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The CFA Charter Journey: How Students Can Gain A Competitive Edge

November 12, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Overview

This engaging virtual event is designed for students aspiring to pursue the CFA designation and looking to enhance their career prospects in the financial industry. The session will offer valuable insights into the CFA Program, strategies for exam preparation, and tips on developing essential soft skills that contribute to long-term professional success.

Agenda

5:30 PM | REGISTRATION

6:00 PM | WELCOME REMARKS FROM CFA SOCIETY NEW YORK 

Rob Langrick, CFA, CIPM, CFA Institute

  • Understanding the CFA Exam Process as Student – CFA Institute
  • What is the CFA Program? A brief overview of the process tailored for students. CFA Institute, the exam structure, and the curriculum
  • Career Opportunities: Discuss the various career paths open to CFA charterholders, highlighting the demand for financial analysts, portfolio managers, and investment advisors.

    6:15 PM | PREPARING FOR THE CFA EXAM

    Dr. Andrew Spieler, CFA, FRM, CAIA, Associate Professor of Finance at Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University

    • Study Material and Resources: Provide information on official CFA study materials, recommended textbooks, and online resources.
    • Effective Study Techniques: Share tips on creating a study schedule, time management, and active learning strategies.
    • Mock Exams and Practice Questions: Discuss the importance of practicing with mock exams and solving practice questions to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.

    6:30 PM | DEVELOPING ESSENTIAL SOFT SKILLS 

    CFA Society New York Q & A with Student Speaker: Eva Dong & James Tantachuco, CFA

    • Benefits of the CFA Designation: Discuss the professional recognition, increased earning potential, and enhanced credibility associated with the CFA.
    • Networking and Career Guidance
    • Mentorship Programs: Highlight the benefits of mentorship and discuss opportunities for students to connect with CFA charterholders.
    • Importance of Soft Skills: Emphasize the role of soft skills in professional success, such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership.

    6:45 PM | Q&A

    7:00 PM | CLOSING REMARKS & RESOURCES

    Sponsorship Overview

    For over 80 years, CFA Society New York—formerly known as New York Society of Security Analysts (NYSSA)—has been a leading forum for the exchange of information among investment professionals. Our mission is to raise standards of practice in the industry for the ultimate benefit of society. Towards that goal, CFA Society New York content is curated by volunteer practitioner interest groups that strive to shape the future of the industry. A bold line exists between the financial support by organizations to maintain the quality of our programming and the selection of speakers who contribute to dialogue in our community. To that end, a ceaseless commitment to transparency is something we consider foundational to our cause.

    Please be advised of the following information related to Society sponsorship and support:

    Through financial support and other means of in-kind support, each event sponsor, event partner, event co-host and organizational partner of CFA Society New York plays a valuable role in the furtherance of the range of forward-thinking initiatives that underpin the Society’s values, and toward our mission to deliver Society content and programming of the highest quality and standard.

    CFA Society New York thanks all of its sponsors, event-related affiliates and organizational partners for helping us continue to shape the conversation of the investment community.

    Legal Notice and Disclaimer

    CFA Society New York (including its employees and agents) assumes no responsibility for presenters or consequences resulting from the use of information or content of such information presented, including (but not limited to) errors or omissions, the accuracy or reasonableness of factual or scientific assumptions, studies or conclusions, the defamatory nature of statements, ownership of copyright or other intellectual property rights, and the violation of property, privacy, or personal rights of others. The CFA Society New York is not responsible for, and expressly disclaims all liability for, damages of any kind arising out of use, reference to, or reliance on such information. No guarantees or warranties, including (but not limited to) any express or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular use or purpose, are made by CFA Society New York with respect to such information. CFA Society New York does not endorse, approve, or certify such information, nor does it guarantee the accuracy, completeness, efficacy, timeliness, or correct sequencing of such information. All presentations represent the opinions of the presenters and do not represent the position or the opinion of CFA Society New York or its members. Reference by the presenters to any specific commercial product, process or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, and corporation or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by CFA Society New York.

    CFA Society New York strives to be a community for diverse opinions and differing perspectives, and the views and opinions expressed by speakers, presenters and/or organizers at events do not necessarily state or reflect those of CFA Society New York.

    CFA Society New York expects all attendees to comply with CFA Society New York’s Code of Conduct while attending CFA Society New York events or meetings. CFA Society New York expressly reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to grant or deny access to any individual, or to expel any individual from any CFA Society New York event or meeting.

    Inclement weather

    CFANY reserves the right to cancel or reschedule all in-person events within 48 hours when inclement weather has been forecasted and travel is restricted by city officials.  The program may also be produced solely via livestream in such circumstances.  Please note the cancellation policy regarding refunds and substitutions.

    Refunds, Cancellations, and Substitutions

    • 72 HOURS ADVANCED NOTICE OR MORE:
      • Full refund issued
    • WITHIN 48 HOURS OR AFTER EVENT HAS STARTED:
      • No refund

    All requests for cancellation or refunds must be sent to cfanyevents@cfany.org.

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