Course Overview:
The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program is a globally recognized professional qualification for finance and investment professionals. It covers key topics such as ethics, portfolio management, equity, fixed income, and financial analysis across three levels of rigorous exams.
Syllabus (Semester-wise):
The CFA program is structured across three levels rather than semesters, and each level has its own syllabus.
Level 1: CFA Level I
Ethical and Professional Standards
Quantitative Methods
Economics
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Corporate Finance
Equity Investments
Fixed Income
Derivatives
Alternative Investments
Portfolio Management and Wealth Planning
Level 2: CFA Level II
Ethical and Professional Standards
Quantitative Methods
Economics
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Corporate Finance
Equity Investments
Fixed Income
Derivatives
Alternative Investments
Portfolio Management and Wealth Planning
In CFA Level II, the emphasis is on the application of concepts, with a focus on valuation techniques and industry analysis.
Level 3: CFA Level III
Ethical and Professional Standards
Economics
Fixed Income
Equity Investments
Derivatives
Alternative Investments
Portfolio Management and Wealth Planning
CFA Level III emphasizes portfolio management and wealth planning, focusing on integrating all the skills learned throughout the program.
Duration:
The CFA program typically takes 2.5 to 4 years to complete, depending on how quickly a candidate clears each level. Candidates must also have at least four years of relevant work experience to earn the CFA designation.
Average Fees:
The average fee for the CFA program, including registration, study materials, and exams, is around INR 3 to 4 lakhs.
Exams to Attend:
CFA Level I Exam
CFA Level II Exam
CFA Level III Exam
The exams are held twice a year for Level I and once a year for Levels II and III.
Ten Most Ranking Institutions Combined Ranking in India:
Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad
Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore
Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Calcutta
SP Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Mumbai
EduPristine, Mumbai
National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), Navi Mumbai
Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad
The CFA Institute Approved Prep Providers (Various Locations in India)
Jagdish Sheth School of Management, Bangalore
Top Ten Institutions in Kerala:
Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Kozhikode
Logic School of Management, Cochin
Lakshya CFA Campus, Cochin
Inspire Academy, Calicut
Cochin Stock Exchange Institute Ltd., Cochin
Pinnacle Academy, Thiruvananthapuram
Shankar CFA Academy, Thrissur
KS Academy, Ernakulam
TICS Institute, Kollam
Coral CFA College, Thrissur