An Austin CFA prep course offered by Varsity Tutors could be a valuable asset if you're getting ready to take the CFA exam. The CFA exam serves to assess whether or not you're truly ready to serve as a professional in the challenging industry of finance and investment. The CFA Institute is the issuing body of these certifications, and they're quite strict about choosing successful candidates. To become a Certified Financial Analyst, you'll need to display a deep level of knowledge concerning a wide variety of important skills and concepts. A prep course could be a key part of your study regime.
CFA exams aren't the only requirement for becoming certified. Four years of work experience is also required, and it has to be in a capacity where you're advising on investments. Furthermore, you also need a bachelor's degree. While this might seem like a lot, you can approach the first level of CFA exams while you're still working on some of these prerequisites. Because of this, there are all kinds of different students who take the CFA exams. Perhaps you're studying while wrapping up your final year at the University of Texas in Austin, or even Texas State University in San Marcos. Or maybe you're currently employed in the financial industry as you try to meet the work experience requirements. A prep course can help you study effectively, no matter what background you're coming from.
What Might I Learn With An Austin CFA Course?
One of the first things you might learn with your Austin CFA course is an overview of the general structure of the CFA exams. There are three separate levels. You have to pass them in sequential order, and you'll take them in separate sittings. Be prepared for an entire day's worth of examinations with each level, as the Level 1 CFA exam alone has a time limit of 6 hours in total. You'll face as many as 240 multiple choice questions, although exam sessions are split into morning and afternoon to give you a break in between. The Level 3 CFA exam also includes a written essay component. There's a lot to study for, and your prep course can help you cover the challenging concepts you'll need to master.
Your prep course reviews many topics, such as ethical and professional standards, quantitative methods, economics, financial reporting and analysis, corporate finance, portfolio management, equity investments, and much more. But you might also find that your instructor can help you develop strategies and skills based around the actual structure and format of the exams themselves. For example, many of the multiple choice questions ask you to "complete the sentence." You might have an opportunity to practice these types of questions. And of course, there are many tactics you can use to tackle all multiple choice exams, regardless of the question format. According to the time limits on test day, your instructor can help you plan out exactly how long you need to spend on each question. These are just a few examples of things you might learn with your prep course.
How Does An Austin CFA Course Help Me Learn?
Your Austin CFA course relies on a collaborative learning style based around online, virtual classrooms. You can access your virtual classroom from anywhere in the world, as long as you have a computer with an internet connection. As your instructor guides you through the challenging concepts you'll face on your CFA exam, you'll have plenty of chances to contribute your own opinions and ask questions. Your fellow students may also chime in with their input, and this often leads to lively, productive class discussions. You might be confronted with new ideas, and other students might ask questions that help you delve deeper into the course material. Instructors are qualified experts who know this industry extensively, and they bring excellent communication skills to the table. You can also contact your instructor on a one-on-one basis if need be.
How Do I Sign Up For An Austin CFA Class?
Signing up for your Austin CFA class is simple and straightforward, and you can choose from a wide range of flexible scheduling options. Take classes at night, during the day, on the weekend, or during the week. You can even take a class during your lunch break if you're seriously pressed for time! Both two-week and four-week classes are available, and new classes start every month. Working professionals and busy students might appreciate having so many different time slots to choose from. Studying for the CFA can seem like a daunting prospect, but it helps to have an effective educational resource at your disposal. Call Varsity Tutors today, and we'll provide you with all the information you need to book your first Austin CFA class.

