If you're looking to kickstart your career as a securities industry professional, Varsity Tutors can set you up with an Austin SIE prep program designed to prepare you for the Securities Industries Essentials Exam. Also known as the Essentials Exam or the SIE, this is a comprehensive assessment that covers a number of financial topics. Anyone planning to work in securities is required to pass the SIE and qualification exams before they can participate in the industry. It's common for students studying finance at top schools like the University of Texas and Baylor University to get an early start for their SIE studies so that they're able to establish their careers as soon as possible. Regardless of whether you're a student in these schools or if you're a student at all, you can get the same top-level assistance by registering for an Austin SIE prep class or working privately with a personal instructor.
What concepts will be covered during Austin SIE prep?
There are two types of programs that you have to choose from: an Austin SIE prep course or private tutoring. Both are designed to help prepare you for the actual exam, so the topics covered in the programs are relatively similar in spite of the different study methods. Let's look a little deeper at what you can expect from an SIE prep program.
The SIE is a multiple-choice assessment that covers basic and complex financial topics. It consists of 75 questions, which you're given 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete. You need to score 70 percent or higher to pass the exam, which can be difficult for students who struggle with standardized tests. One of the concepts that prep programs can cover is test-taking skills. Instructors can help you learn how to mentally and academically prepare for test day, reducing your chances of performing poorly because of stress or confusion.
Along with helping you become ready for the test itself, the prep courses also cover the content you'll encounter on the exam. Everything that's fundamental to working in the securities industry, including the functions of regulatory agencies, prohibited practices, and the structure of the security industry markets will be broken down in the prep programs.
What are the benefits of the different types of Austin SIE prep?
First and foremost, the benefit of registering for Austin SIE prep is being able to prepare for a major professional exam in an engaging and interactive study environment. With that said, both methods of instruction have their own benefits which you should consider before choosing the right program for you.
If you enjoy classroom collaboration, you should check out the Austin SIE prep class. These classes are held online via our Live Learning Platform, under the guidance of a professional instructor. Here, you'll use video chat and virtual whiteboards to study important concepts related to the SIE, like hedge funds, REITs, and direct participation programs. Because you're learning in an online classroom, you'll be participating with other pupils also preparing for the assessment. This gives you the chance to work with your peers, sharing information and partnering up to solve problems and dig deeper into the coursework. Many students who've studied in this environment have found teamwork to be one of the most effective ways to prepare for an exam.
If you're looking for something a bit more personal, you can also work privately with an Austin SIE tutor. Private lessons are a great way to pursue specific goals. Because your private instructor is able to create a curriculum specifically for you, they're better equipped to assist you with key areas. For example, if you're struggling to memorize concepts from your anti-money laundering (AML) chapter, they can spend extra time going over this topic, providing you with in-depth explanations and meaningful examples.
How can I get set up with Austin SIE preparation?
If you're ready for a new way to study that prioritizes engagement and meaningful interactions, we're ready to help. All you have to do is contact Varsity Tutors and speak with one of our academic consultants about the available Austin SIE prep programs. They're happy to answer any questions you have and can even assist you with choosing the right program for your personality, goals, and preferred learning styles.
Don't put your future on hold another day longer. Give us a call today and we'll enroll you in the next SIE prep course or assist you with finding a qualified tutor who's able to accommodate your busy schedule.
Kristin: Austin SIE test prep instructor
I just obtained my licenses within the last year: 6, 63, 66, 7. While my employer provided me with the books, I was not given study support which I think would have been incredibly helpful to me. I look forward to helping you pass on your first try!
Education & Certification
- Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Special Products Marketing Operations
- Lewis University - Masters in Business Administration, Agricultural Business
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Professional Certifications
- Series 63
- Series 7
- +1 subjects
John: Austin SIE test prep instructor
My name is John Walker. I am a seasoned veteran in the financial and insurance industries. I look forward to putting my personal experience, education, and training to work for you. I hope to work with up-and-coming professionals to ensure you meet and exceed your goals!
Education & Certification
- Florida State College at Jacksonville - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 9
- CFP
- Other
- +10 subjects
Braden: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...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 help you!
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Chemical Engineer, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- AP Calculus AB
- Algebra 2
- AP Microeconomics
- +64 subjects
Kevin: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...succeed and realize their own potential with improved confidence, grades and test scores. Because I have over 20 years of "real life" professional experience and have traveled extensively, I am able to provide you real life examples to help understand the value of learning the topics I tutor you with. I specialize in tutoring a broad range of subjects with a focus on math, science, history, government, geography, accounting, finance and related business topics. One...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Washington University in St Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Math
- Series 3
- Pre-Algebra
- +41 subjects
Mary: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...Chicago with a peer group. We were close-knit, collaborative and hand-picked for what would be a rigorous and unique learning experience to set a foundation for our respective quantitative trading roles. I became a market maker, providing liquidity to the public orders, a specialist, keeping an orderly book of all public orders, and floor manager, overseeing the daily operations. The environment was dynamic, highly demanding, requiring laser focus, preparation and stamina. An integral member of...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 23
- Series 57
- Middle School Writing
- +94 subjects
Zechariah: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...degree in economics, am currently pursuing a Master's degree in the same subject, hold the Series 7 and Series 66 licenses, and have earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation. I am trying to be a life-long learner. We need more people committed to personal and professional growth and development. If I can help support that development by passing on a bit of knowledge, it would be my great pleasure to do so.
Education & Certification
- Oregon State University - Bachelor of Science, Economics
- University of Missouri-Columbia - Master of Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- Series 79
- +10 subjects
Nancy: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...with an MBA, and as former investment banker with many years of experience there (now retired), I enjoy teaching finance, accounting, and econ as well as the various secrutities licensing tests. But my avocations are history and literature and I love teaching them as well--whether through assisting with regular school homework and test preparation, or through SAT/ACT prep, or through AP/SAT subject test prep in English Literature, Human Geography, or American or World History.
