CFA® Program print curriculum information
Download the digital CFA Program curriculum or purchase the print curriculum after registration.
Digital curriculum
The digital curriculum is provided for use on various devices.
Candidates can use the Learning Ecosystem (LES), a one-stop digital platform that consolidates the entire curriculum and all existing study tools.
Print curriculum
The print version provides the curriculum as a set of six volumes and can be purchased separately.
How CFA Program candidates can access the curriculum
CFA Program candidates have access to the digital curriculum once they complete exam registration. Candidates can also buy the print curriculum after registration by logging into candidate resources and selecting the print curriculum option.
How CFA Institute members access the curriculum
CFA Institute members have access to the curriculum free of charge by downloading Refresher Readings, which are also eligible for Professional Learning (PL) credit. Members may also buy the print curriculum by ordering through Macmillian or one of their retail partners.
Shipping details, customs fees, and refund policies vary based on your location and which retail partner you purchase from.
CFA Program curriculum FAQs
When do CFA Program candidates receive access to the digital curriculum?
CFA Program candidates receive access to the digital curriculum after completing exam registration and logging into Candidate Resources.
Can CFA Program candidates purchase the print curriculum?
Yes. After exam registration, CFA Program candidates may purchase the print curriculum by logging into Candidate Resources and selecting the print curriculum option.
Do CFA Institute members receive access to the curriculum?
Yes. CFA Institute members can access the curriculum free of charge by downloading Refresher Readings, which are also eligible for Professional Learning (PL) credit.
Can CFA Institute members order the print curriculum?
Yes. CFA Institute members may purchase the print curriculum by ordering through Macmillan Learning or one of its authorized retail partners.
Are shipping costs and refund policies the same for all print curriculum orders?
No. Shipping details, customs fees, and refund policies vary depending on your location and the retail partner from which the print curriculum is purchased.
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