Is it worthwhile to purchase CFA notes or software?
Yes. Depending upon the quality of what you buy, they can be helpful in summarizing concepts that may be more difficult to grasp from the Primary Readings. That is why we provide the participants in our programs the Schweser Study Notes, and Q-Notes (download a sample at _____). We also provide SchweserOnline to candidates in our weekly course. I practice in the field of ___. Do I need to spend time studying in an area in which I am an expert? Yes. Remember, the CFA Exam is an academic exam, based largely on textbooks used in universities that are written by academics. Some of the topics covered in the Primary Readings may not necessarily be consistent with what you do for a living. It is said that there is the right way, the wrong way, and the CFA Institute way. For the narrow and specific purpose of passing the Exam, you must learn the CFA Institute way. Presumably, as an expert, you should find it easier to do well in your field(s) of expertise. Use that as an opportunity to rack up
