If you're looking for Albany SIE prep, Varsity Tutors is here to set you up with excellent SIE preparation opportunities. The SIE exam, also known as the Securities Industry Essentials exam, is one of the first steps on your journey to work in the securities profession. The SIE is available for anyone to take; you do not need to be associated with a FINRA member firm to take it like when sitting for a qualification exam. If you are or were a student at a higher education institution such as the University at Albany or Albany State University studying finance, Albany SIE prep can help you work towards the next step in your career. For more information on the benefits to be gained from quality SIE prep, continue reading.
What are the skills and topics I can review during Albany SIE prep?
The SIE is a 75-question exam that takes one hour and 45 minutes to complete. To pass the Essentials exam, you must receive a 70% or higher. There is no penalty for guessing so you'll want to make sure to answer each question to the best of your ability.
There are four different sections on the SIE, each one assessing different topics and skills: Knowledge of Capital Markets, Understanding, Trading, Customer Accounts, and Prohibited Activities, Understanding Products and their Risks, and Overview of the Regulatory Framework. The material covered in these sections is extensive and preparing can be overwhelming if you're facing it alone. When you sign up for SIE prep, your instructor can make sure you cover all the content necessary to do well on each section. Content reviewed during prep sessions can include types of markets, monetary vs. fiscal policy, hedge funds, corporate actions, employee conduct, and reportable events. This list is not a comprehensive list of the topics found on the SIE, but merely a glimpse at the material you'll need to have mastered. If the idea of reviewing all these topics is daunting, you can find some comfort in knowing our instructors are experienced with the SIE and have the communication skills to convey the correct lessons.
What are the benefits of the different types of Albany SIE prep?
At Varsity Tutors we are proud to offer two options for your SIE preparation: online SIE classes and connections to exceptional SIE tutors. Both options are valuable tools for anyone getting ready for their exam, but each does come with a different set of benefits. Let's take a closer look at each opportunity.
Signing up for an Albany SIE prep course allows you the opportunity to take an interactive online course. Our live learning environment enables you to tune into your course sessions from anywhere a computer and an internet connection can be found. This platform allows you to see, hear, speak to, and observe your teacher the same way you'd be able to in a traditional classroom. You'll also be able to interact with your peers to work on group projects and engage in discussions about the material being reviewed in your course sessions. Working interactively with others has been shown to help students to learn the material more easily and thoroughly. This option is a great option for those who enjoy the structure and social environment found in creational educational settings.
Working with a private Albany SIE tutor is a different type of experience. With private instruction, you have more control over what material you cover. You also have the luxury of moving at the pace that is most comfortable for you. Your instructor can get to know your goals, strengths, weaknesses, and learning preferences. This information can use utilized when created your study schedule. Knowing your learning style can help your teacher to deliver lessons in a way that makes sense to you and keeps the material fresh and interesting. This is an excellent option for anyone who would enjoy a less structured atmosphere for learning.
It's also possible to benefit from both options, as it allows you to have the best of both worlds with collaborative activities while also getting to work on the topics you need the most help understanding.
What do I need to do to get started in an Albany SIE prep class or with a private SIE instructor?
When you're ready to either get signed up for an online class or be connected with a private SIE teacher, all you need to do is contact our educational directors. We'll help you choose between the two prep options or set you up with both. Call Varsity Tutors today to get started with quality Albany SIE prep as soon as you're ready.
Jessica: Albany SIE test prep instructor
Avid public speaker and advocate for financial literacy. I am a full-time financial advisor that uses my free time to help others gain the knowledge necessary to learn more about business and finance or make their own way in the financial services industry.
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Oneonta - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +79 subjects
Jennifer: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...including Professional Certifications, Insurance License, NMLS, SIE, and Series 6. I am a graduate of Eastern Illinois University. I received my Master of Science Degree and Bachelor of Arts Degree in Family and Consumer Science with a Minor in Business Administration. I have over 20 Years of sales, leadership, mentoring and coaching in the Financial Services field-which includes -Mortgage Branch Management, VP of Membership, Top Mortgage Production Sales Performer, Financial Advisor, Life & Health Agent...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Family and Consumer Sciences
- Eastern Illinois University - Master of Science, Family and Consumer Sciences
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Insurance License
- Series 6
- Real Estate License
- +3 subjects
Krista: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...state of NJ for Life/Health Insurance. I am registered with FINRA (Series 7 & 66). I also hold a Certified Financial Planner designation. I help candidates studying for their Life/Health, SIE, Series 7, Series 6, Series 66 (63/65), and CFP designations. I am eager to pass on various tips and tricks I have learned for the various exams. I have various study tips and tricks that I have found helpful and previous students that I...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Capella University - Masters in Business Administration, Project Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 63
- Series 65
- CFP
- +18 subjects
Brandy: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...Series 7 licensed. I am a Financial Services Rep at a major Brokerage Firm in which I have been with with for two years. Passed each of my tests on the first try. I'm very skilled at teaching. I was previously licensed as a Life Insurance agent (Life Insurance and Annuities). I have a history in the Financial Industry working with Workers Comp Insurance and other Business Insurance. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology.
Education & Certification
- Bellevue University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- Series 63
- +1 subjects
Lonie: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...a primary source of income; I teach because I enjoy helping others enough to do it in my spare time. People don't care what you know until they know that you care. I'm supposed to write something here about my own achievements. I have an impressive resume by most peoples' standards. But my achievements don't amount to anything unless they translate into helping YOU pass your exam. Let's just leave it at that.
