Reach out to Varsity Tutors if you are someone who can benefit from taking a Columbus SIE course. Taking the Securities Industry Essentials exam is the first step towards working in the securities industry. Prospective securities industry professionals can study in a class or with a private tutor to prepare for this exam. Whether you studied at Ohio State University, Capital University, or another university in the area, you can benefit from additional instruction.
What does the SIE exam cover?
The SIE exam has 75 questions. You will have one hour and 45 minutes to complete them. The questions will be presented in a multiple-choice format, and you will need to get 70 percent of the questions correct in order to pass the exam.
The exam covers fundamentals that professionals need to know in order to work in the industry. For example, when taking a Columbus SIE course, you can learn about the structure of the securities exchange market, types of products and their risks, and industry practices that are prohibited by law.
Other topics that may be covered in your course are the types of markets, business economic factors, and international economic factors. It is also important to learn about the structure of the test so that you are prepared for it. Your class instructor or private tutor can administer practice tests that have time limits similar to the actual SIE exam. This way, you can practice pacing yourself under time pressure.
How can I benefit from taking a Columbus SIE prep course?
There are two options for students preparing for the SIE exam. You can take one of our online classes, or you can sign up for private mentoring. Regardless of which one you choose, you will get accurate information and benefit from expert instruction. Let's go over some of the benefits of each type of test preparation.
Taking a Columbus SIE class will give you an opportunity to study in a collaborative environment. Classes are administered online, so you can take them at home, in your school's library, or at your office. You won't need to spend time commuting through traffic in order to attend class, but you will still get the benefits of learning with a group. You can use our Live Learning Platform to interact with the class instructor and the other students in real time through video chat. All you will need is a stable internet connection.
During class, you can ask questions and benefit from the explanations given in response to questions asked by other students as well. The instructor can lead discussions where students can share perspectives and exchange information. This can help you gain new insights into topics you have learned previously. The teacher might also break up the class into smaller groups in order to assign smaller projects to each one.
Taking a Columbus SIE class is also a great way to review what you learned in school. Reviewing information can help you remember it better, which can be useful when test day arrives. When you attend a class, you can be secure in the knowledge that the instructor will teach a comprehensive curriculum that can address any gaps in your knowledge. Studying with other like-minded people who are also preparing for a career in the securities industry can increase your motivation to succeed.
The class instructor can give you crucial test-taking advice, such as how to avoid spending too much time on a single question. If you feel as if you need some additional help on specific topics, such as equity securities or debt instruments, you can request private time with your class instructor. Classes start every month, so you won't have to wait long to enroll. You can find a class that works best for your schedule, regardless of whether you are free on weekdays or only on weekends.
How can I sign up for a Columbus SIE course?
Get in touch with Varsity Tutors if you are interested in signing up for a Columbus SIE class. Regardless of your current knowledge level, studying in a collaborative group environment can help. Whether you want to attend classes during the day or during the evenings, we can find a class for you. You can sign up for a two-week class or a four-week class, depending on how much time you have and how much depth you want to cover. Reach out to our educational consultants for more information on how to get started. The sooner you start, the better.

Victoria: Columbus SIE course instructor
...Degree in Business Administration and I am a Certified Financial Planner. I also have several industry licenses; series 7, 66, 51, 24, and 2-15. I am passionate about personal financial literacy and 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...
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
- Macroeconomics
- Science
- AP Macroeconomics
- +35 subjects

Vincent : Columbus SIE course 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
- Other
- Business
- Finance
- +14 subjects

Joseph Fon: Columbus SIE course 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
- A Level Economics
- Professional Certifications
- +5 subjects

Krista: Columbus 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
- Personal Finance
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Professional Certifications
- +9 subjects

Christina: Columbus SIE course instructor
...broker-dealer industry for over 15 years. Over the years I've helped my direct reports study and prepare for FINRA exams. I have worked in customer service, equity trading and options trading, as well as risk management and compliance related roles. I enjoy tutoring and especially helping people understand how options work. Having a solid knowledge of options works to your benefit when taking the SIE, series 7 and 24 as there are a fair number...
Education & Certification
- University of Western Ontario - Bachelor in Arts, Arts, General
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 4
- Series 53
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +6 subjects

James: Columbus SIE course instructor
I have an MBA with an emphasis in finance from USC; I've had careers in finance and education; my objective as an economics and finance tutor is to explain concepts in straightforward terms with everyday examples. I aim to give life to the dynamics and calculations, and enable students to apply the tools to real-life situations that finance professionals face on a daily basis.
Education & Certification
- Whitman College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
- University of Southern California Marshall School of Business - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- College Economics
- Technology and Coding
- +15 subjects

Donald: Columbus SIE course instructor
...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 where possible. I was tested every single day mentally, morally, and physically. The Naval Academy is an Engineering school and all students are required to take dozens of...
Education & Certification
- United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science, History
- Louisiana State University-Shreveport - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Middle School Math
- High School Writing
- Professional Certifications
- +35 subjects

Teneshia: Columbus SIE course 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 6
- Series 79
- Professional Certifications
- +5 subjects

Barrett: Columbus 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
- Math
- Law
- Statistics Graduate Level
- +20 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Test Prep
- Series 9
- High School Level American History
- +16 subjects