Chartered Financial Analyst - CFA
A professional designation given by CFA Institute (formerly AIMR) that measures the competence and integrity of financial analysts. Candidates are required to pass three levels of exams covering areas such as accounting, economics, ethics, money management, and security analysis.
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Before you can become a CFA charterholder you must have a minimum of three years of investment/financial experience. To enroll in the program you must hold a bachelors degree.
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See also: Analyst, Certified Financial Planner
Also spelled: CFA