Education & Certification
- Bowling Green State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, German
- West Virginia University - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
- Xavier University - Master of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Series 65
- Series 63
- +21 subjects
Joseph: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...especially those studying for FINRA and State Insurance Licensing exams. I have created unique study plans and practice exam questions that have assisted my students to pass their exams without any doubt about their capabilities. I'm happy to help you succeed in all FINRA and State Insurance Exams tutoring. Your passing grade is both of our goals! I welcome all students to study together to obtain that license and realize their dreams!
Education & Certification
- Yeshiva University - Bachelor of Science, Economics
- Western Governors University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 79
- Series 65
- Series 4
- +48 subjects
Jahlen: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...are very understandable. I've received a Bachelors of Arts degree in economics from SUNY Purchase. I've also spent my recent time of employment working for a insurance company. At this time I developed my experience in tutoring,over the last 2 years, by helping my fellow coworkers pass their exams. In my experience with the SIE exam, Series 6, and Series 63 is to study through practice questions and analyzing them in an effort to best...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Purchase College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Insurance License
- Series 63
- +1 subjects
Eunpa: Albany SIE test prep instructor
Business analyst with five years of tutoring and significant corporate strategy experience. Applied BA in math at top ten research university to financial modeling, ROI analyses, marketing, academic research, technology, and higher education.
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- Calculus
- +43 subjects
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Statistics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 63
- Series 7
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- +25 subjects
Scot: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...June of 2011. In February of 2017, I co-founded my financial planning firm, Providers & Families Wealth Management, with my wife, Lindsey; and in December of that year, I became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER. The most influential teachers in my life provided an engaging and entertaining learning experience, and I strongly believe that these are very important characteristics of an impactful education! I look forward to helping you in your pursuit of your next FINRA...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 57
- Series 65
- Series 10
- +12 subjects
Karen: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...master's degree from Ashwood University in business administration. In addition, I hold an English teaching certificate. Since I graduated, I've taught or coached in several areas. However, my primary focus has been on Series licensing. I help students with all licenses such as SIE, 6, 63, 7 65.66, 24 and many more. Many students struggle with the concepts of the SIE exam. I can break it down for you and relate it to something that...
Education & Certification
- Ashwood University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 99
- Series 24
- Series 26
- +21 subjects
Braden: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...with a minor in economics from the University of Oklahoma living in Overland Park, Kansas. I have a passion for teaching college, high school, and middle schoolers math from Algebra to College Calculus, chemistry, and physics. In high school I took a variety of AP Tests: AP Chemistry-5, AP Physics 1-4, AP Calculus AB-5 AP US History-4, AP English Composition-4. I hope we are a great fit, and I can't wait for the opportunity to...
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Chemical Engineer, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 66
- ACT
- +64 subjects
Melissa: Albany SIE test prep instructor
I have 20 years of real world experience in business. I can teach the following licenses: SIE, Series 7, Series 63, and Series 66. I am a current licensed senior broker at a large firm. I have assisted with in-person training to pass these licenses and have worked teaching adults my entire career. Cannot wait to work with you!
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Capella University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 63
- Series 66
- +1 subjects
Mary: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...recruiting and training new hires from top universities. At the time, O'Connor was the largest market maker in the U.S. financial options exchanges and had been looking to partner with a larger financial institution. The firm entered into a joint venture with Swiss Bank creating the opportunity to become part of a newly formed global team deployed as financial engineers in various financial centers - Chicago, Zurich, London, Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong. My assignment was...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 57
- Series 53
- Series 44 - NYSE Arca Options Market Maker Exam
- +105 subjects
Kim: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...five and sometimes six days per week. Because of my diverse background, (heavy in the finance arena, including insurance, securities & investment banking/related) I can relate to people on different levels. I excel in working with those who are learning challenged. This can range from a person who is a non-native English speaker to someone with ADHD/Autism. If you need to take a certification test, I can quell your nerves. I will tutor/coach/mentor you through...
Education & Certification
- University of Alaska Anchorage - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
- International Seminary for Distance Education in Theology - Bachelor of Theological Studies, Theology
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 6
- Series 79
- +46 subjects
Barrett: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...largely a function of how it's defined, I consider my own success to be helping my students along a journey to attaining their respective goals. But that journey begins with a first step, at times a humbling step. As a coach and mentor, I value my role as your trusted resource in helping you take those initial steps on your journey to passing the securities exam(s) and onward to a bright future!
Education & Certification
- Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
- Louisiana State University and Agricultural Mechanical College - Doctor of Laws, Law Enforcement Administration
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 51
- Series 79
- Series 24
- +20 subjects
Education & Certification
- Purdue University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
- Indiana University - Master of Science, Public Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 65
- Series 63
- +20 subjects
John: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...and Economics from Yale and an MBA from NYU. I have my Series 7 and 57 and work as a proprietary trader on Wall Street. I'm passionate about financial markets, technology and economics. My philosophy towards education is one of efficiency. I believe that time management is the key to accomplishing your academic and professional goals. I'm here to help you not only learn but absorb the material into your skill set.
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
- New York University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 3
- Series 4
- +36 subjects
Peter: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...different FINRA offices. One was regional office and the other a national position. I sat in on the meetings when FINRA changed the Series 7 test from a single 6 hour exam to the present two exams being the SIE and the Series 7 top off. I passed the Series 3 exam, the National Commodities Futures Exam. If you want to obtain the SIE license, you probably are in one of these categories. You may...
Education & Certification
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
- California University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 26
- Series 79
- CSET - California Subject Examinations for Teachers
- +38 subjects
Ross: Albany SIE test prep instructor
...passed it and helped other people pass the SIE. I am most passionate about History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading that which enriches my...
Education & Certification
- University of New Haven - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- Mercy College - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 79
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 24
- +22 subjects