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.

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...deeply rewarding. Helping another human connect ideas is something which is hard to describe - a person has to experience it to understand. It's also one of the best ways to learn and solidify concepts in your own mind. This, at least, has been my experience. I know how hard it can be to be a student as well, and the value of having some help from time to time. I have a Bachelor's degree...
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 86
- Series 7
- +7 subjects

Braden: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...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 the opportunity...
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Chemical Engineer, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- CLEP College Mathematics
- Business Statistics
- Microeconomics
- +64 subjects

Hal: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...Investment Advisor, Regulation 144 Specialist, Retirement Planning Specialist, Certified Senior Advisor, and a variety of other qualifications. In 2019, as I began tutoring and realized that it had been decades since I originally passed my securities licensing exams, I took the Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE), and retook the Uniform Investment Adviser Law Exam (Series 65), and the National Commodities Futures Exam (Series 3), passing each on a single sitting. Over the past two years,...
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- CLEP Principles of Management
- Technology and Computer Science
- Business
- +98 subjects

Warren: Cincinnati 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 99
- +14 subjects

Christian: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...a graduate of the University of North Carolina at 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...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Economics
- Test Prep
- AP Microeconomics
- +20 subjects

Dennis: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...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 will be no test or recognition. Your education is really for...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- French
- Series 55
- Other
- +48 subjects

Teneshia: Cincinnati 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 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 63
- Series 79
- +5 subjects

Joseph Fon: Cincinnati 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
- Test Prep
- Series 6
- Series 22
- +5 subjects

Kevin: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...a broad range of subjects with a focus on math, science, history, government, geography, accounting, finance and related business topics. One of my goals for each tutoring session is to keep the student engaged and challenged yet not overwhelmed. I use a number of teaching methods, including practice questions and topical computer related tools. I often ask for feedback and appreciate candid communication. I try to be flexible with my time. To ensure that we...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Washington University in St Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Cost Analysis
- Series 79
- CPA
- +41 subjects

Vincent : Cincinnati 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
- Economics
- Series 65
- Econometrics
- +14 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 9
- History
- Series 6
- +16 subjects

Nancy: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...subjects. As a college economics major 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,...
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Harvard Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- ISEE-Middle Level Verbal Reasoning
- College Application Essays
- College Level American Literature
- +80 subjects

John: Cincinnati 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
- CFP
- Series 65
- Professional Certifications
- +10 subjects

Jose: Cincinnati 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
- Middle School Reading
- AP Microeconomics
- College Economics
- +93 subjects

Isaiah: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...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 students achieve a level of confidence based on knowledge, test...
Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Alabama State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Science
- Calculus 2
- Environmental Science
- +29 subjects

Donald: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...began my MBA with a concentration in finance shortly after from LSUS. It was at this point that I knew that I wanted to make finance a career. I currently hold the Chartered Financial Consultant and Retirement Income Certified Professional Designations. I also have great experience preparing others for the SIE, Series 65, and Life, Health, and Accident Insurance Examinations. I am excited to get to know you and your goals and desires!
Education & Certification
- United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science, History
- Louisiana State University-Shreveport - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Business
- Elementary School Reading
- Math
- +35 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Essex - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 65
- Basic Computer Literacy
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +9 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 66
- Series 63
- Series 7
- +1 subjects

Ben: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Lee University - Bachelor of Science, Health Services Administration
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Series 63
- Personal Finance
- +45 subjects

Jahlen: Cincinnati SIE test prep instructor
...vibrant, and enthusiastic tutor that is dedicated to tutoring 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...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Purchase College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Insurance License
- Series 63
- Series 6
- +1 subjects