Varsity Tutors offers one of the most comprehensive Kansas City CFA prep course products available today. CFA, or Chartered Financial Analyst, is a credential given to financial professionals who hold a bachelor's degree, meet minimum work experience requirements, and successfully pass a sequence of three standardized exams. Meeting all three criteria is tough, and only approximately 150,000 people worldwide hold official CFA designations.
The standardized exams associated with CFA certification are the hardest step for many individuals, but we can help. Each test is numbered (Levels I, II, and III) and must be taken in sequential order. Each exam lasts six hours split into morning and afternoon testing sessions of three hours each. If you would like to learn more about how to approach these challenging exams, contact us today or keep reading to learn more about the benefits of taking a Kansas City CFA class.
What topics are generally covered in a Kansas City CFA course?
Contrary to what you may believe, all three Levels cover the same topics: corporate finance, portfolio management, economics, ethics, etc. The difference is that each test goes into more detail than the last and adopts a slightly different structure. For example, the Level I exam consists entirely of multiple-choice questions (240 to be precise). If you're ever unsure of an answer, your teacher can show you how to rule out obviously incorrect answer choices so that you can take an educated guess. There's no penalty for guessing on the CFA Exam, so it behooves you to try to answer every question.
The Level II Exam is similar to Level I, except that you only have to answer half of the questions (120) in the same time frame. The wrinkle is that every item is associated with a vignette: either a reading passage or graph that you'll need to consult in order to determine the answer. If you're not confident in your information retention skills, your teacher can demonstrate active reading techniques to help you remember more of the data presented to you. For example, you are permitted to mark up your test booklet as much as you like, so taking notes as you go along may prove beneficial.
While the afternoon session of the Level III test is similar to Level II, the morning session is comprised entirely of constructed response items. Your teacher may show you how to sketch out a quick outline to make it easier to organize your thoughts and commit them to the page.
What are the benefits of enrolling in a Kansas City CFA course?
Every Kansas City CFA class we provide involves a group of students meeting their instructor digitally over our exclusive Live Learning Platform. Varsity Tutors thoroughly vets every instructor, so you can count on receiving guidance from a skilled communicator who understands how to share their CFA knowledge with students. Our platform also supports video chat, so asking for help is as it would be in a more traditional learning environment.
Our Live Learning Platform also works on mobile devices, allowing you to study wherever would be most convenient for you. Most students choose to study at home to guarantee a distraction-free experience, but you can also take out your tablet at your favorite restaurant or even a local college such as Rockhurst College or the University of Missouri - Kansas City if you want. You don't need to worry about study efficiency either, as powerful features such as a virtual whiteboard give you an experience comparable to a physical classroom.
You can also see and hear your classmates on our proprietary platform, allowing you to work together as you pursue academic success. For instance, if you have a better grasp of derivatives than one of your classmates, you can help them with the concept while your teacher is working with somebody else. Similarly, another student's memorization trick for how to report financial transactions may prove beneficial for you as well. It may seem counterintuitive, but this collaborative learning environment can make it easier to learn challenging concepts.
We also try to make attending a course as flexible as possible. You can arrange private study sessions with your instructor on an as-needed basis, giving you access to personalized extra help. We also offer multiple course sessions simultaneously, including two and four-week courses to make it easier to find a fit for your busy itinerary.
Can I enroll in a Kansas City CFA course today?
Sure. Just contact Varsity Tutors using the info on this page to learn more about how to sign up for a comprehensive Kansas City CFA class. We look forward to hearing from you!
Jean: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...in never giving up and we can all succeed with a little help from YOUR village. I am a retired Army Veteran who served over 23 years. I spent the last 4 years of my military career in the adult learning arena teaching organizational leadership. I volunteered with Junior Achievement to teach elementary school kids...
Education & Certification
- Thomas Edison State College - Bachelor in Arts, Social Sciences
- University of Phoenix-Online Campus - Masters in Business Administration, International Business
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CSCP - Certified Supply Chain Professional
- Six Sigma
- Reading Comprehension Class
- +50 subjects
Andrew: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...I received my Bachelor of Arts in Finance (summa cum laude) and Master of Arts in Economics. I also am Eagle Scout and hold the Chartered Financial Analyst designation. I have worked and traveled the globe, including time spent in institutional money management at Citigroup and UBS in London, England as well as in entrepreneurial...
Education & Certification
- The University of Alabama - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
- The University of Alabama - Master of Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- GMAT
- Business
- +10 subjects
Thomas: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...in Mathematics but quickly decided to dual-major in Mathematics and Economics in order to explore practical applications. While I continued my studies in liberal arts, slowly but surely I developed a passion for finance which guided me beginning my career at a multi-family office advising clients in portfolio management. While working in a number of...
Education & Certification
- Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Algebra 2
- Finance
- Algebra
- +11 subjects
Tim: Kansas City CFA course instructor
I am a tutor with experience in Finance, Accounting and Economics. I am happy to help students learn and advance their professional and academic careers. Personally, I am married with three kids. I teach online in the subjects mentioned above. While working professionally in finance is my occupation, teaching is what I truly love.
Education & Certification
- Missouri State University-Springfield - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- Maryville University of Saint Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Business and Managerial Economics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Series 7
- CPA
- Cost Analysis
- +32 subjects
Asif Mahmood: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...experience working in different industries as a finance professional. I love to break down complex concepts into simple language and teach students in an easy-to-understand manner. I am also an MBA graduate with a GMAT score of 660 and an IELTS score of 8. I look forward to teaching students to help them achieve the...
Education & Certification
- Jahangirnagar University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
- University of Iowa - Masters in Business Administration, Investments and Securities
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- Calculus
- Programming Languages
- +34 subjects
Zachary: Kansas City CFA course instructor
Recent graduate from the Masters program in Finance from the University of Miami. Looking to help students expand their understanding of Math, Finance, and Economics.
