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Join theCFA Society

of the UK

a great way to support my studies and

network with people in the same position.

Supporting you at every stage of your career

CFA Candidate membership


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The leading network for

investment professionalsAs a member of the CFA Society of the UK, you join over 9,500 like-minded people who recognise andshare your professional values.

Candidate membership

As a candidate in the CFA Program, you aredemonstrating your commitment to your career

development. CFA UK is here to support you atevery stage.

Candidate membership is especially tailored forindividuals working through the CFA Program.Our aim is to help you through your studies andearly career steps with practical advice.

Exclusive benefits

Candidate membership is designed to offer yousupport and networking opportunities. It enablesyou to meet with CFA specialists, industry expertsand your fellow candidates, both professionallyand socially.

Membership benefits include

Discounts on study materials

CFA Surgeries

Discounts on study programmes led by leadingtraining providers

Access to study groups

Briefings from CFA trainers and industryspecialists

Discounted entry to conferences, lectures andother events

Webcasts of past study sessions and events

Discounts on mock exam papers

Availability of scholarships

Subscription to the quarterly magazineProfessional Investor

Access to free social and networking events


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Supporting the next

generation of investmentprofessionalsYour time is precious. CFA UK recognises that completing the CFA Program requires determinationand commitment.

There are no short-cuts. Nothing can replace the rigorous study required by the CFA curriculum. Our aimis to provide you with the support you need to become a CFA charterholder.

CFA Surgeries Led by CFA trainers, theseinteractive sessions break down complex areas ofthe syllabus. They are an open forum for questionsand help you reslove any problem areas.Watchthem online when you cant attend.

CFA briefings These sessions, run by leadingtrainers, provide you with information on howto approach your studies. They will help youmanage both your time and revisionprogramme to aid your exam preparation.

Discounted training Take advantage ofindependent training programmes. Membershipoffers you access to a variety of tuition optionsat an exclusive price.

Study materials As a Candidate member,you have access to substantial discounts onhigh-quality study resources.

Study groups Studying alone can be difficult.CFA UK can put you in touch with fellowcandidates allowing you to compare notes,support and motivate each other.

Practice examination papers Taking acomplete mock exam can improve yourconfidence, highlight gaps in your knowledgeand focus your revision by illustrating the timepressures of the exam.

Scholarships 18 scholarships are availableeach year to help cover examination costs,registration fees and study materials.

Continuing education events More than 90events each year give you the opportunity to

meet and learn from experienced investmentindustry practitioners. Networking at theseevents can help you build a successful career.

Professional Investor This quarterlymagazine is an excellent supplement to yourstudies, giving you access to up-to-date industrypractices and thought-leadership from leadingCFA UK members.

The benefits of CFA UK Candidate membership


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Member

benefitsAny questions about the CFA curriculum?CFA Surgeries give you the opportunity to talk directly to CFA trainers. Youcan ask your own questions on topic areas and work through specificproblems. Tackle difficult subject areas, find out where other candidates gowrong and learn more about common mistakes. You can also share studynotes with other candidates, pick up advice on how to make the most ofyour revision time, and learn exam day strategies and tips to help youpass. CFA Surgeries and Surgery webcasts are free for members.

Study options at exclusive discounted rates

The leading CFA training providers 7City, BPP, Kaplan and Quartic grantgenerous discounts on their first-class training programmes to CFA UK members.

Stalla offers discounts to CFA UK members on their highly-reputed distance-learning study materials.

Savings on these study options are usually greater than the costof membership!

Careers events Network with 9,500 peers

Each year, the society runs around 20 careers events. These events aredesigned to help you with elements of your career development: find out whatcurrent recruiters are looking for, how to stand out from the crowd, or simplygain an insight on what it is like to work in a specific part of the industry.

Dont suffer alone join a study groupStudy groups are a very popular and established CFA study technique.

By meeting regularly with other CFA candidates, members can shareknowledge, compare notes, brainstorm problems, receive the right supportand motivate each other.


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CFA Candidate membership

application formTo register for Candidate membership of CFA UK you must be enrolled on the CFA Program.The easiest way to become a member is to visit our website www.cfauk.org and click on Join.

Alternatively, complete this application form and return it to CFA UK.

Candidate membership is only 100* for a year, offering CFA Program students exceptionalvalue for money.

Membership form

Name: _______________________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________

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Telephone number: _____________________________________________________________

Email address: _________________________________________________________________

Method of payment: q Visa q MasterCard q Eurocard / Switch

Card number / Cardholder name: ___________________________________________________

Start date: ______________ Expiry date: ______________ Security number: ______________

Signature: ____________________________________________________________________

Billing address: ________________________________________________________________

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The CFA UK support programme has provento be a very useful resource I would

definitely recommend the revision Surgeriesand the practice exam these resourceshave played a big part in identifying mystrengths and weaknesses, enabling me tofocus on specific areas.

The chance to hear up-to-date views from

leading investmentpractitioners has mademe think again aboutmy own opportunities.

Contact usCFA UK, 2nd floor, 135 Cannon Street, London EC4N 5BPTel: 020 7280 9620 Fax: 020 7280 9636 Email: [email protected]

CFA Institute number: ______________________


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I knew staying thecourse was going tobe difficult.Becoming a CFA UKCandidate membermeant that therewere people like mewho I could talk towith the sameproblems.

the exams aretough, the course

work and revision areeven tougher itsgood to revise in agroup. We motivatedeach other and thestudy groups were agreat help.

Your own hard work is the only thing that can guaranteeyour success through the CFA Program. Candidatemembership provides you with the support and guidance

that you need.

Supporting you for the rest ofyour career

CFA UKs continuing education events help members stayup-to-date and enhance their professional opportunities.

As a member, you are entitled to attend CFA UKs various

events at a discounted rate. You are also eligible toreceive discounts on other programmes offered by leadingtraining providers.

Receive regular updates on issues, developmentsand events.

Access networking opportunities to meet your peers andlike-minded industry professionals.

Your chance to join the leadingnetwork of investment professionals

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