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.
Brandy: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...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
- Professional Certifications
- Series 63
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +1 subjects
Isaiah: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...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. I passed the series 6 exam in May of 2018. Two weeks later I passed the Series 63. A month later I...
Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Alabama State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- High School Biology
- Series 26
- History
- +29 subjects
Johnathan: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...Commissioner's Office, working on neighborhood policing policy citywide. I have helped hundreds of people gain access to housing, jobs, hygiene, criminal justice reform, and affordable health care. In 2016 I was appointed by the Governor of New York State to be a local board member on the Selective Service Board in my neighborhood. By now I had traveled to China, Italy, Spain, England, the Caribbean, Canada, Mexico, and Germany, not to mention I had picked...
Education & Certification
- Rider University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Police Science
- Fordham University - Master of Laws, Prelaw Studies
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Government
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- High School Economics
- +36 subjects
Joseph Fon: Buffalo 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
- Series 6
- Professional Certifications
- A Level French
- +5 subjects
DeSean: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...students, because I was a student once. During undergraduate, I tutored students in Statistics and College Algebra. I completed my undergraduate with a B.S.B.A. in Personal Financial Planning, a B.S.B.A. in Finance, and a B.A. in Communication Studies. I do not like micromanagement, although I do believe a tutor and student should have a vested interest to benefit the student. In my free time, I enjoy long walks with my wife and playing the alto....
Education & Certification
- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Financial Planning
- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Professional Certifications
- Calculus
- German 1
- +13 subjects
Barrett: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...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
- Legal Writing
- Series 26
- Professional Certifications
- +20 subjects
Peter: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...you help others with their finances and make money doing so. These licenses are so valuable, that you have the potential to make as much money, if not more money than doctors and lawyers. You do not need a secondary degree, you just need to pass the tests. You would want me as at tutor mainly because of my experience. My expertise is in OPTIONS and MARGIN. I started a broker-dealer from scratch, was a...
Education & Certification
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
- California University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 63
- Series 10
- Series 79
- +18 subjects
David: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Other
- SAT
- Series 7
- +16 subjects
Kim: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...constantly in order to maintain my skill set. To this very day, I work upwards of 18 hours per day, 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...
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
- Study Skills
- AP English Language and Composition
- AP Macroeconomics
- +44 subjects
Scot: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...financial advisor in 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...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 10
- Series 65
- Series 16
- +12 subjects
Brendan Daniel : Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...the practical application of subjects to education. What you are learning isn't all theory, after all. I'll have accomplished my job if I can be a foundational block to getting you closer to your goal. I graduated with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Economics. Since graduation, I worked in asset management as a portfolio manager while pursuing my CFA, and recently founded my own firm. Currently, I am a level 3 CFA...
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Macroeconomics
- Managerial Accounting
- Series 3
- +61 subjects
Gabriel: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
I am a graduate of the Darla Moore School of Business in South Carolina. Since then I have worked as a paraplanner and assistant to financial advisors.
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Productivity
- Series 7
- High School Business
- +21 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
- Other
- Series 10
- CPA
- +10 subjects
Harrison: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
Hello, My name is Harrison and I am an economics major at the University of Pennsylvania from Philadelphia. I have experience tutoring in economics, statistics, algebra/pre-calc, and introductory calculus. I typically have the most availability during evening and weekend hours, but will always work to try and work with any schedule. If interested, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Technology and Coding
- Math
- Pre-Calculus
- +20 subjects
Zachary: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...was put through a TD Ameritrade's training program to pass the Series 7 and Series 63 Licenses. The program I have learned is designed specifically to teach you the information you need to know to pass and skip out on all the fluff. I have a vast understanding of the "test world" concepts and their real world applications. If you are looking for a tutor who can break down the concepts into an easy to...
Education & Certification
- Troy University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Finance
- Series 28
- Series 7
- +11 subjects
Vincent : Buffalo 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
- Math
- Statistics
- Series 7
- +14 subjects
Braden: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...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 can't wait for...
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Chemical Engineer, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- AP Statistics
- Business
- Biomechanics
- +64 subjects
Richard: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
I am an Investment Banker specializing in Healthcare and Manufacturing both for Capital Raises and Buy and Sell side.
Education & Certification
- Purdue University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
- Indiana University - Master of Science, Public Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 22
- Series 7
- College Business
- +20 subjects
Mary: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...the Philadelphia Stock Exchange trading single stock options and futures. My training began in the trading pit, side by side senior traders for whom I would be responsible for tracking delta positions, hedging trades, communicating with the partners, and learning options theory to prepare for a three-week intensive in house options course in Chicago with a peer group. We were close-knit, collaborative and hand-picked for what would be a rigorous and unique learning experience to...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 4
- Econometrics
- Series 55
- +95 subjects
Sarah: Buffalo SIE test prep instructor
...find a strategy that is unique to you and your needs. We'll start with a study calendar that charts out your time to the exam, and how best to utilize your time based on your circumstances, learning style, and needs. Whether you need a sounding board to confirm your understanding, visual aids, practice quizzes, or mini lessons, we'll find the strategies that get you to your "ah-ha" moment! I also dedicate time to test-taking techniques,...
Education & Certification
- Texas Tech University - Bachelor of Science, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 79
- Professional Certifications
- Series 24
- +9 subjects