If you're studying to become a securities professional and want help with getting ready for the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam, reaching out to Varsity Tutors for Cleveland SIE preparation can make a big difference. Students in finance programs at Cleveland State University or Case Western University can get academic support to prepare before they schedule and take the SIE. A requirement to work in the securities industry, the exam covers a variety of topics that you've probably covered in your finance classes, but if you're looking for extra support, you can reach out to Varsity Tutors for academic coaching in one of two ways: a Cleveland SIE tutor or an online class that focuses on the exam.
What can I expect to see in Cleveland SIE prep?
When you take the Securities Industry Essentials (also called SIE or Essentials) Exam, you'll have less than two hours (1 hour, 45 minutes) to complete 75 multiple choice questions. Topics on the SIE may include prohibited practices, business economic factors, direct participation programs, and others not listed here. You must pass the exam with a minimum score of 70 percent, and this is just the first step. You'll also have to be connected with a member firm to take a qualifying exam that is associated with the type of work you will be doing. The qualifying exams include the Series 4: Registered Options Principal Exam; Series 9 and 10: General Securities Sales Supervisor Exam; and Series 22: Direct Participation Programs Representative Exam. The results of the SIE are valid for four years, but you do not have to have a relationship with a member firm to complete the Securities Industry Essentials Exam.
During sessions with a Cleveland SIE tutor, you can cover topics like the types of markets, corporate actions, hedge funds, or debt instruments. These are just a few of the topics you may find when you take your exam.
How does Cleveland SIE prep work?
There are two models of instruction that our educational consultants can help you get started with: online Cleveland SIE classes, with other students and an instructor who is knowledgeable in the topics in the securities field, or one-on-one private tutoring. The choice is up to you, and some students actually combine the two methods to create a more comprehensive study experience. Both of these options provide incredible flexibility that you might not see in a traditional classroom setting. You'll always be working under the guidance of an individual who knows the material and can help as you reach towards your goals.
If you learn best by collaborating with others, then the Cleveland SIE prep class might be the way to go. This class happens online, using the Live Learning Platform created by Varsity Tutors. The virtual whiteboard and video chat help you to connect with your peers and to work through the material, with your instructor, no matter where you are. Classes are scheduled at a variety of times, so there shouldn't be problems adding a class to your schedule.
If you learn more easily in a one-on-one setting, private instruction with a Cleveland SIE tutor is an option. You can conduct sessions in two ways. First, you could choose to meet online through the Live Learning Platform, using the virtual whiteboard and video chat to connect. You could also opt to meet in person in an agreed upon location. That location can be in your home, a local café, or another space where you are comfortable. It's not difficult to find a Cleveland SIE prep session wherever you are because of the online option. From the very beginning, your academic coach will learn about you and can use that knowledge of your current level of understanding, your ideal studying style, and your preferences to create a customized plan of study that is meant to help you move towards your professional goals. If you struggle with test-related anxiety, your SIE instructor can offer time management tips, and help you get an idea of the format of this exam so that you're calmer when you sit down to take the exam.
How can I find Cleveland SIE prep?
No matter which method of Cleveland SIE prep you're looking for, the first step should be reaching out to Varsity Tutors. Our educational consultants can help you find a Cleveland SIE prep course that meets your scheduling needs, or help you to get started with a tutor in as little as 24 hours. If you're not sure which method you prefer, our educational consultants can help you to figure that out. To get more information on the different options, contact us today!
Daniel: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
I am a CPA with a background in teaching and tutoring. I can work with you on most finance, business, and accounting subjects. I help simplify the material and highlight the core lessons. I've been told it's very effective and helpful!
Education & Certification
- Malone University - Bachelor in Arts, Organizational Leadership
- Baldwin-Wallace College - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- CLU - Chartered Life Underwriter
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- CMA - Certified Management Accountant
- +25 subjects
DeSean: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...passionate to help 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...
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
- Series 6
- Series 63
- College Algebra
- +13 subjects
Ross: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...love for finance. 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...
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
- Series 79
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 24
- +22 subjects
Nancy: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...enjoy teaching a 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...
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Harvard Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 66
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- +83 subjects
Zachary: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...clients between 250k-5MM 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...
Education & Certification
- Troy University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 24
- Series 65
- +11 subjects
Brendan Daniel : Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...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 candidate and portfolio manager for my digital asset hedge fund....
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 24
- CPA
- +61 subjects
Jessica: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
Avid public speaker and advocate for financial literacy. I am a full-time financial advisor that uses my free time to help others gain the knowledge necessary to learn more about business and finance or make their own way in the financial services industry.
