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Chartered Financial Analyst

Professional certification Finance and accounting
Granted by CFA Institute Usual length Two to four years Level Advanced

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What it is

The most senior certificate in investment and asset management, and the longest path: three successive levels in financial analysis, company valuation, portfolio management and professional ethics. Pass rates are low, and it is an investment of years rather than months.

Who it suits

People working in investment, asset management and financial analysis.

What it requires

A university degree or equivalent experience, with work experience required before the charter is finally awarded.

How it is earned

Three exams, each open only after the one before it, then documented experience and membership.

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