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5 Last-Minute CFA Exam Study Tips to Finish Strong

The episode is aimed squarely at candidates sitting Level I, II or III rather than at portfolio or practice management, so its relevance to a wealth firm is indirect. It may be of use to advisory or family office staff who are themselves preparing for the exam, or to those supporting colleagues who are.

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In this episode of Inside the CFA Program, Chris Wiese, managing director of education at CFA Institute, offers five last-minute study tips for candidates preparing for the CFA exam. The tips cover prioritising topics where remaining study time makes the biggest difference, getting more value from mock exams and practice questions by learning from mistakes, and practising under realistic exam-day conditions. He also addresses time management and avoiding the trap of chasing perfection, plus preparing for exam-day logistics.

  1. Prioritise the topics where remaining study time can make the biggest difference.
  2. Get more value from mock exams and practice questions by learning from mistakes.
  3. Practise under realistic exam-day conditions.
  4. Manage time and avoid the trap of chasing perfection, and handle exam-day logistics.

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