CFA^® Mock Test Series

Is it a Simulated test paper? Yes! Mock test papers are simply practice papers or a question bank solely designed according to the official exam pattern. Updates to these tests are always done in accordance with the exam syllabus and pattern.

The purpose of these tests is to discover your potential, readiness and knowledge for the exam. The real identification of your strengths and weaknesses is actually analyzed by going through the mock test.

It has the ability to provide you with immediate feedback, which helps in a targeted revision. Mock test series has a frequency of being conducted weekly, bi-weekly or depending on the series.

Study plans are helpful in levelling up your game, and you may crack the exam on the very first attempt. The strategy here is focused on tips, a mixture of general do's and don'ts, along with strategy.

1. DONT CRAM - Cramming never works. Set aside time before you actually start to study. A lot of time to different subjects daily and don't overdo everything just at the weekend. Every day is better than a weekend full of study.
2. START EARLY FROM THE BEGINNING - If you start early you can dedicate a month full of reviewing your knowledge, attempting mock tests etc. In general, If you start early you are actually helping yourself.
3. FOCUS ON STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES - Generally, while we study, an analysis of your weak area topics or strong topics is conducted. Give a notice to that. Your brain is actually guiding you to your strengths and weaknesses.
4. SET ASIDE DISTRACTIONS - Distractions are tools for wasting time, focus and energy. A MAJOR HINDRANCE. Make the most of each hour and take breaks with special allotment.
5. CONCEPTS ARE MUCH IMPORTANT THAN MATHS - Since CFA exams are to be increasingly conceptual, being tuned with the concepts is really important
6. PRACTICE IS KEY - Practice, practice and more practice! CFA EXAMS ARE LENGTHY! Be prepared to go the extra mile every day. Absorb like a sponge, but putting all knowledge into practice is a different thing. You need a good recall, so practice with hard work and patience.
7. BE FRIENDS WITH YOUR CALCULATOR - Calculator models are used during exams and you need to get a hang of it. With your chosen device do pre -practice and be used to it.
8. MOMENTARY RESET - Oh no ! my brain is not braining! Has this ever happened to you? This happens when large, vast, huge and very important information is heavily loaded onto your brain. It actually demands a break for memory retention. Give yourself an hour of break or a nap time so you can get a burst of freshness.
9. TAKE A COURSE WITH SIX TO SEVEN MONTHS OF PLANNING - You put your distractions away and study diligently, but still, you need a prepping course to get yourself sorted and updated.

Planning beforehand is a definite saviour you can allot this period as a golden period.

Generally, CFA exam levels are 3 in number:

1. CFA Level 1
2. CFA Level 2
3. CFA Level 3

1. Quantitative Methods (5-10%)
2. Economics (5-10%)
3. Financial Reporting and Analysis (10-15%)
4. Corporate Issuers (5-10%)
5. Equity Valuation (10-15%)
6. Fixed Income (10-15%)
7. Derivatives (5-10%)
8. Alternative Investments (5-10%)
9. Portfolio Management (10-15%)
10. Ethical and Professional Standards (10-15%)

• Economics (5-10%)
• Portfolio Management (35-40%)
• Derivatives (5-10%)
• Fixed Income (15-20%)
• Equity Investments (10-15%)
• Alternative Investments (5-10%)
• Ethical and Professional Standards (10-15%)

It is advised to set aside a month or two, depending on individual specifically for revision. It is better to start six to seven months early for the exam

1. Review regularly
2. Make flashcards
3. Practice At Least five mock tests weekly
4. Don't panic, and take regular