As you prepare for a career in the securities industry, reach out to Varsity Tutors to enroll in a Cleveland SIE course. The SIE, or the Securities Industry Essentials Exam, is a test designed for prospective securities industry professionals. This exam covers concepts that are fundamental to working in the industry, including the types of products and their risks, regulatory agencies and their functions, prohibited practices, and the structure of markets. The SIE is one of the examinations required to register with a FINRA member firm or to engage in the securities business. The second step of this testing process is a qualification exam, which varies depending on the specific type of business you wish to engage in, for example, the Series 7, Series 22, Series 52, or Series 79 exam. No matter where you are in the process of preparing for these exams, Varsity Tutors can connect you to a Cleland SIE prep course.
What are some areas that a Cleveland SIE class covers?
The SIE is designed to test individuals on their understanding of the securities industry. This 1 hour and 45-minute exam includes 75 multiple choice questions related to various industry topics. Some of these topics include business economic factors, equity securities, hedge funds, municipal fund securities, and so on. In order to pass the SIE, a test-taker must earn a 70 percent or higher.
Some people struggle with exams like the SIE because of the pressure associated with these tests. If your goal is to perform your best on the SIE, consider contacting Varsity Tutors to enroll in a Cleveland SIE class. By doing so, you can receive guided assistance when working through your study materials. Whether you're overwhelmed by exchange-traded products, struggling to understand anti-money laundering, or want to deepen your understanding of investment returns, an SIE class can help you feel more comfortable and confident.
Each Cleveland SIE class is lead by a professional and skilled instructor. Your instructor not only understands the SIE and its contents, but they understand how to help students of all skill levels learn. During each SIE class, you can communicate with your instructor in real time and ask questions throughout the lesson to be sure you're grasping the content. Not only can asking questions help you, but doing so can also help your peers who may have similar questions. You can interact with your instructor, as well as your peers, for the most beneficial learning experience possible. If you are the type of student who learns best in groups, an SIE class is for you.
How can I enroll in a Cleveland SIE course?
Whether you're a student at Cleveland State University or a working professional, you can study for the SIE in a way that is most convenient for your needs. At Varsity Tutors, we understand that SIE students are busy. You may be studying for finals at Case Western Reserve University or spending your days at your full-time job. Even though your schedule is packed, there's always time for an SIE course. Courses meet on your watch, meaning you don't have to rearrange your day to work towards your SIE goals. Instead, select a course that meets during the morning, afternoon, evening, or on the weekends. Courses also start on a monthly basis, meaning it's never too late to enroll.
One reason a Cleveland SIE course is so beneficial to students is that all sessions take place online. Instead of wasting time making a commute to a new location, just open up your laptop, connect to the internet, and reap the benefits of an online SIE course. Learn from the comfort of your own home, your local library, your favorite coffee shop, or your college campus. You can select a distraction-free environment that is familiar to you to get the most out of your study sessions.
When you enroll in an SIE course, you are opening yourself up to new learning opportunities. In your course, you can learn helpful information related to REITs, corporate actions, customer account registrations, and so on. Additionally, you can learn valuable test-taking skills that you can use on the SIE, as well as other tests you may take in the future, such as your qualification exam. You can learn how to make educated guesses, how to pace yourself during timed tests, and so much more. Take advantage of this knowledge to feel more confident as your SIE date approaches. To enroll in a Cleveland SIE course, reach out to the friendly staff at Varsity Tutors right away.

Mary: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...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 domestic equity markets into global markets - Asia, Latin America, Europe as well as into other asset classes FX, Commodities, Fixed Income dictated by customer investment policies, the liberalization of markets, and the respective risk...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 26
- High School Accounting
- Series 16
- +99 subjects

Hal: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...person, who has the interest, will benefit from the best possible learning situation that can be provided and consequently contribute to the whole of society. No one method applies to all. It is my goal to focus on the individual, adapt 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....
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- AP U.S. Government & Politics
- CLEP Introduction to Business Law
- ISEE- Primary
- +166 subjects

Joshuah: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...of Science in Biology and Political Sciences; passed the SIE, Series 63, 65, and 7 on the first attempts, and have passed the Level I CFA exam. All of which are completely unimportant because it's not about me, it's about how I can help you (and I can)! Whether you know what you need to know, or are completely lost, I will make sure that we progress with content at a speed that fits you...
Education & Certification
- Excelsior College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Intermediate Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Series 63
- +10 subjects

Krista: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...further their careers. I have a BS (Penn State University) & MBA (Capella University). I currently licensed with the state of NJ for Life/Health Insurance. I am registered with FINRA (Series 7 & 66). I also hold a Certified Financial Planner designation. I help candidates studying for their Life/Health, SIE, Series 7, Series 6, Series 66 (63/65), and CFP designations. I am eager to pass on various tips and tricks I have learned for the...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Capella University - Masters in Business Administration, Project Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- AP Macroeconomics
- Finance
- +18 subjects

