CFA L1 Quant Prep: Understand, Apply, Excel
Struggling with Quantitative Methods for CFA Level 1? This course simplifies complex topics into easy-to-follow, step-by-step lessons designed to help you confidently master the quant section. You’ll learn how to apply key formulas, solve CFA-style questions, and build exam-ready skills through structured instruction and targeted practice. The course includes downloadable resources, formula sheets, quizzes, and proven strategies—all aligned with the official CFA curriculum and exam expectations.
What you’ll learn
- Grasp the fundamental principles of time value of money, probability, and descriptive statistics as tested in the CFA Level 1 exam..
- Confidently apply formulas and interpret results for NPV, IRR, hypothesis testing, and linear regression within real-world finance contexts..
- Master common question types and formats using problem-solving strategies designed to maximize speed and accuracy..
- Reinforce conceptual understanding with practice problems and quizzes tailored to CFA Institute’s Learning Outcome Statements (LOS)..
Course Content
- Rates and Returns –> 1 lecture • 42min.
- The Time Value of Money in Finance –> 1 lecture • 1hr 13min.
- Statistical Measures of Asset Returns –> 1 lecture • 49min.
- Probability Trees and Conditional Expectations –> 1 lecture • 25min.
- Portfolio Mathematics –> 1 lecture • 19min.
- Simulation Methods –> 1 lecture • 14min.
- Estimation and Inference –> 1 lecture • 24min.
- Hypothesis Testing –> 4 lectures • 1hr 45min.
- Parametric and Non-Parametric Tests of Independence –> 1 lecture • 8min.
- Simple Linear Regression –> 1 lecture • 1hr 11min.
- Introduction to Big Data Techniques & Appendices A-E –> 1 lecture • 29min.
Requirements
Struggling with Quantitative Methods for CFA Level 1? This course simplifies complex topics into easy-to-follow, step-by-step lessons designed to help you confidently master the quant section. You’ll learn how to apply key formulas, solve CFA-style questions, and build exam-ready skills through structured instruction and targeted practice. The course includes downloadable resources, formula sheets, quizzes, and proven strategies—all aligned with the official CFA curriculum and exam expectations.
Whether you are tackling quant for the first time or reviewing key concepts before exam day, this course offers a focused, time-efficient approach. Core topics covered include the time value of money, probability theory, descriptive statistics, sampling, hypothesis testing, and linear regression, with real-world examples to enhance your understanding and retention.
Designed for busy professionals, finance students, and serious CFA candidates, this course helps you study smarter, not harder. You will strengthen your problem-solving skills and improve your accuracy under timed conditions, using methods that mirror the exam format.
By the end of the course, you will be fully equipped to approach the Quantitative Methods section with clarity, confidence, and efficiency. With expert guidance and practical learning support, you’ll have everything you need to stay prepared and on track throughout your CFA Level 1 journey.