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CFA
(Chartered Financial Analyst)
The CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation is a prestigious certification for investment professionals, administered by the CFA Institute. Earning a CFA charter requires passing three difficult exams (with pass rates typically below 50%), four years of qualified work experience, and commitment to ethical standards.
CFA charterholders typically work in portfolio management, M&A, equity research, and hedge funds. The program covers advanced topics like DCF valuation, EBITDA analysis, and NPV calculations. As of 2023, there are approximately 190,000 CFA charterholders globally, making it one of the most respected credentials in finance.
CFA charterholders typically work in portfolio management, M&A, equity research, and hedge funds. The program covers advanced topics like DCF valuation, EBITDA analysis, and NPV calculations. As of 2023, there are approximately 190,000 CFA charterholders globally, making it one of the most respected credentials in finance.