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With Schweser’s 7-Day Free Trial, you can experience how the core study tools complement each other, giving you concise and comprehensive coverage of the entire CFA Program curriculum.
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Free CFA Level I Flashcards

Try our free CFA Level I Flashcards on any device to get a feel for just how easy it can be to study on-the-go.

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Join the expert instructors at Kaplan Schweser for a series of informative videos for new and aspiring financial professionals. Get proven exam tips and strategies, the latest news and updates, and financial industry insights.
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Free CFA Diagnostic Exam

Considering the CFA charter? Get an idea of your baseline knowledge of the Level I CFA Program curriculum in this free 60-question diagnostic exam.
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Schweser’s Monthly Candidate Guide

Schweser is here to help you on the journey to exam day. Each month, our Candidate Guide will offer you our free resources that we think will best enhance your study plan.
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Sign up now to receive a CFA Program practice question for your exam level directly in your inbox each day! Daily questions will continue until Exam Day.
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eBook: Before You Decide to Sit for the CFA Program Exam

Over 100 CFA charterholders who have successfully gone through the program, give advice on what it takes to earn the charter and succeed in the investment industry. Get The Guide
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eBook: CFA Program Fundamentals

Unlock up-to-date information about the CFA Program and all ten CFA curriculum topics. Each chapter concludes with topic-specific practice questions and in-depth answer explanations.
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CFA Exam Level I Videos

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TI Ball Calculator Basics for the CFA Exam

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CFA Exam Level I Product Samples

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SchweserNotes Sample

SchweserNotes™ include reviews and quizzes for each CFA exam Learning Outcome Statement (LOS) reading making it easier to study in shorter segments. This SchweserNotes™ sample introduces the Portfolio Management topic to Level I candidates.
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Schweser's Secret Sauce® Sample

Kaplan Schweser's Secret Sauce® contains concise explanations about major parts of the CFA Program curriculum. This Secret Sauce® sample gives you a glimpse into how we help level I candidates for Portfolio and Wealth Management.
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Schweser's Quicksheet Sample

Kaplan Schweser QuickSheets provide essential curriculum formulas, definitions, and concepts in an easy-to-learn format. This Quicksheet sample includes critical Level I concepts for ethical and professional standards and quantitative methods topics.
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CFA Institute Question Review Videos

These review videos walk you through the CFA Institute Program curriculum end-of-reading questions. CFA instructors will guide you through the questions with expert advice and strategies. This video sample discusses a time value of money question.

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