Please access your eBook as soon as possible in order to ensure your eBook has been installed correctly and is working properly.

1. Use the following activation URL: http://store.vitalsource.com/redeem/[CFA Curriculum Authorization Code]
2. Select "Register Here" to create a new account. (If you have already created an account, please refer to the Returning Bookshelf Users instructions below.)
3. Complete the New User form using the information below:
   
   

   First Name: [Owner First Name]
   Last Name: [Owner Last Name]
   Email Address: [Owner Email Address]

   Select "Save."

4. When the Redemption Code is displayed; please click "Redeem." Once the eBook code is redeemed, a success message is displayed and an email is sent to you. Note: You will only need to redeem your code once.
5. To access your eBook, go to Bookshelf Online: http://online.vitalsource.com. Use the email and password you set up to login.
6. Review the Vital Source Technologies, Inc. End User License Agreement.
7. With the Accept License Agreement checked, click "Continue."
8. Click on the title of the book you wish to read.

You have the option to download the eBook to your computer or use it online.

1. Use the following activation URL: http://store.vitalsource.com/redeem/[CFA Curriculum Authorization Code]
2. Enter your Email address and password to login.
3. The Redemption Code is displayed; please click "Redeem". If the eBook code is redeemed, a Success message is displayed and an email is sent to you.

To access your eBook,

1. Go to Bookshelf Online: http://online.vitalsource.com.
2. Use your email address and password to login.
3. Click on the title of the book you wish to read.

To redeem your code through your downloaded version:

1. Launch the VitalSource Bookshelf application.
2. Select on "Account Menu" and select "Redeem Code". Enter the redemption code.
3. Select the "Redeem" button.

NOTE: to avoid errors, please copy/paste the eBook code.

Candidates can now download their curriculum on up to two compatible mobile devices in addition to two personal computers. More information is available at: http://www.vitalsource.com/iphone.

To download the program to your personal computer, use the following instructions:

1. Use the following URL: http://www.vitalsource.com/software/bookshelf
2. Once VitalSource Bookshelf is installed, launch the VitalSource Bookshelf application from your desktop.
3. Enter your Email address and password to log in (must be the same information you used to redeem your code).
4. Your book list and books will begin to download for you automatically.
5. If you would like to redeem an additional code, please go to the "Account Menu" and select "Redeem Code". Enter the redemption code and click the "Redeem" button.

NOTE: to avoid errors, please copy/paste the eBook code.

An optional print version of the CIPM curriculum is available to candidates through Amazon’s CreateSpace print on demand website for a total cost of $40 plus shipping and handling. The material contained in the printed version is identical to the content in the eBook version provided with your registration.

Although both CIPM program level passwords are provided in your candidate account (login required), Principles candidate should not purchase the Expert curriculum until they are eligible to sign up for the Expert level of the program because the curriculum often changes slightly between exam windows.

Log in to your CFA Institute account for links and passwords to print your curriculum.

For any additional questions, please contact CFA Institute Customer Service at info@cfainstitute.org.