Studying the SIE with expert instructors handling the Kansas City SIE course with Varsity Tutors can have a positive impact on your review. The SIE or Securities Industry Essentials was created by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Many aspiring candidates from working professionals to students from the University of Missouri - Kansas City and Rockhurst University put a lot of effort and time in preparing for the test since it can open doors to their future career in the securities industry. When you study with the guidance of experienced SIE instructors, you can gain insights into the test that you might not have if you're studying on your own.
What are some of the topics a Kansas City SIE prep course can cover?
In the Kansas City SIE class, you'll learn more about the content and format of the exam. There are 75 multiple-choice questions and you need to get 70% to pass the test.
There are four different sections in the SIE and each section makes up a specific percentage of the total score. The first section is Knowledge of Capital Markets with 12 questions that make up 16% of the exam. Topics tested in this section include market structure, economic factors, and offerings; regulatory entities, agencies, and market participants. The second section is Understanding Products and Their Risks. This has 33 questions and corresponds to 44% of the exam. Topics tested include investment risks, real estate investment trusts (REITs), municipal fund securities, and MSRB rules. The third section is Understanding Trading, Customer Accounts, which has 23 questions that make up 31% of the exam. You'll be tested on topics like anti-money laundering, customer accounts, compliance consideration, and NASD rules. The fourth section is Prohibited Activities and Overview of the Regulatory Framework, which contains 7 questions that make up 9% of the exam. Topics tested include SEC rules, employee conduct, continuing education, and reportable events.
Besides providing a comprehensive review of the content of the exam, your Kansas City SIE class instructor can also give you helpful tips on how to efficiently answer questions in each section and some study techniques that can help you in your review.
What are the advantages of enrolling in a Kansas City SIE course?
With the course, you can be confident that you're learning the key concepts that will be tested in the SIE and that you are learning from people who have studied the test for many years. It can be confusing to study for any type of standardized exam, and for the SIE, it's important that you do it right since it serves as your ticket to the next specific business qualification exam. With the help of SIE instructors who have solid experience in the securities industry and SIE test prep experience, you can have a more organized and comprehensive review that you might not be able to experience if you are reviewing on your own.
If you hit a wall and can't understand concepts in subjects like Direct Participation Programs (DPPs), Exchange-traded Products (ETPs), Customer Account Registrations, or any other topic under the SIE, you can also request to meet your instructor outside of class in a 1-on-1 meeting so you can ask for clarifications or work on problems with your instructor's supervision. This personalized attention provided to you through the course can be a great way to address your core difficulties faster.
Another advantage of the Kansas City SIE class is that it's offered online. This takes away the hassle of commuting to a review center or trying to rearrange your entire schedule just to fit a review class. You can finish your review entirely online in virtual classrooms. You also learn in a comfortable, convenient, and safe environment in your home. All you need is your internet connection and you can join the live class where you can see, hear, and talk to your instructor and classmates as if you were in a physical classroom. We are able to offer many course time options as well. Whether you want to study in the morning or have more time in the evening, or if you prefer to enroll in a weekend course, we can help you find a course time that fits your schedule.
How can I enroll in a Kansas City SIE course?
If you are ready to start your SIE test prep, you can contact our educational consultants at Varsity Tutors and we can give you more details about our Kansas City SIE course such as what the course covers, current class offerings, and how you can sign up for the course.
Braden: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...Engineering graduate with a minor in economics from the University of Oklahoma living in Overland Park, Kansas. I have a passion for teaching college, high school, and middle schoolers math from Algebra to College Calculus, chemistry, and physics. In high school I took a variety of AP Tests: AP Chemistry-5, AP Physics 1-4, AP Calculus AB-5 AP US History-4, AP English Composition-4. I hope we are a great fit, and I can't wait for the...
Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Chemical Engineer, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 66
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Physical Chemistry
- +64 subjects
Daniel: Kansas City SIE course instructor
I am a CPA with a background in teaching and tutoring. I can work with you on most finance, business, and accounting subjects. I help simplify the material and highlight the core lessons. I've been told it's very effective and helpful!
Education & Certification
- Malone University - Bachelor in Arts, Organizational Leadership
- Baldwin-Wallace College - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 4
- +25 subjects
Vincent : Kansas City SIE course instructor
...MBA Graduate, and Lifelong Learner. I have successfully taken and passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), the General Securities Representative (Series 7), the Uniform Securities Agent State Law (Series 63), and the Uniform Investment Advisor Law (Series 65) examinations. Due to my experience in financial services, I will be able to incorporate real-world examples into my sessions in order to help students grasp and understand the material at hand. Let's get started!
Education & Certification
- University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics
- Georgian Court University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +14 subjects
Alexander: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...year on their first attempt! I know which methods work and which are a waste of precious effort! Working with me, you will have an expert partner to help encourage, teach, guide, collaborate, and hold you accountable for your goals! Over my academic and professional career, I've had the chance to help peers, colleagues, and students across various subjects, including English writing, SIE, Series 6/7/63/65/66 licensing, and the Certified Financial Planner designation. I also teach...
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-East - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 63
- +37 subjects
Lonie: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...a primary source of income; I teach because I enjoy helping others enough to do it in my spare time. People don't care what you know until they know that you care. I'm supposed to write something here about my own achievements. I have an impressive resume by most peoples' standards. But my achievements don't amount to anything unless they translate into helping YOU pass your exam. Let's just leave it at that.
