CFA Level I · exam guide
CFA Level I Career Scope
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CFA Institute positions the charter for investment analysis and portfolio management careers across the investment industry.
Typical roles
- Portfolio management
- Research
- Consulting
- Risk analysis and risk management
Where you can work
- Asset management
- Private wealth management
- Commercial banking
- Investment banking
- Insurance
What it leads to: Passing Level I lets you register for Level II. After all three levels, the Practical Skills Modules, qualifying work experience and CFA Institute membership, you can use the CFA charter.