Whether you are a student at the University at Buffalo or you simply need a refresher course before you take the SIE Exam, Varsity Tutors can set you up with the Buffalo SIE prep that best suits your needs and your learning style. The SIE Exam is required of anybody who wishes to become a securities industry professional, and preparing for it on your own can be a challenge. That is why anybody can benefit from enrolling in a Buffalo SIE prep class or finding a Buffalo SIE tutor that works best for them.
What Topics Are Covered by Buffalo SIE Prep?
The SIE (or Securities Industry Essentials) Exam is taken by prospective securities industry professionals. Also known simply as the Essentials Exam, the SIE Exam covers concepts and ideas that are important for anybody to learn if they wish to work in the securities industry. Some of these topics include the types of products you are likely to work with, how different regulatory agencies work, and prohibited activities. It is important to note that passing the SIE Exam is only one step in becoming registered with a FINRA member firm and being able to engage in the securities business. In order to become registered, to engage in the industry, you must also pass a qualification exam appropriate for the type of business you wish to engage in.
The SIE Exam itself is a multiple choice exam. You will have 1 hour and 45 minutes to answer 75 questions. You will need to correctly answer at least 70 percent of the questions to earn a passing score. Some of the topics that may be covered in the exam include types of markets, business economic factors, international economic factors, investment returns, corporate actions, orders and strategies, and prohibited activities. A Buffalo SIE preparation course or individual instruction can cover these topics and otherwise help you prepare for the exam.
What are the Advantages of Each Type of Buffalo SIE Prep?
Varsity Tutors can set you up with two different types of Buffalo SIE Prep. The first is an SIE prep course with other students, and the second involves tutoring sessions with a private instructor. Each option has its advantages, and some students opt for both of them, but most will choose one or the other. If you enroll in a Buffalo SIE prep course, you will be placed in a virtual classroom with other students who are also preparing for the SIE Exam. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with them as you all study the course material, which will allow you to receive assistance if you are having trouble understanding certain concepts as well as provide assistance to others. You might even learn about some concepts that might otherwise fly under your radar if you were to study the material on your own. If you need extra help, you can also contact your instructor for some one-on-one instruction as well.
One of the biggest benefits of enrolling in a Buffalo SIE prep class is that the classes are all online. As long as you have a stable Internet connection, you will be able to attend class from anywhere. You will still need to adhere to a schedule if you want to get the most out of the class, but not having to commute to a physical classroom makes the classes themselves far more convenient. New sessions open up regularly, so you will be able to find an online Buffalo SIE prep class that works for you when you are ready to enroll.
If you would rather receive private instruction as you prepare for your SIE Exam, we can also set you up with a Buffalo SIE tutor. Much like the online courses, these private instructors will be able to communicate with you online when it is most convenient for you. They will also allow you to work at a pace with which you are comfortable and tailor their lessons to your own learning style. This can allow you to focus on the areas where you need the most improvement with the help of someone who will give you their undivided attention.
How Do I Get Started with Buffalo SIE Preparation?
Whether you decide to enroll in a Buffalo SIE prep course or seek out a private instructor, Varsity Tutors will be able to help you find the solution that works for you. To learn more about how to get started, contact us today. We will be more than happy to answer your questions.
Derek: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...approach to learning is to prepare the students while keeping it fun. I have 18 years Financial Services experience as both a retail financial advisor as well as a wholesaler, Sales Manager and Insurance broker. One of the things I try to teach all my students is how to approach the exam. I've been fortunate to pass every professional exam I've taken the first time and I teach my students the same process I used...
Education & Certification
- Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Communication, General
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Series 26
- Series 66
- +7 subjects
Hal: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world, said Nelson Mandela. I believe that curiosity and education are key to individual growth and personal freedom in all aspects of life; that teachers can have a lasting impact on students and that each generation can build upon the knowledge and experience of the preceding one so that individuals can help society evolve into a more just and equitable place. I believe that the...
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Business
- CLEP Principles of Microeconomics
- College Economics
- +86 subjects
Dennis: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...trader and analyst turned teacher of basic and advanced managerial accounting, 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...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Professional Certifications
- +48 subjects
Isaiah: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...am a graduate of Alabama State University, where I received my Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics. Currently, I am in my last semester of finishing up my Master's Degree in Mathematics. For four years I taught math in Montgomery Public School system (Montgomery, AL). The subjects ranged from pre-algebra to calculus. I taught grades 6th, 9th, 10th, 11th, & 12th. During my last year of teaching high school, I began studying for FINRA Series 6 exam....
Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Alabama State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Finite Mathematics
- Pre-Calculus
- Social Studies
- +28 subjects
Mary: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...where I priced, hedged, executed, and made markets on OTC derivatives, structured product and warrants held by the coveted AAA balance sheet. This multi-year experience proved to be mutually beneficial both to my professional career, as it was for the bank's global securities businesses (particularly US Equities and Swiss Treasury) that I diligently represented resulting in increasing customer business and attractive risk adjusted return on capital (RAROC). My career trajectory continued to expand beyond US...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- High School Accounting
- Series 17
- Business
- +91 subjects
Kristin: Buffalo 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
Warren: Buffalo 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
- Test Prep
- Series 4
- Series 22
- +14 subjects
Braden: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...am a recent Chemical Engineering graduate 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Chemical Engineer, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Geometry
- Middle School Math
- English
- +64 subjects
Teneshia: Buffalo 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
- Series 63
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- +5 subjects
Vincent : Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...am a Financial 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...
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
- Math
- College Business
- Series 63
- +14 subjects
Kevin: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...a Mensa member, CPA (Certified Public Accountant), MBA and inventive Patent Holder with the US Patent Office, I know that learning is a great investment. My passion for teaching comes from a life long passion for learning. Im a Masters Degree graduate of Washington University in St. Louis (Olin School of Business: Finance emphasis) and also received my Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Truman State University. Both students and parents say that I help...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Washington University in St Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Business
- Accounting
- Other
- +40 subjects
David: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Other
- Series 9
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +16 subjects
Sebastian: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
I'm here to help you pass in a fun way. I have over 20 years of Wall Street experience. I have worked as a trader, analyst, investment product specialist, portfolio manager and investment strategist.
Education & Certification
- University of Essex - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- CFA
- Series 6
- +8 subjects
John: Buffalo 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
- Series 65
- Other
- +10 subjects
Richard: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...was a registered rep with Charles Schwab for 8 1/2 years, and I have been a FINRA license exam instructor and tutor for about 7 years with RegEd and A.D. Banker, and recently with Exam FX. We can work over the phone, but I prefer Skype or Google Hangouts which lets me share a PowerPoint presentation. Besides explaining test topics to you, I'll ask you to explain them to me, because I know when you...
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Professional Certifications
- Series 7
- +1 subjects
Joshua: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
I am a University of Michigan graduate that studied Economics. I enjoy tutoring students in Macro and Microeconomics, as well as Finance, upper level Econ courses and Statistics.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Computer Programming
- Microsoft Office
- Algebra
- +51 subjects
Greg: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
Financial professional with a background in brokerage, trading and mutual funds. I have actually passed the Series 7 and 63 twice. So I can help with subject matter knowledge, exam preparation and understanding test questions.
Education & Certification
- University of Kentucky - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Test Prep
- Series 63
- Other
- +2 subjects
Alexia: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
I believe in practicing until you get it right and that anyone can be successful if they have the right plan. You have to believe it to achieve it!
Education & Certification
- Howard University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- New York University - Master of Arts, African Studies
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Other
- Series 63
- Series 7
- +2 subjects
Jim: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...have been in the securities industry for over 20 years and have a good understanding of many different areas. I will do my best to help the student by simplifying the material and using everyday tasks as examples. Exams I have taken (and passed on the first try): Series 7 (General Securities), Series 24 (General Securities Principal), Series 4 (Registered Options Principal), Series 27 (Financial and Operations Principal), Series 53 (Municipal Securities Principal), Series 66...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Series 63
- Business
- +16 subjects
Drake: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
I have a passion for understanding the vast world of knowledge in subject areas such as accounting, finance, and real estate. I enjoying sharing that understanding with anyone I can in my pursuit to becoming a professional. I have my studies set on passing the CPA and CFP exams in the near future, and I'd love to share all of my study techniques and strategies that I have learned over the years.
Education & Certification
- Central Michigan University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- Technology and Computer Science
- Financial Accounting
- +17 subjects