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Oneonta - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 65
- Insurance License
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- +79 subjects
Brandy: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...Series 63, Series 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...
Education & Certification
- Bellevue University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 63
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +1 subjects
Gary: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
I tutor securities licensing exam prep courses for NASAA & FINRA registrations (Series 6,7,63,65,66 and a few others). I own a financial practice, hold the Series 65 and a CRPC designation, and my experience, knowledge and research are current and relevant.
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- SHRM-CP - Society for Human Resource Management- Certified Professional
- Series 16
- Series 26
- +72 subjects
Aaron: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...banking and private equity. During college, I was a teaching assistant for courses covering investment banking, political economy and macro- and microeconomics, the last of which I also led study groups for. I was further nominated by my professors to lead study groups in statistics and intermediate mathematical microeconomics. I have worked, both formally and informally, providing career advice to students, particualrly those interested in pursuing a career in finance. I have helped numerous students...
Education & Certification
- Bucknell University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 79
- Series 63
- College Accounting
- +31 subjects
Krista: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...enjoy helping professionals 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...
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 6
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +18 subjects
Michael: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...investment fit, confidentiality rules. Equally as important is the able to see what is coming and to be flexible in your career choice, I have had to switch my focus, client base, trading style, learn new techniques and strategies due to technological advancements, change on Wall Street is a constant as they are always on the look out for the fastest, least expensive way to operate this usually applies to head count reductions. So, with...
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 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- Series 3
- +14 subjects
Evan: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...Summa Cum Laude (top 5% of my class) from Northwestern University with a degree in economics. I subsequently passed all 3 levels of the CFA examination process. I have worked in Investment Banking (Barclays Investment Bank) where I performed complex financial analyses before subsequently working in Private Equity. Most recently, I served as a Director of Finance for a Private Equity owned enterprise. I have helped many students in statistics, economics, managerial accounting, financial accounting...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 63
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 65
- +27 subjects
Braden: Cleveland 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
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 66
- Science
- +64 subjects
Jessica: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...including comprehensive full practice exams dependent upon your personal needs. My specialties are FINRA exams (after 165 students): SIE 100% pass rate 3 100% pass rate 6 100 % pass rate 7 99.99% pass rate 28 100% pass rate 63 100% pass rate 65 100% pass rate 66 100% pass rate 79 100% pass rate 86 100% pass rate I was a teacher and have extensive successful experience with students and accommodations. * I update my...
Education & Certification
- Georgia State University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 65
- Series 28
- Series 79
- +29 subjects
Peter: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...categories. You may be doing for the fun of it, looking to get a better understanding of investments, and exploring it as a career. You possibly are in college and wanting an internship at an investment firm. You are hired in the business and need to pass the SIE and the other FINRA exams thereafter. Please understand that these tests are NOT EASY. You must be committed to PASSING the test. Your commitment to passing...
Education & Certification
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
- California University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 4
- Series 65
- Series 26
- +38 subjects
Brett: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...partnerships to large wirehouses and having earned a number of licenses along the way (Series 7, 63, 66, 24 as well as General Lines Life, Accident and Health insurance), I have so much knowledge and practical experience to share - the idea that I will be a part of guiding you into your new career is very exciting to me! It's my way of passing the torch to the next generation. My method is an...
Education & Certification
- Belmont University Cum Laude - Bachelor of Science, General Studies
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 53
- Series 3
- Series 10
- +16 subjects
Donald: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...and that it can open many doors for you in life.... it's just all about perspective! I attended the United States Naval Academy and was a linebacker for the football team from 2011-2015. I earned my Bachelors of Science in History. The Naval Academy challenged me in ways I did not know were possible. I was tested every single day mentally, morally, and physically. The Naval Academy is an Engineering school and all students are...
Education & Certification
- United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science, History
- Louisiana State University-Shreveport - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- RICP - Retirement Income Certified Professional
- Insurance License
- +35 subjects
John: Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
...have a BS in Computer Science and Economics from Yale and an MBA from NYU. I have my Series 7 and 57 and work as a proprietary trader on Wall Street. I'm passionate about financial markets, technology and economics. My philosophy towards education is one of efficiency. I believe that time management is the key to accomplishing your academic and professional goals. I'm here to help you not only learn but absorb the material into...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
- New York University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 9
- Series 4
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +36 subjects
Ryan : Cleveland SIE test prep instructor
Hi, I am a writer of fiction and non-fiction. I worked as an award-winning journalist in Montana and Wisconsin and have been writing in some form for about 20 years. I am currently studying for FINRA's Series 7 exam.
Education & Certification
- The University of Montana - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Fiction Writing
- Essay Editing
- +12 subjects