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Topic Name: Value of the CFA
Message Name: Tests easy but the right job ?!?!?
Date Posted: 08/19/2002
Message: I was thinking about registering for the CFA exam in 2003 but I am worried about not getting the job experience to qualify for the designation. I would hate to pass all three levels and have my time expire due to no applicable job experience. If I understand correctly to qualify a person must be making investment decisions 50% of the time. I have a current opportunity in the back office (It sucks but its a shitty market) but I know that apples and oranges when comparing the skill sets. Can AIMR help a person who is passing tests get into a position so he can eventually qualify for the CFA. If I sign up I would wait until I complete level 2 before trying appeal for an opportunity to gain the necessary experience. Any comments advice is welcomed? Thanks

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