Exam Prep - CFA Level II Exam

This is the second of three exams offered by the CFA Institute (formerly the Association for Investment Management and Research (AIMR)). This exam (in addition to other requirements) must be passed for an individual to become a CFA chartholder. The CFA Program is a globally recognized standard for measuring the competence and integrity of financial analysts. Level II deals mainly with asset valuation. You must be able to apply the tools and concepts emphasized in Level I to analyze and value investments, and should also have a thorough understanding of capital market theory and industry and company analysis.
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Exam Information
Time Limit: 6 hours
Passing Score: Determined each year by the CFA Institute.
Passing Rates: As of August 2004, 32% passed Level II.
Format: Multiple Choice
Prerequisites: Passing grade on CFA Level I exam, and a U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Corequisites: Three years of qualifying work experience must be obtained.
Exam Date(s): June
Exam Results: Usually provided within 90 days.
Official Exam Website: CFAInstitute.org

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Additional Exam Details
The multiple choice portion of the Level II exam consists of item-set type questions. For these item sets, a series of six multiple choice questions are asked on a short case.
CFA Level II Breakdown

To register for the exam, see AIMR's Registration and Enrollment form.
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Related Links & Resources
CFAInstitute.org: CFA Program - The official site for the CFA program at the CFA Institute website. Includes everything you need to know about achieving the certification.
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