CFA Level III · exam guide
CFA Level III 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: Level III is the final exam. To use the CFA designation you also need the Practical Skills Modules, at least 4,000 hours of qualifying work experience completed over a minimum of 36 months, and regular (charterholder) membership of CFA Institute, which requires professional references.