CFA Institute
The most respected investment credential globally. Tests knowledge of ethics, analysis, and portfolio theory across all asset classes.
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The Chartered Financial Analyst — Level I (CFA Level I) is administered by CFA Institute, with roughly ~100,000/yr candidates sitting it. The exam has 180 questions and a 4 hours 30 minutes time limit. The most respected investment credential globally. Tests knowledge of ethics, analysis, and portfolio theory across all asset classes.
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How many questions are on the CFA Level I exam?
The Chartered Financial Analyst — Level I has 180 questions and a 4 hours 30 minutes time limit. AskBoudin generates unlimited fresh practice questions across all 10 exam topics, so you never run out of material.
What topics does the CFA Level I cover?
The exam covers 10 areas: Ethics & Professional Standards, Quantitative Methods, Economics, Financial Reporting & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Equity Investments, Fixed Income, Derivatives, Alternative Investments, Portfolio Management. Each is weighted toward the real exam blueprint.
Is CFA Level I prep free to start?
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Quick-reference summaries for each CFA Level I topic — key facts, formulas, and rules at a glance. Free to read.