CFA® Level III - Study Packages
The Level III curriculum is much more heavily weighted to portfolio management and wealth planning.
Our upcoming Level III study packages will be comprehensive & consistent with our other offerings.
Level III Study Packages Arriving Early 2024
Exam Dates
Feb 2023 - Level III
- Registration & Scheduling Opens
10 May 2022
- Early Registration Deadline
09 Aug 2022
- Deadline to Register with Invoice Payment Option
17 Sep 2022
- Registration Closes
08 Nov 2022
- Scheduling Deadline
16 Nov 2022
- Rescheduling Deadline
20 Jan 2023
- CFA Exam Dates
21 - 23 Feb 2023
Aug 2023 - Level III
- Registration & Scheduling Opens
14 Nov 2022
- Early Registration Deadline
01 Feb 2023
- Deadline to Register with Invoice Payment Option
25 Mar 2023
- Registration Closes
09 May 2023
- Scheduling Deadline
24 May 2023
- Rescheduling Deadline
28 Jul 2023
- CFA Exam Dates
29 Aug - 05 Sep 2023
FAQ - Level III
| Topic | Weight |
|---|---|
| Portfolio Management and Wealth Planning | 35 - 40% |
| Ethical and Professional Standards | 10 - 15% |
| Economics | 5 - 10% |
| Equity Investments | 10 - 15% |
| Fixed Income | 15 - 20% |
| Derivatives | 5 - 10% |
| Alternative Investments | 5 - 10% |
According to a recent survey conducted by the CFA Institute the average study hours of CFA Level III candidates was 344 hours.
The Level III exam duration is 4 hours and 24 minutes, split into two equal 2 hour and 12 minutes sessions. There is an optional break between the sessions.
The exam contains a number of item sets that consist of vignette style scenarios with multiple-choice and essay response questions.
The topic coverage is randomly placed between either or both sessions.
The exam is conducted in english language only.
- February
- August
For additional Level III exam dates see here or refer directly to the institute website: CFA Institute
The following outlines the registration deadlines for the scheduled upcoming CFA Level III exams:
| Exam Sitting | Registration Deadline | Exam Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2023 | Nov 8, 2022 | Feb 21 - 23, 2023 |
| Aug 2023 | May 9, 2023 | Aug 29 - Sep 5, 2023 |
For additional Level III exam dates see here or refer directly to the institute website: CFA Institute
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