If you are considering taking the Securities Industry Essentials Exam for the first time, it is an excellent idea to consider taking a Tucson SIE course provided by Varsity Tutors. Though you might have already taken courses that have covered the information on this exam in your classes at a university, such as the University of Arizona, taking a well-designed prep course can allow you to feel more prepared and confident in your test-taking abilities in the weeks and days leading up to your test date. Varsity Tutors can enroll you in an online course that fits into your schedule.
What Are Some Topics that Can be Covered Within a Tucson SIE Class?
One of the benefits of taking an SIE class is that you will be able to re-familiarize yourself with topics that you may not have thought about in several years. These can include such concepts as monetary vs. fiscal policy, business economic factors, international economic factors, offerings, and equity securities, though the test does extend well beyond these concepts.
One of the most useful things that might be covered in an SIE class is the format of the test itself. An understanding of a test's format can be beneficial in making you feel more comfortable before you sit down to take the exam. The SIE is a multiple-choice format test that is comprised of 75 questions. You are given an hour and 45 minutes to complete the test, and in order to earn your certification, you must score at least 70 percent.
However, passing the exam does not mean that you will immediately be able to register with a FINRA member firm or to conduct business. In order to do so, you will have to pass both the SIE and an additional qualification exam relative to the type of business which you wish to conduct. You must be established with a member firm to take a qualification exam, but not the SIE itself. In short, taking the SIE is just the first step that a student will take on the road to succeeding in this particular career track.
What Are the Benefits of Taking a Tucson SIE Class?
The online SIE class is modeled on a traditional classroom-type course. This class takes place in an entirely virtual setting and uses a video chat feature and an online whiteboard, both of which are accessible through our Live Learning Platform. The courses are led by a highly skilled instructor. All that is required to participate in one of these classes is access to a stable connection to the internet. You are able to attend your course from anywhere in the world, such as a coffee shop, library, or even the comfort of your own home.
One of the often unsung benefits of taking an online course is the feeling of community that comes with doing so. Our online platform also allows you to interact with your instructor and fellow classmates as if you were in the same room. For example, if you have found yourself struggling with a particular subject that will be covered on the SIE, but notice that one of your classmates seems to understand that topic very well, it is easy to reach out to them and ask them if they are willing to assist you with better comprehending the topic. In addition to all of those features, if you need some extra assistance, you can always reach out to your instructor for some one-on-one help.
However, these are not the only benefits that come from taking one of the available SIE classes. It should also be noted that the classes run at a variety of different times and that new sessions begin regularly on a monthly basis. It is easy to find a class that will work with your schedule because of the variety of days and times available to choose from. For those who do not have schedules that are particularly flexible, this is an especially handy feature.
How Can I Enroll in a Tucson SIE Course?
For more information about how a Tucson SIE prep course may be of assistance to you, feel free to reach out to one of the educational consultants at Varsity Tutors. They will happily answer any questions that you have about the scheduling or format of a Tucson SIE course, along with anything else you might need to know, and will be able to work with you on getting promptly enrolled in a course that best suits your schedule.

Isaiah: Tucson SIE course instructor
...where I received my Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics. Currently, I am in my last semester of finishing up my Master's Degree in Mathematics. For four years I taught math in Montgomery 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...
Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Alabama State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Calculus
- Calculus 3
- College Math
- +29 subjects

Ben: Tucson SIE course instructor
...receiving my Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration with a minor in biblical studies. During my time there, I traveled extensively and was involved in several social service 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)...
Education & Certification
- Lee University - Bachelor of Science, Health Services Administration
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Elementary School Math
- Middle School Math
- Algebra 2
- +45 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 65
- High School World History
- Other
- +16 subjects

Brandy: Tucson SIE course instructor
SIE, 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...
Education & Certification
- Bellevue University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 63
- Professional Certifications
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +1 subjects

Hal: Tucson SIE course instructor
...of society and that personal growth and betterment are natural to each individual whether it be economic, intellectual, or spiritual. Learning is unique to each person and each 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...
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- C++
- CPA
- Java
- +114 subjects

Warren: Tucson SIE course 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 66
- Series 63
- Other
- +17 subjects

Vincent : Tucson SIE course instructor
I 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...
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
- Finance
- Personal Finance
- Econometrics
- +14 subjects

Ridha: Tucson SIE course instructor
Being a financial professional, I have a passion for helping fellow financial professional candidates excel in their endeavors. After struggling with hours of self study myself, I understand that it is so much more helpful when someone is there to help explain things in a different way that a textbook is not allowing you to. Teaching allows me to give back to the students who are going through a similar struggle that I went through.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Study Skills
- Elementary School Math
- CLEP
- +43 subjects

Dennis: Tucson SIE course instructor
...and advanced managerial accounting, finance, investments, 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...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Finance
- High School Writing
- AP French Language and Culture
- +48 subjects

Kevin: Tucson SIE course instructor
...MBA and inventive Patent Holder with the US Patent Office, I know that learning is a great investment. My passion for teaching comes from a life long passion for learning. Im a Masters Degree graduate of Washington University in St. Louis (Olin School of Business: Finance emphasis) and also received my Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Truman State University. Both students and parents say that I help students succeed and realize their own potential...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Washington University in St Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Math
- Geography
- Series 6
- +41 subjects