Education & Certification
- Florida State University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- University of Miami - Master of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- SIE
- Series 7
- +35 subjects
Brandon: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...work and that is the driving reason for providing tutoring to students. I have an excellent and well rounded mix of professional experience and educational foundation which allows me to bring context and examples to topics in order to help students fully understand the concepts being learned. I initially received an undergraduate degree in Information...
Education & Certification
- Texas Tech University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Information Technology
- The University of Texas at Austin - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Business Analytics
- Finance
- High School Accounting
- +7 subjects
Ryan: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...for as long as I can remember. I love sharing this passion with those looking for help and support along their academic and professional journey. I have a Bachelors degree in Accounting from Florida Gulf Coast University in sunny Florida and a Masters degree in Accounting from the Fischer School of Accounting at the University...
Education & Certification
- Florida Gulf Coast University - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- CPA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- College Math
- +12 subjects
Joshuah: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...Sciences; passed the SIE, Series 63, 65, and 7 on the first attempts, and have passed the Level I CFA exam. All of which are completely unimportant because it's not about me, it's about how I can help you (and I can)! Whether you know what you need to know, or are completely lost, I...
Education & Certification
- Excelsior College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Series 24
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 86
- +14 subjects
PAUL: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...financial consulting firm. I am a Deloitte and World Bank trained Corporate Finance professional with over 15+ years experience performing financial analyses on firms, building 3-statement financial models, analyzing treasury and derivative instruments, performing treasury accounting, analysing financial statements, and conducting long and short-term financial forecasting. From my background and formal training over many years,...
Education & Certification
- Pace University-New York - Master of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Microsoft Excel
- College Business
- AP Calculus AB
- +29 subjects
Cheryl: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...well as an Adjunct Professor. I have experience teaching in person and online. I believe in helping students get from point A to point B and making sure that they understand their subject areas of focus. I am a hands on coaching through encouragement type of tutor. I use 7 different formats to reach the...
Education & Certification
- Atlanta Metropolitan College - Associates, Mathematics
- American InterContinental University-Atlanta - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- ASVAB
- Pre-Algebra
- ACCUPLACER College-Level Math
- +42 subjects
Evan: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...your coursework - whether that be high school work, undergraduate/graduate level Finance, Economics, Math, or Accounting work, or CFA exam prep I graduated Summa Cum Laude (top 5% of my class) from Northwestern University with a degree in economics. I subsequently passed all 3 levels of the CFA examination process. I have worked in Investment...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Series 63
- Series 7
- Series 24
- +27 subjects
Tanvi: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...well as my professional background has allowed me to develop the strategies and skill set needed to effectively tutor the students. I possess a Master of Business Administration degree and have also completed Specialized Corporate finance courses from UC Berkeley. I have taught Finance specialization courses at the college level to MBA students and to...
Education & Certification
- Gujarat Technological University - Master of Science, Finance
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Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- Personal Finance
- Economics
- +9 subjects
Christopher: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...I have had extensive experience with the CFA level 1 and 2. The CFA is a professional exam for the gold standard in investment management and analysis. My degree is in financial calculus (management), economics, and entrepreneurship. Professionally I'm a equity trader, software business to business account executive (sales), and small business owner (music and...
Education & Certification
- Western Kentucky University - Bachelor of Science, Financial Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Exam FM - Financial Mathematics
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 66
- +51 subjects
Matthew: Kansas City CFA course instructor
I'm a financial professional working in private equity and have strong math, financial, accounting, economics, and science background. My undergrad was in engineering so I am well-versed in a wide variety of topics and look forward to helping you!
Education & Certification
- Texas A M University-College Station - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
- The University of Texas at Austin - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- IB Economics
- Calculus 2
- High School Accounting
- +41 subjects
Amit: Kansas City CFA course instructor
Education & Certification
- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- SIE
- CPA
- Corporate Finance
- +18 subjects
Alexander: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...areas of finance, accounting, valuation, economics, particularly those currently seeking or contemplating completing the CFA program, from which I successfully obtained my Charter. I have spent the entirety of my professional career in corporate finance, accounting/controlling, and investing, specifically in technology, media/internet, and telecommunications, from startups to multinational corporations, domestically and internationally. Along the way,...
Education & Certification
- Stanford University - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
- University of Oxford - Master of Arts, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Financial Accounting
- Economics
- Professional Certifications
- +6 subjects
John: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...students through the process of learning. I believe in instilling students with problem solving skills to enhance their educational endeavors for a lifetime. I believe in utilizing strategies of learning from my backgrounds in Communication Studies, Women's Studies Gender Studies, and Social Work. I believe in the potential for any student to achieve an A...
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- Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
- Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Exam PA - Predictive Analytics
- Exam FM - Financial Mathematics
- FE Exam - Professional Licensed Engineer Fundamentals of Engineering Exam
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Ben: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...investment research, corporate strategy, corporate development/M&A, innovation strategy and change management. He has held prior roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, JPMorgan Chase, The Federal Reserve Bank of New York, ISI Group (now Evercore ISI) and in renewables/infrastructure private equity. He received a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis with Magna Cum Laude...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- New York University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- Real Estate License
- Algebra 2
- College Accounting
- +9 subjects
Ann: Kansas City CFA course instructor
...relevant to the student, particularly that student who doesn't have a strong background in the subject. I have been tutoring and mentoring for many years, and find that my own understanding of a subject is improved with each person I that I teach. I hold a BS in Accounting from the University at Buffalo (SUNY),...
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CFA
- SEE - Special Enrollment Exam
- Real Estate License
- CPA
- +61 subjects