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Most Recent Articles

By Derek Burkett, CFA, FRM, CAIA

I hope everyone is progressing well in their CAIA preparation. If you haven’t yet started studying, now is the time to begin. There is plenty of time between now and the exam to study the entire curriculum and still have time to review the material thoroughly. By starting now, you will also be prepared to ask questions during our Weekly Online Program, which begins July 2^nd. This 9-week live online seminar is an excellent tool to learn the curriculum and interact with our expert...

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By Derek Burkett, CFA, FRM, CAIA

Kaplan Schweser’s study products for the Level I and Level II September 2013 CAIA exams are available and currently shipping. If you just recently ordered, you should begin studying as soon as you receive the study materials. This is especially true if you are participating in the Weekly Online Program that begins in July. Each live online class will provide an opportunity to ask questions and seek clarification from the instructor. You will get more out of the class if you have already...

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