Guys i have some queries.
I'm pursuing a Dual Degree in chem engg from IIT Delhi.
1.Am i eligible for CFA Level 1 December exam or not?
2.And if i am will i be able to get through considering that i have no knowledge of finance?
3.I have been doing some research on FRM as well.Do u think it would be a good addition to my profile alongwith a CFA?
A swift reply would be appreciated
Thanks
FRM and CFA offer two different fields. One is purely concerned with risk managenet and other is inclined towards investment managenet. If you want to do a more client facing role then go for CFA and wnat to be a number cruncher and decision maker reportnig to top managenet then go for FRM.Do what you want to see yourself doing 5yrs hence. Its like comparing appels and oranges.
You can write it if you are in final year.
I have to clearly say No about your chances. If you feel comfortable with the link below then you may try but i advice you to take up some NCFM modules before attempting CFA L1. Also do the +2 accounts first.
(Click on the online study guide and see if you find yourself comfortable with the syllabus)
Financial Certification Exams and Professional Education
Hi everyone...are the schweser notes for the frm 2009 full exam available now...i hav got the core readings and handbook....but the schweser notes were not available wen i last inquired
rohit.chawla SaysHi everyone...are the schweser notes for the frm 2009 full exam available now...i hav got the core readings and handbook....but the schweser notes were not available wen i last inquired
Hi i'm Umar, i have the notes with me contact me to help you up...
Hi All,
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Hi all,
I am Pankaj .. a software engg. by profession ... AND an FRM aspirant for Nov 2009 ....
I have gone through this thread ... excellent work by TUmTum and all ... cheers for all ....
Before I shoot my queries, let me disclose my profile ...
I'm currently workin for NSE and NCDEX (stock and commodity exchanges) in their RISK MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT as a SYSTEM ANALYST ...
I basically handle the backend code that does all those VAR and MTM calculations n all ....
It's been two years over there i joined as a fresher and I'm immensely keen into getting into risk management and related stuffss ...
Plus I have a latent penchant for Calculus n probability .... m not a bigshot in that but I like these ....
When I learnt of FRM n went thorugh its course structure ... it took my attention as its a complete package of the above ....
I know I'm a bit late for this year but still wud like to give it a shot ....
As I'm totally unaware of how to go about FRM, what do u all think, what should be my approach? Should I go for it or wait for May 2010 (Level 1)???
Is my profile inclined towards FRM or some other course life PRM(which too has got my attention) given the fact that I just want to be related to the RISK MANAGEMENT thing!!???
Which would suit me the best given my profile and my area of interest ???
Guide me puys ... it'd be gr8 .....
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Hi to everyone,
I have registered for FRM 2009 full exam. But haven't started any preparation yet. And i plan to switch to FRM 2009 Level 1 exam as i feel that i won't be able to give the exam along with my job. I saw the GARP website and came to know that i need to pay $250 as processing fees for the same. But i am confused as to if i switch and then clear level 1, do i need to pay again for the level 2 or it gets adjusted since right now i have paid for the full exam (Rs. 27500) .... ?? .....because i feel if i have to, then that it would turn out to be very costly.......please let me know about the same as i need to take a call...........Thanks in advance !!
Regards,
Vinay Desai
MBA, LIFA, MCOM
"Harness your strength and the impossible becomes possible" 
Puys,
m confused about going for L1 or FUll exam this november ...
Phew!!
Thanks for the info ...
I've heard about Schwesar notes. Kindly tell me whether Schwesar notes and HULL are enough for this Nov FULL FRM exam or should I go for other things as well?? Is yes, then what are those notes ....
What are core readings??? Dont know about that ...
Dear All,
I take CFA/FRM classes in Gurgaon, please direct any of your related queries to me directly. Also contact for FRM/CFA coaching in Gurgaon at nitinjain2001@gmail / 9717744684
Dear friend,
For passing the exam schweser notes and handbook are more than sufficient. I would advie you NOT to get baffled by loads of other material, as this only make you more confused.
Regards
Nitin
Dear Friend,
1) Yes, you are eligible for CFA L-1, though you'll be awarded the charter only after having relevant work experience.
2) Yes, thats not a very difficult thing to do. I know couple of people from non-finance background clearing CFA L-1
3) Yes, FRM is a good certification to get (and easier too ) in terms of time length and relevant work ex to get the degree. Though both FRM and CFA serve different purposes as discussed by other members in this thread.
Regards
Nitin Jain, CFA, FRM
Guys i have some queries.
I'm pursuing a Dual Degree in chem engg from IIT Delhi.
1.Am i eligible for CFA Level 1 December exam or not?
2.And if i am will i be able to get through considering that i have no knowledge of finance?
3.I have been doing some research on FRM as well.Do u think it would be a good addition to my profile alongwith a CFA?
A swift reply would be appreciated
Thanks
Hi to everyone,
Can anybody help me out as to whether i should give level 1 or the full exam this year. I have registered for the 2009 FRM full exam but have not started studying as yet and am finding it difficult to do it with my job. I have an option of switching from full exam to level 1 in this year itself. Please help me out. People who have already started studying can guide me on this one as to whether the full level is manageable in the available time or i need to go for level 1 only.
Thanks in advance
Regards,
Vinay Desai
MBA, LIFA, MCOM
Dear Vinay,
2-3 months of concentrated effort should be able to see you through the FRM full exam easily. Moreover you being an MBA, things should be comparitively easier for you.
Regards
Nitin
Hi to everyone,
Can anybody help me out as to whether i should give level 1 or the full exam this year. I have registered for the 2009 FRM full exam but have not started studying as yet and am finding it difficult to do it with my job. I have an option of switching from full exam to level 1 in this year itself. Please help me out. People who have already started studying can guide me on this one as to whether the full level is manageable in the available time or i need to go for level 1 only.
Thanks in advance
Regards,
Vinay Desai
MBA, LIFA, MCOM
@ Nitin,
Thanks a lot for addressing my query. So what would be the average hours per week i would have to give to clear the full exam? Because as of now, with my job i can give upto 9-10 hours per week. Is that enough? I am really confused and need to take a call asap. Your inputs can give me a direction.
Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Vinay Desai
Hi
Do I get a subscription to the online version of the Credit Magazine when I sign up for the FRM exam ?
rgds
Akash
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Finally see some rains in Delhi
Vinay 9-10 hrs a week are sufficient if you have some related background or get some external help. You'll need to push these hrs to 25 per week min. towards the end in order to clear FRM in one go.
When I appeared for FRM, I started from 15th September but could sail through easily (though I had CFA background to help :)). Hope this helps
@ Nitin,
Thanks a lot for addressing my query. So what would be the average hours per week i would have to give to clear the full exam? Because as of now, with my job i can give upto 9-10 hours per week. Is that enough? I am really confused and need to take a call asap. Your inputs can give me a direction.
Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Vinay Desai
Hi PGs,
i m preparing 4 cfp..........i hav heard abt FRM......but i don't know much abt it plz throw some light...........example how much tym is needed 2 complete FRM?job opportunties after doing it?main area of study etc etc.........
Hi,
Anyone looking for the complete set of latest core reasdings, hand book and Schwesar notes (2009) in Bangalore can get in touch with me.
Cheers,
R
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Hello,
has anyone got soft copy of schweser materials, handbook, core reading, and bionic and would like to share with me ? please let me know.
Thanks
Trish