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CFA Institute Investment Foundations® Program Benefits

Empower yourself with a practical introduction to complex financial markets and investment management.

Investment Foundations Program Benefits

Learn how the Investment Foundations Program can benefit you. Study with our user-friendly Learning Ecosystem and take the test anytime within six months of registering.

  • brain connections icon Confidence

    Learn how your role fits within the complex global industry so you can contribute meaningfully to conversations and decisions.

  • connections icon Clarity

    Acquire a common understanding of industry structure and vocabulary, regardless of your role or geographic location.

  • three people icon Collaboration

    Gain the knowledge to collaborate effectively with investment management professionals worldwide and raise your professional competence.

Curriculum: What you'll learn in the Investment Foundations Program

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What Does the CFA Institute Investment Foundations Exam Look Like?

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