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Absorbing the CFA^® Program curriculum in its entirety is easily the most challenging part of preparing for the exam. SchweserNotes™ helps you retain critical information by breaking the content into exam-focused study notes, complete with examples and practice quizzes covering every Learning Outcome Statement.

More than just textbooks.
SchweserNotes™ have continuously evolved to meet your study needs:

• Integrated into our online learning platform, so you can quickly reference a concept while reviewing practice questions
• Delivered in bite-sized modules, making it easier to study in shorter segments
• Includes online module and topic quizzes designed to help you retain and practice every concept
• Available in online and eBook formats — giving you multiple ways to take in the content

If you want to pass the CFA exam, make sure your study plan includes SchweserNotes™.

4+ hours of in-depth CFA videos walk you through the end-of-reading questions from the CFA Institute Program curriculum. You’ll get expert advice and strategies from CFA instructors as they guide you through the questions.

After you’ve finished your learning assignments for a specific topic of the curriculum, your Masterclass ensures you have a strong grasp on the topic. Led by Schweser’s expert instructors, you get 45+ hours of online instruction that reinforces your studies and ensures you’re ready to move on to the next topic. This package includes a two-volume set of Masterclass Workbooks containing content, examples, and practice equations to guide you through the lectures and serve as a reference during review.

*Premium and Ultimate Packages include OnDemand Masterclasses and online workbooks.

After you’ve finished your learning assignments for a specific topic of the curriculum, your Masterclass ensures you have a strong grasp on the topic. Led by Schweser’s expert instructors, you get 70+ hours of online instruction that reinforces your studies and ensures you’re ready to move on to the next topic. This package includes a two-volume set of Masterclass Workbooks containing content, examples, and practice equations to guide you through the lectures and serve as a reference during review.

*Premium and Ultimate Packages include OnDemand Masterclasses and online workbooks only.

No more guessing what to study and when. Activity Feed is an interactive guide that simplifies your study plan by providing strategically placed weekly tasks. With our latest upgrades, you can now:

• Schedule days off and watch your Activity Feed adjust accordingly
• See a weekly breakdown of activities and remaining study hours
• Track your pace and progress against the recommended study hours per week
• View upcoming events and class dates

Reference these 40+ hours of recorded videos as you are reading through your SchweserNotes™ books to reinforce your understanding of the material.

Practise taking the computer-based test before exam day with the Online Schweser Mock Exam. These realistic exams simulate the interface, format, difficulty, and length of the actual CFA exam—helping you develop your test-taking skills, identify your weak areas, and demonstrate your mastery of the CFA Program curriculum. Afterward, view answer explanations, check your score compared to those of other candidates, and drill deeper into each question with our Mock Exam Tutorial.

Mock exams 1-4 are included in the Core study materials.

Mock Exams 5 and 6 can be purchased additionally for $125 each, or together as a bundle for $225.

The Mock Exam features:

• Three modes:
  • Exam Sim: Take the exam using the actual interface you’ll encounter on the computer-based CFA exam.
  • Online: Take the exam using the standard Kaplan Schweser online interface.
  • Print: Take the exam on paper and enter your answer choices in an online answer form.
• CFA Institute’s time limits of 4 hours 30 minutes (each exam consists of two sessions of 2 hours 15 minutes)
• CFA Institute’s topic weightings and exam format
• Online answer explanations
• Online scoring and performance tracking by topic area with a comparison to other candidates
• Answer explanations that include LOS references for every question
• Exam Tutorial
  • Available for Mock Exams 5 & 6 only
  • Detailed video explanations of how to arrive at each of the answers

Mock exam options:

Mock Exams 1 – 4: Four unique sets of questions with three attempts per exam

Mock Exams 5 & 6: Two unique sets of questions with three attempts per exam. Mock exams 5 & 6 include the exam tutorial

These full-length mock exams simulate the interface, format, and difficulty of the actual CFA exam.

The Ultimate and Premium Packages include 6 mock exams, while the Essential Package includes 4 mock exams.

Three Checkpoint Exams with questions that mimic the difficulty and format of the actual CFA exam.

