If you are planning to take the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE or Essentials) Exam, Varsity Tutors can connect you with private Cincinnati SIE prep. Whether you are a student at Xavier University or a professional looking to take the SIE to get into the securities field, professional test preparation might be just what you need to work towards passing the test. There are a variety of concepts covered on the SIE and keeping on top of all of them can prove challenging. Working with somebody to prepare you for the exam can help keep all the topics fresh in your mind so you can feel ready to tackle the exam.
What material will be covered by Cincinnati SIE prep?
The Securities Industry Essentials, or SIE, exam is a test that prospective securities industry professionals take to show they have knowledge of the fundamentals of the securities industry. These fundamentals include knowing the types of products and their risks, knowledge of regulatory industries and their functions, and prohibited practices. Additionally, the SIE will test a variety of specific topics related to the securities industry, such as types of markets, international economic factors, and hedge funds, to name but a few. The SIE alone does not qualify an individual for registration with a FINRA member firm or to engage in the securities business, but passing the SIE is required along with passing a qualifying exam for a member firm. Therefore, passing the SIE is important no matter what you plan to do in the securities industry.
In addition to knowing the material on the SIE, knowing the format of the exam can be important. The SIE is a multiple-choice test that consists of 75 questions. You will have an hour and 45 minutes to complete the exam, and in order to pass you need to get 70% or better of the questions correct. The exam is split into 4 sections: Knowledge Of Capital Markets, which comprises 16% of the exam questions; Understanding Products And Their Risks, which comprises 44%; Understanding Trading, Customer Accounts and Prohibited Activities, which account for 31% of the test; and Overview of Regulatory Framework, which make up 9% of the test questions. Cincinnati SIE prep can help you familiarize yourself with the sections of the test and which of these areas to put the most emphasis on.
What are the different types of Cincinnati SIE prep and the benefits of each?
Varsity Tutors can set you up with two different types of prep: online courses or private tutoring. Most people respond better to one or the other, and some students choose both. Each provides different benefits
If you prefer a traditional classroom setting with a teacher and fellow classmates, then a Cincinnati SIE prep class might be for you. You and your classmates attend a virtual class using video chat and a virtual whiteboard through our Live Learning Platform. You will interact with fellow students and your instructor just like in a traditional classroom. If you enjoy a collaborative experience with other people, then this option might be for you. You can share knowledge with your classmates, and they can help you out when there's something you are having difficulty with. Your instructor is also there to guide the class and answer questions you might have.
If you'd like private instruction over a group setting, then a Cincinnati SIE tutor might be more to your liking. Unlike in a group setting, with private instruction, all the focus is on what you want to study. Your instructor can learn what style of teaching you respond to best and focus on that style so you can learn things more easily. The pace at which the sessions go is also dictated by you. You can spend longer on topics that you need extra help with, and you can move onto other topics when you understand a topic thoroughly.
How do I get set up with Cincinnati SIE preparation?
Regardless of if you prefer a group setting with classes or individual instruction, your prep will be guided by an instructor who is highly qualified and knowledgeable about the SIE. Scheduling is flexible and with your Cincinnati SIE prep course being online, finding a time to work a course into your schedule will likely be easy. Similarly, if you prefer private one-on-one instruction, you can set up online tutoring at a time that is convenient for you, and you can attend from anywhere you have an internet connection. If you prefer in-person instruction face-to-face instead, this can be arranged too. You can meet your private Cincinnati SIE tutor at a convenient location of your choosing, be that on the campus of the University of Cincinnati or a local coffee shop. Varsity Tutors can set you up with Cincinnati SIE prep so give us a call.
Nancy: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
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- Florida International University - Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business
Subject Expertise
- SIE
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- University of upper Iowa - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Math
- CFP
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- +36 subjects
Mary: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 72
- Business
- Series 79
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Krista: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Financial Accounting
- Series 7
- College Accounting
- +18 subjects
Kristin: Cincinnati 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
- Series 63
- Series 7
- Professional Certifications
- +1 subjects
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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
- Technology and Coding
- Basic Computer Literacy
- English
- +14 subjects
James: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- University of Mount Union - Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management
- Walden University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- High School Writing
- Series 6
- High School English
- +32 subjects
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
- High School Writing
- Professional Certifications
- Writing
- +12 subjects
John: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
- New York University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- C++
- Graduate Test Prep
- Series 9
- +36 subjects
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
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- Economics
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Education & Certification
- Bellevue University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Professional Certifications
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +1 subjects
Gabriel: Cincinnati 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
- College Math
- Business Statistics
- High School Economics
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Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Professional Certifications
- GED
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Education & Certification
- Florida State College at Jacksonville - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 66
- Series 9
- CPA
- +10 subjects
Jennifer: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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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
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- Insurance License
- Professional Certifications
- +3 subjects
Zachary: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Troy University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Economics
- Series 65
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- +11 subjects
Michael: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 55
- Painting
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Financial Accounting
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- Series 63
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David: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- SIE
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