How to Build Real-World Finance Knowledge Alongside CFA or FRM
Why Passing Exams Isn’t Enough in Finance Passing the CFA or FRM exams is a big achievement. Anyone who has studied for them knows how much effort they require. Still, many candidates notice something frustrating along the way. Even with…
November 2025 CFA Level II Results Reveal a Pass Rate Drop to 42%
What the latest results really mean for you Let us be honest for a moment. When you sign up for the CFA Level II exam, you know it is not going to be easy. Still, nothing quite prepares you for…
2-Week CFA Level 1 Preparation Plan (What to Study, What to Skip and How to Pass)
The clock is no longer ticking politely. It is loud now. Relentless. Fourteen days out, the CFA Level 1 exam is no longer an abstract future problem. It is a fixed seat, a fixed date and a very real reckoning…
How to Prepare for the CFA® Level 3 February Exam Using Mock Exams
If you are reading this in late January or early February, you are not looking for more theory. You are looking for a plan you can trust. You want to know what actually moves the needle in the final stretch,…
November 2025 CFA® Level I Exam Results: Pass Rate, Key Takeaways and What to Do Next
If you are searching for the November 2025 CFA Level I exam results, you are not alone. Thousands of candidates are checking to confirm whether results are out, what the pass rate is and what their next step should be….
How Astha Sharma Passed Both FRM® Levels on Her First Attempt With AnalystPrep
From self-taught candidate to Senior Risk Analyst, here’s how AnalystPrep became her anchor through the FRM journey. “I passed both FRM levels on my first attempt and AnalystPrep played a huge role in giving me the confidence and structure I…
What is Actuarial Science? A Complete Guide for Aspiring Actuaries
Let us start with a simple question you may already be asking yourself. What is actuarial science, really? If you have seen the term online or in university brochures, you probably know it has something to do with math, risk…
Why the CFA ESG Certificate Still Matters in a Changing Sustainability Debate
Author’s Note: The CFA Institute now officially brands this qualification as the CFA Institute Sustainable Investing Certificate, reflecting a broader and more forward-looking view of how capital markets address long-term risks and opportunities. Even so, many candidates and employers still…
How to Choose the Best CFA® Prep Provider for 2026 and Beyond
1. Introduction At some point early in the CFA journey, almost every candidate has the same moment of realization. The CFA textbooks are massive. The topics keep coming. And suddenly you are wondering whether you are studying efficiently or just…
CFA® vs FRM® vs Actuary (FSA/FCAS/CERA): Which Path Fits Your Career in 2026?
Picture this. You are staring at a long list of certifications, each promising better pay, stronger job security and a more impressive title on your CV. CFA. FRM. Actuary. Everyone seems confident about their choice, but no one explains what…
