thursday and will always end on a Friday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 24px 0;\">\n<a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #1a73e8; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 34px; border-radius: 999px; text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; min-width: 740px;\" href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/free-trial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\nStructure your final CFA study month with our Free Trial.\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4385 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/1-month.png\" alt=\"1-month study plan\" width=\"960\" height=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bullet_Points\"><\/span><strong>Bullet Points<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>The schedule contains four half-mock exams (1 per week) for a total of 480 questions. For better results, I suggest answering all questions without the answers. This might be hard on the first Saturday, but I really think it makes a huge difference in how you apprehend the questions and try to solve them. You should also keep track of the time and try to stick within the frame suggested.<\/li>\n<li>Resting one day a week shouldn\u2019t make you anxious. Like a muscle, your brain needs to relax and think about other stuff. This will make your thoughts clearer and when back to work, you will perform better. You probably also noticed that I left the two last days blank. There is nothing worse than finding out a few hours before the exam that you haven\u2019t understood a concept and this is why I recommend this part of the schedule.<\/li>\n<li>You don\u2019t want to fail Ethics! Begin with it, finish with\u00a0it\u00a0and pay it peculiar attention during mock exams. Most important, you should know exactly\u00a0how to comply with the Standards of Professional Conduct and what would\u00a0be considered a violation. If you want a free summary with relevant question examples of\u00a0the Standards, click\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\/cfa-level-1-exam\/ethical-and-professional-standards\/standards-of-conduct\/\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>There is a lot of emphasis on \u201cFinancial Reporting and Analysis\u201d and \u201cQuantitative Methods\u201d. I believe that these two chapters give you many tools that help in other topics. In other words, when you study FRA and QM, you improve your overall understanding of the curriculum.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/analystprep.com\">If you&#8217;re still looking for a question bank and mock exams, have a look at our preparation materials by clicking on this\u00a0link.<\/a>\u00a0Remember that about 61% of candidates revealed in the 2015 CFA Institute survey that they used\u00a0third-party\u00a0preparation materials, in addition to the assigned materials and that you\u00a0then chance of passing the Level I CFA exam on your first attempt is basically one in three. I know you don&#8217;t want to fail the exam and have to repay registration fees, so stack the odds in your favor\u00a0by using all of the study material you\u00a0deem suitable.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"207\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"253\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Can_I_pass_CFA_Level_1_in_1_month\"><\/span>1. Can I pass CFA Level 1 in 1 month?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"403\">Yes, it\u2019s possible to pass CFA Level 1 in 1 month with focused study, disciplined daily schedules, and frequent practice with mock exams and quizzes.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"482\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_hours_a_day_do_I_need_to_study_for_CFA_Level_1_in_1_month\"><\/span>2. How many hours a day do I need to study for CFA Level 1 in 1 month?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"618\">You should aim to study about 6 to 8 hours daily to cover the entire CFA Level 1 curriculum and practice sufficiently within one month.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"712\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_topics_should_I_prioritize_if_I_only_have_1_month_to_prepare_for_CFA_Level_1\"><\/span>3. What topics should I prioritize if I only have 1 month to prepare for CFA Level 1?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"866\">Prioritize Ethics, Financial Reporting &amp; Analysis, Quantitative Methods, and Fixed Income since they carry the highest exam weight and scoring potential.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"948\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_one_month_enough_time_to_study_for_CFA_Level_1_if_I_work_full-time\"><\/span>4. Is one month enough time to study for CFA Level 1 if I work full-time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1076\">It\u2019s very challenging but achievable with a strict study schedule that includes 3\u20134 hours on weekdays and 8+ hours on weekends.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1147\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_best_study_strategy_for_CFA_Level_1_in_30_days\"><\/span>5. What is the best study strategy for CFA Level 1 in 30 days?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1305\">Use a structured daily study plan combining reading, formula review, and practice questions, with the last week dedicated to mock exams and weak area review.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1394\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Where_can_I_find_reliable_CFA_Level_1_practice_questions_for_fast-track_prep\"><\/span>6. Where can I find reliable CFA Level 1 practice questions for fast-track prep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1518\">AnalystPrep offers a comprehensive question bank, quizzes, and mock exams tailored for accelerated CFA Level 1 study plans.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1625\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Should_I_focus_more_on_practice_questions_or_readings_if_I_have_only_one_month_for_CFA_Level_1\"><\/span>7. Should I focus more on practice questions or readings if I have only one month for CFA Level 1?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1754\">Balance both, but prioritize practice questions to reinforce concepts and improve exam readiness, especially in the final weeks.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is only one month left before the exam and the only way for you to have enough time to review the whole curriculum is to be organized. This study schedule is the first step in that direction but there is still work to do to adapt it to your needs. Don\u2019t hesitate to take into account your strengths and weaknesses when planning your own. 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