Varsity Tutors can assist you during your San Diego SIE preparation in two different ways. First, we can enroll you in a comprehensive San Diego SIE prep class that covers everything you need to know heading into the exam. If you would prefer individualized attention, we can also refer you to an expert San Diego SIE tutor to help you pursue academic success. Some students even choose to take advantage of both services to help them feel as prepared as possible when they sit down for the test.
The SIE (Securities Industry Essentials) Exam is a high-stakes test that serves as an introduction to the financial industry for students interested in trading securities for a living. It covers basic topics in the space, such as prohibited practices, types of financial products and their risks, and regulatory agencies. The exam is offered by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, or FINRA, as an individual's first step toward obtaining a financial license. However, you will also need to take a qualification test such as the Series 7 or Series 3 in addition to the SIE before you can actually start trading. Keep reading to learn more about how we may be able to help you prepare for the SIE.
What can I review during San Diego SIE prep?
The SIE consists of 75 multiple-choice questions administered over a testing session lasting one hour and 45 minutes. You need to earn a score of at least 70 percent in order to pass the exam, so your instructor might review concepts such as monetary policy, fiscal policy, and equity securities with you to help you prepare.
Since there is a strict time limit in place, your instructor may also teach you time management strategies to help you answer all of the questions within the time available to you. For instance, FINRA is notorious for intentionally writing questions in a deceptive manner. You may be better off skipping a challenging item and coming back to it as opposed to spending a ton of time trying to figure it out. You might also want to consider taking practice exams to get a realistic sense of what the time available to you will feel like, helping you to pace yourself accordingly.
What are the advantages of the San Diego SIE prep options?
Varsity Tutors can place you in a San Diego SIE prep course or find you a private instructor to help you study for the test. If you choose to take a course, you'll meet with a knowledgeable instructor alongside other students at a set time using our proprietary Live Learning Platform. Each instructor is thoroughly interviewed to make sure that their SIE knowledge is up to date, so you don't need to doubt the applicability of anything they say.
Our Live Learning Platform enables you to interact with your classmates in real time, allowing you to work together to create a collaborative learning environment where everyone can work toward their academic goals. If one of your classmates is having a hard time with mutual funds, you can explain it to them while reinforcing your own knowledge of the subject. Studying in a group also gives you great value for your money, as you are sharing the cost of instruction.
If you would prefer to receive individualized attention, we can help you find a private SIE instructor. You'll be able to meet using the Live Learning Platform so that you can take commute time out of the equation. Powerful features such as video chat functionality and a virtual whiteboard ensure that you still get a premium face-to-face study experience.
A private instructor can design study sessions around your preferred learning style to help improve your experience. For instance, a visual learner might want to study an infographic detailing the differences between monetary and fiscal policy, while an auditory learner might get more out of a discussion format. Working with a private instructor also allows you to study at your own pace, as you never need to leave a topic behind until you feel comfortable doing so.
Can I sign up for San Diego SIE prep today?
Absolutely! Please reach out to Varsity Tutors to learn more about each of our San Diego SIE prep options and to get started with whichever method interests you most. If you can't make up your mind, educational consultants are standing by to help you make the best possible decision for your needs. Call today to get started on the path toward understanding the concepts you'll need to know for the SIE.
Kevin: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...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 have a quiet and comfortable study space, I work with the student to help select mutually convenient locations. In my spare time, I enjoy biking, hiking, swimming, tennis, reading, movies, traveling, spending time with my family and our...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Washington University in St Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Test Prep
- IB Business & Management HL
- Series 6
- +41 subjects
Joseph Fon: San Diego 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
- A Level French
- Professional Certifications
- Series 22
- +5 subjects
Braden: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...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 to...
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Chemical Engineer, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- GED
- AP Microeconomics
- College Economics
- +64 subjects
David: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 10
- Professional Certifications
- History
- +16 subjects
Sebastian: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
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
- CPA
- CFA
- Series 66
- +9 subjects
Donald: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...at the Naval Academy and found my love for teaching. Upon graduation I commissioned into the United States Marine Corps my job as a Financial Manager. My passion for finance was sparked once I began my work as a financial manager. I applied for grad school and 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....
Education & Certification
- United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science, History
- Louisiana State University-Shreveport - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Personal Finance
- Financial Accounting
- Math
- +35 subjects
Warren: San Diego 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
- Series 3
- Series 15 - Foreign Currency Options Exam
- Series 24
- +17 subjects
Jahlen: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...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 experience in tutoring,over the last 2 years, by helping my fellow coworkers pass their exams. In my experience with the SIE exam, Series 6, and Series 63 is too study through practice questions and analyzing them in...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Purchase College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Professional Certifications
- Series 63
- +1 subjects
Dennis: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...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 no test or...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- High School Accounting
- Intermediate Accounting
- Series 24
- +48 subjects
John: San Diego 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
- Finance
- CFP
- Series 9
- +10 subjects
Isaiah: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...Public School system (Montgomery, AL). The subjects ranged from pre-algebra to calculus. I taught grades 6th, 9th, 10th, 11th, & 12th. During my last year of teaching high school, I began studying for FINRA Series 6 exam. I passed the series 6 exam in May of 2018. 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...
Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Alabama State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 65
- Algebra
- Elementary School Math
- +29 subjects
Victoria: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...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 knowledge will apply...
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
- Business Writing
- Professional Certifications
- High School Business
- +35 subjects
Jose: San Diego 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
- A Level Modern Languages
- A Level German
- A Level
- +99 subjects
Vincent : San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...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 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
- Statistics
- Series 63
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +14 subjects
Teneshia: San Diego 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 66
- Professional Certifications
- +5 subjects
Mary: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...universities. At the time, O'Connor was the largest market maker in the U.S. financial options exchanges and had been looking to partner with a larger financial institution. The firm entered into a joint venture with Swiss Bank creating the opportunity to become part of a newly formed global team deployed as financial engineers in various financial centers - Chicago, Zurich, London, Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong. My assignment was in the bank's headquarters of Zurich, Switzerland...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Finance
- Series 56 - Proprietary Trader Qualification Exam
- Adult Literacy
- +94 subjects
Eunpa: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
Business analyst with five years of tutoring and significant corporate strategy experience. Applied BA in math at top ten research university to financial modeling, ROI analyses, marketing, academic research, technology, and higher education.
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- ACT Writing
- Python
- SAT Verbal
- +43 subjects
Hal: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...firm. I have over twenty years of teaching experience at the college and university level in addition to having served as a national educator in investments for a Fortune 20 firm. My background includes having been licensed as a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Trust and 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...
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Personal Finance
- Middle School English
- Other
- +114 subjects
Ben: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...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 proper care and...
Education & Certification
- Lee University - Bachelor of Science, Health Services Administration
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Personal Finance
- Algebra
- +45 subjects
Christian: San Diego SIE test prep instructor
...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 a Financial Professional. Furthermore, I am currently aiming to take the CFA Level I Exam in February 2021. My passion for economics stems from my belief that economics is the basis of all functions in the world....
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 24
- Other
- A Level Economics
- +25 subjects