Prepare for the CFA exam on the go! This compact study tool summarises key formulas, definitions and concepts.

Access our community forum to engage with our experts and other CFA candidates, post questions, find answers, and engage in meaningful discussions throughout your studies.

Portions of the Quantitative Methods, Economics, and Financial Statement Analysis exam topics are designated as prerequisite knowledge for the CFA Level I curriculum. Schweser summarised this prerequisite content for you and delivers it via our SchweserNotes™ and SchweserPro™ QBank study tools (online format only).

Gauge your mastery of each exam topic by comparing your scores with fellow CFA® candidates.

For decades, the SchweserPro™ QBank has been known as a must-have among CFA Program candidates. This intuitive question bank provides over 3,000 questions designed to accurately assess and adapt to your understanding of the CFA Program curriculum…providing you with better results.

• Adaptive and personalised technology has taken this world-renowned study tool to the next level. Question difficulty adapts to your level of proficiency on a given topic, testing the limit of your knowledge and keeping you motivated as you move through the content.
• Study on-the-go with the Kaplan Schweser app! It’s easy to fit in practice questions during your commute, lunch break, or between classes with the SchweserPro™ QBank at your fingertips.
• QBank quizzes are integrated with SchweserNotes™ to optimise retention of what you just learned in the books.
• Performance Metrics track your activity and exam preparedness by providing you a breakdown of your quiz score, average time spent on each question, and your performance compared to other candidates.

Maximize your 300 hours with our JumpStart study materials. Shortly after you complete your CFA® exam, the JumpStart materials will be automatically added to your Learning Management System (LMS) as part of your Study Package. As you are waiting for your exam results, you can leverage these tools to get a jump on preparing for your next CFA exam.

The JumpStart study materials include:

• SchweserNotes™ Books 1-5 (online)
• SchweserNotes™ Videos
• Limited access to Schweser’s online classes
• Full access to SchweserPro™ QBank (online)
• Online Topic Quizzes to help you master every topic

After you pass your current exam, you can continue using these study materials and save all the progress you’ve made (including the work you’ve done in the QBank) by upgrading to a full Schweser Study Package.

Test your knowledge of key concepts and retain vital information with this portable study tool. You’ll also receive an online version for review anywhere your mobile device goes.

Take this ebook anywhere you go, for a concise review of the CFA Program curriculum. Secret Sauce^® provides insights and exam tips on how to effectively prepare and apply your knowledge on exam day.

The first portion of this book offers concise, readable explanations of the major parts of the CFA Program curriculum by Schweser’s team of expert authors. The second portion gives you essential exam strategies and guidance on how to pass the exam, including:

• Tips and tricks on how to apply your knowledge
• Basic strategies and time management hints
• A plan for the last week prior to exam day
• Topic-by-topic listing of high-probability exam topics
• Analysis of level-specific question styles

Take this ebook anywhere you go, for a concise review of the CFA Program curriculum. Secret Sauce^® provides insights and exam tips on how to effectively prepare and apply your knowledge on exam day.

The first portion of this book offers concise, readable explanations of the major parts of the CFA Program curriculum by Schweser’s team of expert authors. The second portion gives you essential exam strategies and guidance on how to pass the exam, including:

• Tips and tricks on how to apply your knowledge
• Basic strategies and time management hints
• A plan for the last week prior to exam day
• Topic-by-topic listing of high-probability exam topics
• Analysis of level-specific question styles

Our CFA Review Workshop sessions include 55+ hours of expert instruction and review available via OnDemand. You receive a thorough review of key topics, practice questions, and problem-solving techniques, as well as exam tips and strategies.

Our CFA Review Workshop sessions include 60+ hours of expert instruction and review available OnDemand. You receive a thorough review of key topics, practice questions, and problem-solving techniques, as well as exam tips and strategies.

Nothing in life is guaranteed. That’s why we offer PassProtection™. We’re so confident that with your dedication and our study materials, you’ll have no problem passing the CFA Program exam. But, should you need a second chance, we’ll pay for your ONLINE exam prep package (or the nearest equivalent that we can offer) for your next exam sitting.

The Premium and Ultimate Packages allow for various items to be shipped to you physically.