Brandon: Austin CFA course instructor
...of Texas McCombs School of Business, and transitioned to a career in finance and manufacturing with Textron Inc. I served in multiple leadership roles within Textron's various business units which included banking and lending, leading a global manufacturing finance division, and serving as a Corporate Controller and Logistics Director. For the past five years, I...
Education & Certification
- Texas Tech University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Information Technology
- The University of Texas at Austin - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Professional Certifications
- Marketing
- Business
- +7 subjects

Brad: Austin CFA course instructor
I enjoy helping students learn material in a way they can remember and apply in future coursework.... Perseverance trumps brilliance every time. Ask questions and work hard, and there's nothing you won't be able to understand.... I would begin by asking a few questions to see where a student is. I would then provide a useful note sheet and go over a refresher of some of the concepts we would be focusing on.
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Macroeconomics
- High School Business
- 11th Grade
- +36 subjects

Andrew: Austin CFA course instructor
...understanding turn on in the student and not just academically but with real-world applicability whenever possible (especially regarding investing). I listen to the student's needs within the context of the exam in question, explain the complex in easy-to-understand terms, and seek feedback. In my other time, I engage in reading (mostly sci-fi), writing/speaking (articles/books) and...
Education & Certification
- The University of Alabama - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
- The University of Alabama - Master of Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- Professional Certifications
- GMAT Verbal
- +8 subjects

Joe: Austin CFA course instructor
...students with the Finance-related questions. Also, I have passed all sections of CPA exams, and I am confident in solving accounting related problems. Quickbooks is the concentration of my professional practice. I am a QuickBooks Pro-advisor and I am ready to help clients with the software as well related accounting issues. Insurance license exam is...
Education & Certification
- Capital University - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
- Fordham University - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Exam FM - Financial Mathematics
- CPA
- Insurance License
- +33 subjects

Daniel: Austin CFA course instructor
Learn from a finance industry professional with nearly 2 decades of experience. Formally trained in Economics with an MBA in Finance. I am also a CFA Charterholder. My talent in explaining difficult concepts easy to understand!
Education & Certification
- Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Series 6
- Series 7
- Series 3
- +10 subjects

Frederic: Austin CFA course instructor
...University of Pennsylvania. I also am a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with extensive experience in the financial and investment industries. Before entering industry, I was an Assistant Professor of Economics at Rutgers University. I have a passion for helping make complex topics understandable to students and applying concepts to real life situations.
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- University of Pennsylvania - Doctor of Philosophy, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- Intermediate Accounting
- Microeconomics
- +28 subjects

Christopher: Austin CFA course instructor
...economics while later adding in more detail and computational abilities as the students progress. While I also tutor other subjects including Spanish and College English, I have found working with professionals seeking designations or motivated college business students looking to get ahead to be a great fit for me. I look forward to helping you...
Education & Certification
- Middle Tennessee State University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- Series 65
- Business Writing
- +139 subjects

Albert: Austin CFA course instructor
...strongest subjects are GMAT, GRE, and SAT. I am particularly good at coaching Maths, Verbal, and Writing skills. Within the past one year working with Varsity Tutors, I helped over 30 students achieve high GRE (160+ on each section) and GMAT (650+) scores. I'm currently studying at Columbia University. I have an MBA degree from...
Education & Certification
- Wuhan University - Bachelor in Arts, Broadcast Journalism
- University of California-Los Angeles - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Series 63
- Series 65
- Series 7
- +46 subjects

Brendan Daniel : Austin CFA course instructor
...(and interns), I have taught solidity, python, CFA level 1 and 2 material, Series 7, 63, and 65. I have also taught financial modeling, smart contract development, data analysis, and machine learning model development in python. (CFA material includes micro/macro economics, financial statement analysis, equity/fixed income valuation, derivatives, portfolio management and theory, alternative investments, and...
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Series 52
- CPA
- Series 39
- +61 subjects

Cheryl: Austin CFA course instructor
...as an Adjunct Professor. I have experience teaching in person and online. I believe in helping students get from point A to point B and making sure that they understand their subject areas of focus. I am a hands on coaching through encouragement type of tutor. I use 7 different formats to reach the students...
Education & Certification
- Atlanta Metropolitan College - Associates, Mathematics
- American InterContinental University-Atlanta - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- ACCUPLACER College-Level Math
- Managerial Accounting
- Middle School Math
- +42 subjects
Education & Certification
- Providence College - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- College Algebra
- Macroeconomics
- Business
- +30 subjects

