What is your pass rate?
Proactive Testing does not publicize its pass rate. We find, however, a high correlation between candidates’
SAT® math scores and pass rates. If you achieved at least 600 on the math part of the
SAT®, you will find the CFA® exams preparation manageable. On the other hand,
if you scored significantly below 600, the CFA® program will likely be an uphill battle,
especially the level II. You do not need to be a math wizard to tackle these exams, but a mastery of basic
algebra is critical.
How many hours of tutoring will I need?
Everyone is different and learns at a different pace. Proactive's teaching method, however, is efficient
and focused. Many clients have been happily surprised at how quickly they are able to navigate the curriculum
and absorb the material.
I have limited time before the exam date.
Can you tell me which topics that are most likely going to be tested so I can focus on those?
Proactive Testing does not recommend shortcuts when it comes to learning
the curriculum material. CFA Institute has been doing a good job of ensuring the exams over time cover the
curriculum comprehensively. In a given year, certain topics may be emphasized or omitted
on the actual exam, but usually it does not pay to leave any knowledge gaps. The last thing Proactive
Testing wants is clients’ encountering unanticipated topics during exam day.
What is the best way to prepare for the essay
portion of the level III exam?
In addition to tutoring the curriculum material, Proactive Testing provides a grading service that many
clients find useful. You can take the morning session of an old exam under test conditions, e-mail your
responses to us, and we will grade the exam, provide you with necessary feedback, and suggest how, what,
and how much to write.
For the essay portion of the level III exam,
how much should I write?
Use both the number of minutes allotted for each sub-question as well as the command words as a guide
as to what to write, how to write, and how much to write. Make sure your writings are clear both
content-wise as well as legibility-wise. Remember that each grader grades only one question throughout
the entire day and probably the entire duration of the volunteering grading period. If the grader finds
it difficult to read your writing or have to try hard to decipher what you mean, he or she could lose
patience quickly and give you fewer points than you might deserve otherwise.
Do you tutor remotely?
Yes! We have worked with clients from Los Angeles to Paris through the Internet using Skype.
Should I use the HP-12C
or the
Proactive Testing recommends the HP-12C platinum edition. It can compute standard deviation,
depreciation, and mortgage interest/principal breakdowns with ease and save candidates headache and
valuable time on exam day.
Do you recommend notes from a specific
provider?
Every study notes from major prep course providers has pluses and minuses. It is inappropriate for
us to criticize others openly. At our initial consultation meeting, however, we will gladly discuss
the comparative merits of those notes.
After meeting with Proactive Testing's instructor for a trial session, I immediately knew he would be my fit in pursuit of the
CFA accreditation. From the beginning, the instructor helped me create a personal plan of attack for both one-on-one
tutoring and individual study sessions. His guidance, teaching and comprehensive review made studying
for Level I easier than I ever thought it could be. He presents hard-to-understand concepts in ways that
make them easy to grasp.
When I walked out of the exam room, I felt a confidence not shared by many. It was a direct result of Proactive Testing instructor's assistance.
I look forward to working with him on Level II and beyond!
~ James G.
Institutional Equity Sales