Education & Certification
- Bowling Green State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, German
- West Virginia University - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
- Xavier University - Master of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Series 65
- Series 7
- +21 subjects
Peter: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...is Peter Elish and I am a tutor. You are entering a world where it is a "win win," meaning you help others with their finances and make money doing so. These licenses are so valuable, that you have the potential to make as much money, if not more money than doctors and lawyers. You do not need a secondary degree, you just need to pass the tests. You would want me as at tutor...
Education & Certification
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
- California University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 79
- CPA
- Series 27
- +42 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 86
- Series 63
- Series 7
- +10 subjects
Sean: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...topics in order to gain a deeper understanding and truly gain knowledge around different subjects. My ultimate goal is to get my students to the end goal of passing their exam as quickly and efficiently as possible. I received my undergraduate degree from Arizona State University and have been working as a Financial Advisor since 2019 obtaining multiple industry awards as well as managing my own book of business. I believe my firsthand experience gives me...
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 66
- Series 6
- +2 subjects
Ryan : Kansas City SIE course instructor
Hi, I am a writer of fiction and non-fiction. I worked as an award-winning journalist in Montana and Wisconsin and have been writing in some form for about 20 years. I am currently studying for FINRA's Series 7 exam.
Education & Certification
- The University of Montana - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Journalism
- Fiction Writing
- +12 subjects
Mary: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...derivatives career with O'Connor & Associates, the Chicago-based pioneer of options trading and risk management becoming a floor member of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange trading single stock options and futures. My training began in the trading pit, side by side senior traders for whom I would be responsible for tracking delta positions, hedging trades, communicating with the partners, and learning options theory to prepare for a three-week intensive in house options course in Chicago with...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 53
- Series 12 - NYSE Branch Manager
- CIMA
- +109 subjects
Joshuah: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...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 will make sure that we progress with content at a speed that fits you until you are confident for test day. There are no stupid questions, only impatient teachers. Don't wait, get help, pass your test!
Education & Certification
- Excelsior College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- CPA
- Series 24
- Series 7
- +14 subjects
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 63
- Series 66
- Series 7
- +24 subjects
Brett: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...that agreement because I gave my word. Since the four month window of time allowed by FINRA for candidates to pass the exams is considerably shorter than 13 months I agreed to with Varsity Tutors, you'll have already passed all your licenses well before that non-compete/non-solicitation period ends anyway, so no problem there. I have enjoyed my time with all the students I've helped to learn the material needed to pass their license exams and...
Education & Certification
- Belmont University Cum Laude - Bachelor of Science, General Studies
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 65
- Series 24
- +33 subjects
Donald: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...job as a Financial Manager. My passion for finance was sparked once I began my work as a financial manager. I applied for grad school and began my MBA with a concentration in finance shortly after from LSUS. It was at this point that I knew that I wanted to make finance a career. I currently hold the Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Financial Consultant and Retirement Income Certified Professional Designations. I also have great experience...
Education & Certification
- United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science, History
- Louisiana State University-Shreveport - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- CFP
- RICP - Retirement Income Certified Professional
- Series 7
- +35 subjects
Nancy: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...an MBA, and as former investment banker with many years of experience there (now retired), I enjoy teaching finance, accounting, and econ as well as the various secrutities licensing tests. But my avocations are history and literature and I love teaching them as well--whether through assisting with regular school homework and test preparation, or through SAT/ACT prep, or through AP/SAT subject test prep in English Literature, Human Geography, or American or World History.
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Harvard Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 66
- Series 63
- Series 7
- +83 subjects
Brendan Daniel : Kansas City SIE course instructor
...a degree in Psychology and a minor in Economics. Since graduation, I worked in asset management as a portfolio manager while pursuing my CFA, and recently founded my own firm. Currently, I am a level 3 CFA candidate and portfolio manager for my digital asset hedge fund. I focus on the fund's DeFi investment strategy, blockchain research, and protocol risk management. For students, (and interns), I have taught solidity, python, CFA level 1 and 2...
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 28
- Series 4
- Series 86
- +62 subjects
James: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...I am a licensed banker with JPMorgan Chase. I was a college baseball player at the University of Mount Union where I majored in Sport Business and Business management. Since then I have completed my MBA with Walden University in 2018 and will be completing my Masters of Science in Leadership and Management with Purdue Global in 2022. I have a passion for coaching and sharing my experiences in hopes of allowing other to realize...
Education & Certification
- University of Mount Union - Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management
- Walden University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 6
- Series 63
- College Business
- +32 subjects
Joyce: Kansas City SIE course instructor
Hello, I'm Joyce, and I'm here to help you excel in your academics. I hold a degree in Economics from Rutgers University, where I also pursued minors in International Relations and Korean. What sets me apart is my unique relationship with educationI graduated...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-Newark - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 86
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +31 subjects
John: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...Finance/Economics and have been working in market-oriented roles for the past 4 years. My most relevant experience is as an equity trader, where I was responsible for executing various equity and equity derivative products on behalf of hedge funds. Part of my background includes analyzing market trends, managing portfolio risk, and developing optimal trading strategies from both a fundamental and technical perspective. In addition to my professional experience, I am highly analytical, detail-oriented, and have...
Education & Certification
- Marist College - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Marist College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Series 63
- Series 57
- +20 subjects
Raman: Kansas City SIE course instructor
...teach my clients on how build a robust financial plan, however my passion goes beyond that. At Varsity Tutors, my vision is to help you achieve your goal of successfully passing the Series 7, Series 63, Series 65, Series 66, State Life & Health Insurance License, the CFP curriculum and the exam, ChFC curriculum and anything related to the finance and financial services industry. Reading material and memorizing it is one thing, understanding how to...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston-Downtown - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
- Rice University - Certificate, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- SIE
- Series 7
- Insurance License
- CFP
- +25 subjects