[PDF] cfa level 1 fixed income pdf

What is CFA level 1?

On the CFA Institute’s Level 1 exam, Fixed Income is among the top three most heavily weighted topics, along with Financial Statement Analysis and Ethics. Candidates are taught to define fixed income securities and calculate and interpret their associated features.

How many CFA level 1 questions are on fixed income?

The CFA Fixed Income topic has a weight of 10%-12% of the total exam content, so that approximately 18-21 of the 180 CFA Level 1 exam questions focus on this topic. The CFA Level 1 curriculum includes 73 readings for 2023, with 6 on Fixed Income (8.2% of the total curriculum).

What is CFA Institute fixed income?

The CFA Institute Fixed Income curriculum covers the largest capital market segment and asset class: fixed income securities, more familiarly known as bonds. These securities are the primary way that institutions, governments, and other entities raise capital around the world.

Who teaches CFA level 1 Fixed Income & Derivatives?

Prof. Forjan has taught undergraduate and graduate business classes for over 25 years and is a co-author of investment books. All of the important concepts from the CFA Level I Fixed Income, Derivatives, and Alternative Investments chapters are explained in detail and each video includes many question examples.