Part 3
Keep in mind, my marks are out end of July.
Steps to take for future
– Read all the Schweser study materials; go through it twice for sure, they are clear and concise; if you do not understand them, go through it again. If you still dont get it, go to the CFAI curriculum, find which study session it is and read from there. Dont get me wrong, CFAI books are very detailed and if you can go through those books twice, you are a rock star! but in the real world, people who have a family, work full time, and is always running around have no time for that.
– Please note you own these notes/books, so go ahead and use the highlighter, sticky notes, pen or pencil to make notes on the side. I have no idea why people dont make use of that.
– Make notes for readings you are not strong in and ASK QUESTIONS for what you don’t get. Schweser provides discussion forums and I always like reading those because they are helpful, if you are paying for it, then use it.
– Go through all the Schweser videos if time permits – they were helpful but I would not say they are a must, more like ‘nice to have.’
– Complete all the End of Chapter questions from CFAI books – IMPORTANT. And if time, go through the examples in the CFAI books, they are very helpful.
– Do Qbanks, only the intermediate/advanced level – this will improve your speed and tell what your strength and weaknesses are.
– Complete the CFAI Mock exams.
– Lastly, complete the Schweser Mock exams.
Did I follow this routine in June 2012? Somewhat… not really, but its my true opinion that if I had then I would have aced it for sure and I would have felt good after the exam. Anyways, if God forbids I fail (cross my fingers that Ii dont) I will follow this schedule for December 2012.
Good Luck to all the candidates!!!