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Harvard Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- MBA
- ISEE- Upper Level
- Elementary School Reading
- +80 subjects
Jose: Austin SIE test prep instructor
I am finishing up my degree at UTA in International Business. I have studied Spanish, French, German, and Mandarin. I have worked on translations and cultural adaptation. I also have experience working in the finance sector as an intern. I am currently studying for the LSAT and will be applying to law schools within the next couple of months. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends, learning languages, painting, and reading.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- Management
- Middle School Writing
- +99 subjects
Ben: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...businesses by taking complex (and often confusing) financial subject matter and breaking them down into simple steps. I've always been passionate about learning, and I believe any subject (yes, even the "boring" ones) if given proper care and attention can bring a profound sense of achievement and meaning to our lives. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics, Business, Writing, and History. In my spare time, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Lee University - Bachelor of Science, Health Services Administration
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Graduate Level Biology
- High School Level American History
- Other
- +45 subjects
Warren: Austin SIE test prep instructor
I have enjoyed and prospered for 40 years in the security industry. If I can help another person have the same success then I have truly accomplished something. I attended the University of Illinois but my life education is from experience running brokerage and registered in vestment advisory firms. My approach to training starts with an understanding of the individuals needs from there we can structure an approach around the unique needs of each individual.
Education & Certification
- college off financial planning - Associate in Arts, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 4
- Series 24
- Series 27
- +17 subjects
David: Austin SIE test prep instructor
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 63
- Other
- Series 7
- +16 subjects
Donald: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...Academy challenged me in ways I did not know where possible. I was tested every single day mentally, morally, and physically. The Naval Academy is an Engineering school and all students are required to take dozens of credits of technical STEM courses to include thermodynamics, electrical engineering, cyber security, physics, chemistry, calculus, and computer systems engineering. Not only was I pushed academically but I was pushed as a leader. You are expected to develop your...
Education & Certification
- United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science, History
- Louisiana State University-Shreveport - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- College English
- Middle School Reading
- Professional Certifications
- +35 subjects
Isaiah: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...I passed the series 6 exam in May of 2018. Two weeks later I passed the Series 63. A month later I passed the Series 26. In February of 2019 I passed the Series 65. All together it took me about 6 months to study and pass all exams. Now, I actively tutor in all exams. I provide reading material, notes, and test questions for each student during each session. My mission is to help...
Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Alabama State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Middle School Math
- Pre-Calculus
- GED Math
- +29 subjects
Teneshia: Austin SIE test prep instructor
I have studied for and past 4 different FINRA exams through Kaplan. Kaplan has given me the knowledge of understanding how the test questions are formatted, tips and tricks to remembering certain topics as well as handy cheat sheets for formulas. I also know what content yu should focus heavily on and which content may not be tested.
Education & Certification
- North Carolina A T State University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 53
- Professional Certifications
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- +5 subjects
Christian: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...Chapel Hill, where I received a Bachelor of Arts with a double in Economics with Highest Honors and Russian. During my senior year, I wrote a Thesis surrounding how EU and US sanctions affected wages within the Russian labor market and am currently aiming to publish my research. Since graduation, I have received my Series 7, Series 63, and SIE certificates in order to work as a Financial Professional. Furthermore, I am currently aiming to...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Writing
- AP Macroeconomics
- Business
- +25 subjects
Dennis: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...finance, investments, FINRA licenses (SIE, Series 7 and 24). Practitioner and teacher, bonds and stock, trader, analyst and writer. I started at the NY brokerage firm Bear Stearns at 17 years old and earned some licenses along the way (7, 63, 55 and 24 supervisory principal). Life is easiest when armed with a variety of skill sets. So learn a little of everything but specialize in something that you feel like learning, even if there...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Languages
- High School Accounting
- International Business
- +48 subjects
Jahlen: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...to the best of his abilities. Currently, specializes in tutoring the SIE exam, Series 6, Series 63. Tutors in a style that establishes a bridge between the material and common terms that 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...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Purchase College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Professional Certifications
- Series 6
- Insurance License
- +1 subjects
Hal: Austin SIE test prep instructor
...my methods to their needs, and inspire them to succeed. I enjoyed a nearly thirty-year career in financial services where I worked as a financial planner, wire-house broker (stockbroker), trust advisor, and wealth advisor. I worked the broker-dealer channel, the bank channel, and the independent channel. I developed and took an introducing brokerage firm through the entire FINRA (then NASD) creation and registration process. I attended what was then a week-long Brokers Option Course at...
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Advertising
- Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- +109 subjects
Joseph Fon: Austin SIE test prep instructor
As a wealth management professional, I have learned that my personal success is tied to how well I succeed in managing my clients wealth and that my success is tied to their success. As their wealth increases, so too does my satisfaction, happiness and compensation. As a Varsity Instructor, I will maintain the same values even though there will be no assets to manage.
Education & Certification
- University of New Orleans - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- University of Alabama - Master of Science, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- A Level French
- Test Prep
- A Level
- +5 subjects
Vincent : Austin SIE test prep instructor
...Advisor, MBA Graduate, and Lifelong Learner. I have successfully taken and passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), the General Securities Representative (Series 7), the Uniform Securities Agent State Law (Series 63), and the Uniform Investment Advisor Law (Series 65) examinations. Due to my experience in financial services, I will be able to incorporate real-world examples into my sessions in order to help students grasp and understand the material at hand. Let's get started!
Education & Certification
- University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics
- Georgian Court University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- College Business
- Economics
- High School Business
- +14 subjects