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YesterdayScholar-Level 17
Hi.
- Guaranteed Interviews: Students who clear CFA Level 1 are given access to 700+ core finance job opportunities and guaranteed 5 interview opportunities, tailored to their preferred companies.
- Interview Preparation: The institute offers expert-led interview preparation, including rigorous mock interviews
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3 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
Hello Rahul!
You can go for MBA as it will help you with core knowledge and then go for investment banking courses from IIM SKILLS.
Investment banking would be more preferable amongst them. It will cover all your requirements.
Best Investment banking courses in Hyderabad -
IIM SKILLS' comprehensive Investment Banking programme is expertly structured by subject-matter experts, covering every topic from basic to advanced levels. making you job-ready as soon as you complete the course. Moreover, the course curriculum is entirely focused on making you job-ready upon completion.
It is aligned with industry standards and best practices, mak
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a month agoContributor-Level 7
No, a CFA is not required for financial modeling because the skills are practical and applicable in areas such as investment banking and corporate finance.
However, the CFA qualification adds credibility, particularly for careers in portfolio management and leadership, and obtaining both is sometimes viewed as a powerful combination that provides a competitive advantage.
Many individuals begin with financial modeling to gain practical expertise before pursuing the CFA designation to advance their careers
Best financial modelling course in India -
Financial modeling is the process of creating a summary of a company's expenses a
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a month agoContributor-Level 7
Great choice! Finance and wealth management offer excellent career opportunities.
Given your B.Com (H) background, the IIM SKILLS Financial Modeling and Valuation Course is an ideal starting point. Here's why it suits your profile:
Course Benefits
5-month live online program with instructor-led sessions
2-month guaranteed paid internship to gain practical experience
4+ live capstone projects for hands-on learning
100% placement support
This programme bridges the gap between academic knowledge and industry requirements, equipping you with essential skills like financial modeling, valuation techniques, and investm
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a month agoContributor-Level 8
You can certainly puruse CFA however, why not dip your hands first in Financial Modelling and Evaluation? It will certainly open more pathways besides being a chartered financial Analyst.
Find Short term courses (6-10 month period), that also give you a taste of practical experience/ projects so that it builds up not only your knowledge but also your experience confidence.
Personally I know one such institute that does a great job. IIM Skills Financial Modelling and Evaluation was something my friend enrolled not too long back and he only had good words to say.
You should of course look into other options as well. But he mentioned h
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2 months agoContributor-Level 8
Absolutely! There are lots of career paths you can choose to study or pursue post your engineering into the finance world. Financial Modelling and Evaluation is a great way to break into the subject to pursue your goal of a financial Analyst.
There are various ways to approach this. The self learning way by checking courses on Udemy and youtube ( Valuation School is a great channel to go to for it)
But, I always believe a hand of mentorship / guidance makes a big difference when you're tackling a new field altogether. So do your due diligence with your research to see all the institutes /online c
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3 months agoContributor-Level 10
The passing rate for CFA exams helps you set realistic goals and track progress. As per the official website of the CFA Institute, the pass rate of the CFA Level I exam is between 43 and 45%; for CFA Level II exams, the passing rate usually fluctuates between 39 and 54%; and the CFA Level III exam pass rate is around 48%. This data is based on the recently administered exams in 2024 and 2025.
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3 months agoContributor-Level 10
The general CFA course duration is 3 years to 4 years, which includes the completion of all 3 levels with a recommended study time of 300 hours per level. It is important for you to note that if you wish to use the CFA Charterholder designation, you should have a minimum of 4,000 hours of relevant work experience, completed in a minimum of 3 years. You can work while studying as well, so no need to worry at all.
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