If you're studying for the Series 24, then you may be interested in taking a Series 24 course from Varsity Tutors. You can easily sign up for a Series 24 class when you reach out to us today. Or, you can continue reading for more information on how Series 24 courses can help you get more out of your study sessions.
This exam is also commonly called the General Securities Principal Qualification Examination. The goal of the test is to assess the competency of candidates who are preparing for a job as a general securities principal. Brokers and financial advisors are some of the most common groups of professionals who take the Series 24. The exam consists of 150 scored questions and 10 unscored questions. You'll have three hours and forty-five minutes to complete your test and must get at least 70% of the questions correct in order to pass. Series 24 classes can help you prepare for this challenging exam.
Before diving into how a Series 24 prep course could help you get ready for your upcoming test, here's some information on the exam's eligibility requirements:
Series 24 Exam Eligibility Requirements
- Sponsorship from a FINRA member firm or other applicable self-regulatory organization (SRO) member firm.
- Passing of the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam AND one other representative-level qualification exam:
- Series 7 (General Securities Partner)
- Series 57 (Trader Principal)
- Series 79 (Investment Banking Principal)
- Series 82 (Private Securities Offerings Principal)
- Series 86/87 (Research Principal)
- -OR-
- Passing of the Series 16 exam
Signing up for a Series 24 course is a unique way to prepare for your exam because it gives you the chance to work directly with your educator through a series of one-on-one Series 24 prep classes. This setting means that you can get a customized lesson plan from your instructor that reflects your specific academic needs. When you sign up for a Series 24 class, you won't need to worry about wasting time on topics that you already understand. Series 24 prep courses are a streamlined experience that may help you progress at a quicker rate than other test preparation options. Additionally, your Series 24 prep class will be flexible to ensure that you don't have to make too many scheduling sacrifices when you sign up. Thus, this is a realistic option for even the busiest working professionals.
Below, you'll see a breakdown of the question types you'll encounter while taking the Series 24 examination:
| Series 24 Section | Focus | # Questions |
| Section 1 | Supervision of Registration of Broker-Dealer and Personnel Management Activities | 9 |
| Section 2 | Supervision of General Broker-Dealer Activities | 45 |
| Section 3 | Supervision of Retail and Institutional Customer-Related Activities | 32 |
| Section 4 | Supervision of Trading and Market Making Activities | 32 |
| Section 5 | Supervision of Investment Banking and Research | 32 |
Your Series 24 class instructor can also help you deal with any test-taking issues you may have encountered in the past. For example, if you're someone who's previously dealt with test anxiety, your educator can show you exercises you can do to remain calm while taking your exam. They can also provide you with tips for managing your time better if you need assistance with that. Taking a Series 24 course is truly a well-rounded learning experience.
Getting started as a general securities principal may involve taking the Series 24 exam. If you've decided to take this test and would like some help preparing for it, then consider taking a Series 24 class with Varsity Tutors. You can get started with the study supplement of your choice quickly when you contact us today. This can be a difficult exam to study for on your own. Why not let us help you get more out of your study sessions? We hope to hear from you soon and would love to help you pursue your test goals.
Pamela: Series 24 course instructor
...Services industry and have experience in professional speaking, presentation skills and Train the Trainer classes. I enjoy making a connection with my students (regardless of subject matter or age of learner) and thoroughly understanding their needs and objectives. I think mutual learning can occur from either a teacher or student position and I firmly believe that we should always be learning something new! I am huge proponent of continually improving oneself and believe lifelong learning...
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor of Science, International Marketing
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 22
- Series 66
- Series 52
- +69 subjects
David: Series 24 course instructor
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 10
- Series 65
- Series 63
- +16 subjects
Victoria: Series 24 course instructor
...a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about business, economics, leadership, personal finance, and securities licensing. In my experience helping students prepare for complex exams, we always seem to have the most success when we have discovered the student's learning style and thought-process. I believe learning should be an engaging, inspiring activity where the student can envision how their new knowledge will apply to real-life scenarios. I am also a firm proponent of...
Education & Certification
- University of South Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Florida Atlantic University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 23
- Series 7
- Insurance License
- +35 subjects
edward: Series 24 course instructor
I am a person with an easy-going personality style with complete empathy for your situation. I am 100% committed I graduated from the University of South Florida in 1986 and got my Real Estate License from the State of Florida that same year. In addition, I achieved the status as a Licensed Real Estate Broker in 1992 and have owned and managed various brokerages throughout my career as the Broker of Record.
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 26
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 86
- +7 subjects
S: Series 24 course instructor
...time as well. For the past 7 years I have been a small business owner. I love the teaching and learning process. For several years I have taught skiing. Skiing is a superb example of a skill that can be broken down to basic components and mastered through practice, repetition, and awareness. This is how I approach teaching. Fundamentals are everything and learning happens by doing - whether it's body movements or analysis and problem...
Education & Certification
- The University of Montana - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
- Yale University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 65
- CFA
- +67 subjects
Garth: Series 24 course instructor
...I was responsible for mentoring and supporting associates tasked with passing various FINRA licenses, as well as the following exams: CRPC, CFP, ChFC. Additionally, I am a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). I have experience working with first time test takers as well as students who require multiple attempts. Additionally, my background prepares me to tutor students in a variety of subjects including finance, economics, accounting, investing, and all business-related topics. I graduated from Loyola...
Education & Certification
- Lebanon Valley College - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Loyola University Maryland - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- CFP
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 65
- +26 subjects
Barrett: Series 24 course instructor
...winning is largely a function of how it's defined, I consider my own success to be helping my students along a journey to attaining their respective goals. But that journey begins with a first step, at times a humbling step. As a coach and mentor, I value my role as your trusted resource in helping you take those initial steps on your journey to passing the securities exam(s) and onward to a bright future!