Tim: Austin CFA course instructor
I am a tutor with experience in Finance, Accounting and Economics. I am happy to help students learn and advance their professional and academic careers. Personally, I am married with three kids. I teach online in the subjects mentioned above. While working professionally in finance is my occupation, teaching is what I truly love.
Education & Certification
- Missouri State University-Springfield - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- Maryville University of Saint Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Business and Managerial Economics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- Series 7
- Business Statistics
- +32 subjects

Timothy: Austin CFA course instructor
...a deep passion for mathematical applications to financial and economic analyses. Comes with a proven successful history of rising in duties and responsibilities throughout career. Have worked within investment and actuarial consulting firms. Able to analyze market data to support valuation conclusions primarily related to equity and debt investments. Several years of experience performing valuation...
Education & Certification
- Illinois State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- Exam LTAM - Long-Term Actuarial Mathematics
- Exam P - Probability
- +15 subjects

Jason: Austin CFA course instructor
...my teaching style is conversational. I am a certified public accountant and chartered financial analyst. I enjoy teaching others about difficult subjects.I have an undergraduate degree in management and accounting and a masters in business with a concentration in accounting. I also have extensive knowledge and experience tutoring macro and micro economics.
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- CTP - Certified Treasury Professional
- CPA
- +35 subjects

Taiwo: Austin CFA course instructor
...any data in a Jupyter Notebook environment. With Python, I will help you identify & classify data, clean/wrangle, predict and interpret data using Matplotlib and/or Pandas visualizations. That's not all, I have a sound knowledge base in GMAT and GRE curriculum, including Analytical Writing Assessment, Quantitative and Verbal Reasoning. I will work with you to...
Education & Certification
- Covenant University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance
- Pace University-New York - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Real Estate License - Virginia
- Real Estate License - Arizona
- Real Estate License - Washington
- +44 subjects

Richard: Austin CFA course instructor
I have been in Finance for 20+ yrs specializing in Investments, Financial Planning and Estate Planning. I enjoy trading, technical analysis and reading/writing about the stock market. I enjoy sharing my years of knowledge and experience with others.
Education & Certification
- Westminster College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- Series 66
- CFP
- +31 subjects

Ann: Austin CFA course instructor
...to the student, particularly that student who doesn't have a strong background in the subject. I have been tutoring and mentoring for many years, and find that my own understanding of a subject is improved with each person I that I teach. I hold a BS in Accounting from the University at Buffalo (SUNY), an...
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- Real Estate License
- Business Writing
- +59 subjects

Christopher: Austin CFA course instructor
...have had extensive experience with the CFA level 1 and 2. The CFA is a professional exam for the gold standard in investment management and analysis. My degree is in financial calculus (management), economics, and entrepreneurship. Professionally I'm a equity trader, software business to business account executive (sales), and small business owner (music and art)....
Education & Certification
- Western Kentucky University - Bachelor of Science, Financial Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Exam FM - Financial Mathematics
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- +49 subjects

Sung Ho: Austin CFA course instructor
I am passionate about teaching and mentoring. I have been teaching students from middle school to college and covered many different subjects including but not limted to pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, statistics, admision exams such as SAT and GRE, various languages such as Korean and Mandarin.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Algebra 2
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +29 subjects

Sreenish: Austin CFA course instructor
A Master's in Financial Analysis from Rutgers University. I have 7+ years of experience in Finance and Technology. Professional Skills: ------------------- Accounting (GAAP) Financial Planning & Analysis Technology (SQL, SAP, SAS, Tableau,R etc.) ERP P&L Management Budgeting & Forecasting Project Management (PMP, AGILE) Risk Management
Education & Certification
- SRES, Pune University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Master of Science, Accounting and Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- PMP
- FRM
- +46 subjects