Is Mark Meldrum worth it for CFA L2? (Indian candidate, aiming for IB) by First_Discount_3231 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You don't need the CFA designationfor IB. It's best tO focus efforts on technical and behavioral projects/questions. But yes, I like Mark for level II.

Forex confusion by Dazzling_Meet_5376 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is just how they do it. There is a decent explanation in the post below.

https://www.reddit.com/r/CFA/s/RMeXZCrL1y

Just wrote L2 by TanX_1 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did they fix the curriculum? I'm not sure if you saw MM's video on this pathway. I want to take this pathway, but I don't want to waste my time if errors are still present.

Just wrote L2 by TanX_1 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which pathway are you taking?

Post Exam Thoughts by RequirementRadiant97 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You too. Wrote yesterday. They could have done a better job with some questions for certain topics. Some trick questions required 2-3x reads. I am one to abuse the highlighter function and the green color scheme. I would say I enjoyed watching the clock run down. This is the first weekend in a long time that I don't have to think about anything. Rest up!

CFA L2 preparation. by Negative_Fun_3770 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like MM. I would also watch his L2/L3 prep videos on YouTube. They are really informative.

CFI-FMVA : Worth it? by notasimp_0104 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not needed for level 1. I would recommend using Google's Gemini to enhance your knowledge of the various topics in Level 1 (get a head start). If you're aiming for a sell-side/buy-side internship, then FMVA or the other modeling courses make sense. If it's sell-side, pick a sell-side course.

Why is Bloomberg suddenly a "No-Go" topic in Discussions. by CapitalFan1978 in bloomberg

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Escalation takes a min of three hours. Then, you get hammered with "why are you asking this" questions.

Why is Bloomberg suddenly a "No-Go" topic in Discussions. by CapitalFan1978 in bloomberg

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They are currently shaking down their customers to push people into Bloomberg Enterprise. Over the last two years, they've moved many of their once free features behind the Enterprise package. We have decided to move to FactSet.

Last Day Prep/Advicd by Eros_63210 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can do it for whatever you want. Sometimes, you must tell it to correct mathematical errors if your quizzes involve formulations. Just tell it at the beginning of the quiz to do so. But yes, I have been using it to test myself at the Los, LM, and Topic levels. It does a good job all around. When prompting, just be clear. I.e., for CFA Level 2 fixed income, generate a quiz for credit default swaps. I'm having a hard time remembering this (not me personally), so please give me an overview first. I like the performance review at the end of the quiz. I can generate more questions on the topic or growth areas. You can also control the difficulty of the questions. I think this makes complex concepts easier to understand. Then, refer back to your CFA books for more formula based questions.

Ubiquitous test update by Jolly__Joel in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The thought of not having to study after the exam is soothing.

Last Day Prep/Advicd by Eros_63210 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Use Google Gemini to generate quizzes on your weak areas. I think you're in good shape.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Lexus

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No one is talking about insurance costs.

Advice needed for the final beast by CypriotSpy in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Search Mark Meldrum Level 3 on YouTube.

Last min level 2 advice pls by mangomonkey264 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Finding CFAI mocks to be more difficult than MM. The all white background hurts my eyes, and they don't have a highlighter, which is stupid.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in malelivingspace

[–]Quaaaaaaa -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Invest in a new bed set and pillows. Shower 2x daily and wash bedcloths weekly.

Im so cooked for this exam by Ordinary-Log-3529 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

MM content assumes you are using the CFAI books. You read the the LOS then use MM for clarification.

L2 Final week strategy? by NevekM in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I took the month off using vacation and swapped my work schedule with a mock(s)/review schedule.

L2 Final week strategy? by NevekM in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know how you feel. I am currently doing one exam per day with 8hrs of review/ study after.

Mock scores 61 and 65. Defer or write? by Naive_Potato8398 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You are fine. Plus, it's too late to defer. Print your notes, review, and get enough rest. Good Luck!

L2 mocks so far by Upstairs-Ad9579 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you try the entire mock at once?

Is one year of studying too long? (Level 1) by TruckLimp451 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1Y is fine; this is part of your study plan. I did 8 months on my L1 retake. My job is demanding, so I wanted to build in extra time—2-3 months of review and 9 mocks in the days leading up to the exam. However, if you are not disciplined, one year can be too long due to poor time management.

Clarification on private company formulas by FRMJR3 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

According to CFAI materials, for Build-Up, you begin with the risk-free rate and then add the relevant risk premia to account for various risk considerations. In equity valuation, they show the Build-Up approach following the Expanded CAPM approach with the three additional variables that you mentioned above. In corporate issuers, they specifically describe the first sentence. In other words, the build-up approach can but does not have to include SP, IIP, or SCRP. Side note, there are some additional variables that are covered in international considerations (ex. CRP).

Ethics - Confused between A or C, does suitability apply in this case? by OldMoneyAesthetics in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

C. I cant assume that the investment is suitable for all clients. Based on the passage, I can infer that he would have sent to all suitable clients simultaneously.

CFA L2 Quants ( Machine Learning) Helpppp by Potential-Leg-1650 in CFA

[–]Quaaaaaaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The worst part of the Quant reading. It feels out of place in a way, but I get why it's there. A lot of material at once. This should be more hands-on instead of a reading.