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What material does the Online Course cover?
The course covers the entire CAIA curriculum material, presenting clear and succinct summaries of the
Topics in the curriculum, emphasizing key concepts and objectives. It
focuses on both computational and non-computational components of CAIA
material and works through detailed examples of learning objectives
involving calculations. The instructor analyzes, explains, & relates
formulas to make applying them easier. The use of standard financial
calculators is also reviewed during the course.
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Who teaches the Online Course?
Our Online Course is taught by Dr. Pady Jalali and other experienced
faculty members. Our faculty has the longest history of training
candidates to succeed on the CAIA exams. They not only know the CAIA
curriculum material, but they also know the CAIA exam. As a result,
the course provides in-depth coverage of the material as well as
invaluable strategies and tips for succeeding on the exam.
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Are lecture notes provided with the Course?
Yes, the lecture notes used by the instructor are provided as handouts
and are available to be printed prior to each session.
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How many weekly sessions are there and how long is each session?
Level I: There are a total of 10 3.5-hour sessions: nine sessions cover the CAIA curriculum and one session is dedicated to a Final Review of the material.
Level II: There are a total of 11 sessions: nine 3.5-hour sessions cover the CAIA curriculum and two 4-hour sessions are dedicated to a Final Review of the material.
The schedule is designed to allow you time to gradually work through
the CAIA curriculum and also have time before your exam to review the material and practice enough sample questions.
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What happens if I miss a scheduled session?
Each session is recorded and archived and may be viewed again at any
time up until the end of the current CAIA exam period. This option is
also extremely convenient for those who cannot attend the live
sessions.
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What happens if I don't understand something or have a question during the class?
Attendees are encouraged to ask questions during the class. Questions
may be submitted through the Q&A box on the Online Course page or
verbally via your computer's microphone. The instructor addresses
questions as they are received, so you can get clarification as the
course proceeds.
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Am I able to interact with the instructor during the class?
Our courses are designed to be interactive. The instructor encourages
attendees to ask questions and provide feedback, and responds to all
questions, as appropriate.
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How will I access the Online Course?
Once you have made your purchase, you will receive an email with simple instructions on how to access the Online Course.
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Do I need any specific software on my computer to be able to attend / view the Online Course?
Java is required to access the Online Course. Java is generally
already installed on most computers, and, if not, can be easily
downloaded free of charge.
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Is there customer support available during the Course in case I need technical assistance?
Yes, our support staff is on hand to answer phones and monitor the Q&A
box during each session.
