CFA Eligibility: Institute, Program, Level 1,2,3, Become Charter Holder, Salary, 2023

CFA Institute Eligibility

Here is a list of eligibility requirements from the CFA Institute that the candidate needs to follow so they are eligible to apply for the program:

• Proof of education (degree, mark sheet, etc)
• Work experience separated from the time of the candidate’s degree. Work experience and education cannot overlap. Work experience has to be separate.
• The candidate should have 4000 hours of professional work experience in the related field.
• Candidate must have 4 years of work experience related to investment to apply as a member at the CFA Institute. Check: Why study CFA?
• Candidates must be ready to show proof of employment for work experience criteria (offer letter, salary slips, or any other valid document)

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CFA Program General Eligibility

There is tough competition to gain admission at the CFA Institute. The candidates have to meet all the required eligibility criteria or they will not be held valid to apply for admission. Here is a list of the required eligibility criteria for the CFA Institute:

• A valid bachelor’s degree in the same or related field of interest from a recognized university.
• Candidates who are still completing their bachelor’s degree are welcome to apply but have to graduate and finish their degree before starting level 2 of the CFA course.
• The candidate should have an international passport and a valid visa.
• The candidates should have minimum work experience in the CA filed for 4000 hours.
• The candidate is required to be fluent in English.
• Will be required to sign a statement of Professional Conduct.

Learn more: CFA Full Details

CFA Level 1 Eligibility

The candidates need to follow all the required guidelines to be deemed eligible for the CFA level 1 exam. Here are the eligibility criteria for CFA level 1, for the candidate to be eligible to appear in the exam:

• Candidate should have a valid bachelor’s degree in a related field of interest from a recognized university.
• Candidate should have 4000 hours of professional work experience that should not overlap with their education period. Check: CFA Level 1 Salary
• Show proof of education and work experience. Refusal to show proof can make the candidate get disqualified and their registration will be cancelled. Disciplinary action can also be taken by the CFA Board.
• Valid international passport.
• Should be fluent in English.
• Should pay registration and exam fees.
• Fill out the professional conduct form and submit it.

Also Check: CFA Level 1 Registration

CFA Level 2 Eligibility

Here is a list of the eligibility requirements for CFA Level 2:

• Candidate should have passed the CFA Level 1 exam.
• Hold a degree from a recognized university or board.
• Candidate should have 4 years of professional work experience.
• Candidates should provide and submit all required documents and passports for verification.
• Candidate should be fluent in English.

Also Check: CFA Level 2 Registration

CFA Level 3 Eligibility

Here is a list of the required eligibility criteria for CFA Level 3:

• Candidate should have passed the CFA Level 1 and Level 2 exam.
• Should have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
• Should have at least 4 years of professional work experience
• Should have a valid international passport.
• Should be fluent in English.