Raman: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...Health Insurance License, and the CFP Exam. Being a Financial Planner is no different than being an educator or a coach. My passion is to teach my clients on how build a robust financial plan, however my passion goes beyond that. At Varsity Tutors, my vision is to help you achieve your goal of successfully passing the Series 7, Series 63, Series 65, Series 66, State Life & Health Insurance License, the CFP curriculum and...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston-Downtown - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
- Rice University - Certificate, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Business Writing
- Dissertation Writing
- Series 63
- +21 subjects

Zachary: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...in assets. I passed the SIE and Series 65 will I was still in college and 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...
Education & Certification
- Troy University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 28
- Macroeconomics
- AP Microeconomics
- +11 subjects

Victoria: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...have previously taught financial literacy classes to high school students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about business, economics, leadership, personal finance, and securities licensing. In my experience helping students prepare for complex exams, we always seem to have the most success when we have discovered the student's learning style and thought-process. I believe learning should be an engaging, inspiring activity where the student can envision how their new...
Education & Certification
- University of South Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Florida Atlantic University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Middle School Reading
- Series 52
- Series 26
- +35 subjects

Nancy: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...variety of 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,...
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Harvard Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Geography
- College Economics
- College English
- +81 subjects

Dennis: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...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 will be...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Intermediate Accounting
- Other
- Series 7
- +49 subjects

Mark: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...The Series # 7 - # 63 - # 65 & # 66 The Life, Health and P&C Insurance test The Real Estate Agent and the Real Estate Broker test TEST TAKING SKILLS are a vital part of passing any test I will demonstrate how. PRACTICE QUESTIONS - The more the better. As you are taking the test... I will show you how to build a POSITIVE ATTITUDE. The key is: HOW TO READ THE...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston-Downtown - Associate in Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Spanish 1
- Microeconomics
- Microsoft Excel
- +70 subjects

Paul: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...is assisting students to enter into a financial career. I've spent over three decades as a successful Financial Advisor. The multiple exams a student must pass can seem daunting. My goal is to add clarity and help students fully understand the necessary concepts and terminology. I have a Bachelors in religious studies. I've completed CLU / ChFC courses from American College and graduate studies in business at Wharton. I've always had a passion for helping...
Education & Certification
- Cincinnati Christian University - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 24
- Professional Certifications
- Series 79
- +12 subjects

Jennifer: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...roadblocks-I tutor a broad range of subjects including Professional Certifications, Insurance License, NMLS, SIE, and Series 6. I am a graduate of Eastern Illinois University. I received my Master of Science Degree and Bachelor of Arts Degree in Family and Consumer Science with a Minor in Business Administration. I have over 20 Years of sales, leadership, mentoring and coaching in the Financial Services field-which includes -Mortgage Branch Management, VP of Membership, Top Mortgage Production Sales...
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
- Insurance License
- Professional Certifications
- Series 6
- +3 subjects

Johnny: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...teacher, but changed majors into Finance. Every since my military days I enjoy giving back to the community anyway that I can, so I figured why not teach subjects in Finance. My philosophy in teaching is to try to keep it as simple as I can by using analogies and references that is unique to each person and their way of absorbing information. The subjects I enjoy teaching within Finance are understanding Fundamental Analysis( financials...
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Business
- Series 26
- Technology and Coding
- +10 subjects

Brian: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...with honors in Finance and Law. I also received a certificate in Black Studies with honors. I have a graduate degree from the Stonier Graduate School of Banking as well. I started a financial consulting business while in college then sold it a few years out of college. I became a US Marine. Over the next 15 years combined, I worked for two top 5 US Banks and one top 5 US Defense contractor before...
Education & Certification
- Portland State University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Social Sciences
- Finance
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +22 subjects
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- College Business
- High School Business
- Personal Finance
- +22 subjects

Ross: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...I have studied for the SIE and passed it and helped other people pass the SIE. I am most passionate about History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time,...
Education & Certification
- University of New Haven - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- Mercy College - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- A Level History
- History
- Microsoft Office
- +22 subjects

Michael: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...they are always on the look out for the fastest, least expensive way to operate this usually applies to head count reductions. So, with a better of understanding of where we are now and where we had come from you maybe able to guess where it is we are going and where the jobs will be. If you care to read on exactly how I gained this knowledge you can read my bio below I...
Education & Certification
- Long Island University-C W Post Campus - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Master of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 4
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Painting
- +14 subjects

Ben: Cleveland SIE course instructor
...clubs, campus choir, and I also volunteered my time at the local Boys and Girls club to assist the kiddos with their homework assignments. Upon graduation, I began a career as a financial professional, where I advised families, individuals, and 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...
Education & Certification
- Lee University - Bachelor of Science, Health Services Administration
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Accounting
- Technology and Coding
- High School Accounting
- +45 subjects

Kyle: Cleveland SIE course instructor
I have a passion for financial and capital markets and love to teach and educate others. I have worked my entire professional career in financial services utilizing series exam information on a daily basis. I have a Masters of Finance from the University of Notre Dame and work as a investment analyst at a private investment firm. Open to giving career mentorship as well!
Education & Certification
- Texas am - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics
- University of Notre Dame - Current Grad Student, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Professional Certifications
- Personal Finance
- +10 subjects

Barrett: Cleveland SIE course 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
- Series 26
- Series 24
- Property Law
- +20 subjects