Education & Certification
- Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
- Louisiana State University and Agricultural Mechanical College - Doctor of Laws, Law Enforcement Administration
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 51
- SIE
- Series 66
- +20 subjects
Karen: Series 24 course instructor
...business administration. In addition, I hold an English teaching certificate. Since I graduated, I've taught or coached in several areas. However, my primary focus has been on Series licensing. I help students with all licenses such as SIE, 6, 63, 7 65.66, 24 and many more. Many students struggle with the concepts of the SIE exam. I can break it down for you and relate it to something that makes sense for you.
Education & Certification
- Ashwood University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7
- Series 87
- Series 66
- +22 subjects
Mary: Series 24 course instructor
...top universities. At the time, O'Connor was the largest market maker in the U.S. financial options exchanges and had been looking to partner with a larger financial institution. The firm entered into a joint venture with Swiss Bank creating the opportunity to become part of a newly formed global team deployed as financial engineers in various financial centers - Chicago, Zurich, London, Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong. My assignment was in the bank's headquarters of Zurich,...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 42
- Series 62
- Series 5 - Interest Rate Options Exams
- +109 subjects
Edward: Series 24 course instructor
A 25 plus year veteran of the Financial Services industry. I have been involved with advising and counselling both clients and advisors, and am passionate about helping others learn how financial markets work. I have passed the Series 6, 7, 24, 26, and 66 exams, and held the Massachusetts Life and Health insurance licenses. I am a former youth and high school basketball coach, youth and high school football coach.
Education & Certification
- Western New England University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 26
- Series 79
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +24 subjects
Richard: Series 24 course instructor
I am an Investment Banker specializing in Healthcare and Manufacturing both for Capital Raises and Buy and Sell side.
Education & Certification
- Purdue University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
- Indiana University - Master of Science, Public Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7
- SIE
- Series 22
- +20 subjects
Aaron: Series 24 course instructor
...to do business and I strive to help others in their efforts to do business the right way. My expertise started long ago when I received my Bachelor's in Finance from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. During that time, I obtained my Series 7 and 66 licenses. Shortly after obtaining those licenses, I then obtained the Series 4, 24 and 53 licenses. To continue my pursuit of growth, I went on to earn my Certified Financial...
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska at Omaha - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- Kansas State University - Master of Science, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 53
- Series 4
- Series 65
- +7 subjects
Daniel: Series 24 course instructor
I have been in the financial service industry for over 18 years and I would like to pass on my knowledge and experiences so that others can benefit .
Education & Certification
- Saint Peters College - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7
- Series 4
- Series 9
- +4 subjects
Nhan: Series 24 course instructor
...I will start my Doctorate program for Business and Corporate Strategies in August 2019. My primary areas of focus are Finra licensing, such as Series 7 and Series 65, along with Economics, Finance and General Accounting. I believe in a thorough and rational approach to learning, where individual problem can be tackle using all available resources. By identify what works for each student, I will provide a unique learning framework for each session, so he...
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics
- Ohio University-Main Campus - Master of Science, Applied Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- CPA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 9
- +78 subjects
James: Series 24 course instructor
...I also began my professional career in the Financial Services Industry with the firm that later became Shearson American Express. At that firm I worked as a licensed stock, commodity, and insurance broker, earning the position of 2nd Vice President of Investments. By 1987, I had founded AISCO Holdings, Ltd., where I served as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and its Chairman of the Board. During my tenure, I held, among others, SEC Series Licenses...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Insurance License
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 63
- +24 subjects
Dennis: Series 24 course instructor
...accounting, finance, investments, FINRA licenses (SIE, Series 7 and 24). Practitioner and teacher, bonds and stock, trader, analyst and writer. I started at the NY brokerage firm Bear Stearns at 17 years old and earned some licenses along the way (7, 63, 55 and 24 supervisory principal). Life is easiest when armed with a variety of skill sets. So learn a little of everything but specialize in something that you feel like learning, even if...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 63
- +49 subjects
Ben: Series 24 course instructor
...demonstrate principles being taught. No one knows it all and we all need help. If you're looking for an edge in any of the areas of my expertise, invest in your future and let me help you get there faster and stronger. ------------------- My life mission has been analyzing the past in order to change the future. My core attributes are analysis, organization, and business communication. I have started and/or managed 6 companies, including marketing...
Education & Certification
- The University of Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington - Master in Management, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 63
- Series 7
- High School Accounting
- +43 subjects
Howard: Series 24 course instructor
Knowledge is power. If you need to help better understand the Series 7, 63 or 65 , consider me. My score on the Series 7 was 92.
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 9
- Insurance License
- Series 86
- +23 subjects
Brian: Series 24 course instructor
I have a BS in finance and economics, I worked as a financial analyst and investment specialist for a brokerage firm. I abruptly changed direction and joined the military where I spent close to a decade serving in the United States Army Special Forces. I approach tutoring with a "no quit" attitude as I have done with many things in my life. Together we will make it happen!
Education & Certification
- Johnson Wales University-Providence - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 10
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- +18 subjects
Danny: Series 24 course instructor
...senior NCO in the Army Reserve serving for 23 years. I've had the pleasure of mentoring training and leading sales people and soldiers most of my adult life and coaching and developing has been my passion. I have the Series 7 license, Series 66, Series 63, Series 24, and Series 9 and 10. In addition, I also have my New Jersey Life and Health Insurance licenses. I am here to help you develop a plan...
Education & Certification
- Pace University-New York - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 65
- Series 10
- Series 7
- +11 subjects