Deep Dive: CFA® Level I Prep 2026

QUANT - Estimation and Inference

Reading 7: Estimation & Inference with Mara Ellington & Dorian Hayes. In this bite-sized CFA L1 episode, we turn symbols into intuition: Sampling methods: simple rando

QUANT - Simulation Methods

Dive into Simulation Methods from Quantitative Methods – CFA Level I with Mara Ellington & Dorian Hayes. Normal vs lognormal curves for asset prices & returns How Monte

QUANT - Portfolio Mathematics [2026]

Portfolio Mathematics – CFA Level IJoin Mara Ellington and Dorian Hayes as they turnChapter 1 Quantitative Methods into something you can actually use. Build intuition

QUANT - Probability Trees and Conditional Expectations [2026]

CFA® Level I Boost w/ Mara Ellington & Dorian Hayes Learn how to turn messy scenarios into clean probability trees and sharp conditional expectations—in one focused sess

QUANT - Statistical Measures of Asset Returns [2026]

Statistical Measures of Returns with Mara Ellington & Dorian Hayes. In this bite-size Quant Methods episode, we turn raw return data into insight: Means that matter: a

QUANT - Time Value of Money [2026]

Time Value of Money Deep Dive with Mara Ellington & Dorian Hayes. In this episode we turn abstract formulas into real decisions: Present value (PV) of bonds & equities

QUANT - Rates and Return [2026]

Hosted by Mara Ellington & Dorian Hayes Ready to finally “get” rates & returns instead of memorising formulas? In this bite-size episode we turn Quant Methods – Chapter

ETHICS - Ethics Application

This module brings ethics to life through realistic scenarios and case studies that apply the Code and Standards. You'll practice identifying violations, applying ethical

ETHICS - Introduction to the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS)

This module introduces the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS), a set of voluntary, ethics-based principles that promote fair and transparent reporting of inve

ETHICS - Standard VII: Responsibilities as a CFA Institute Member

Standard VII reinforces the duty to uphold the reputation and integrity of the CFA designation. It requires members and candidates to comply with the Code and Standards,

ETHICS - Standard VI: Conflicts of Interest

Standard VI addresses the importance of identifying and managing conflicts of interest that could compromise objectivity. It requires full and fair disclosure of any pote

ETHICS - Standard V: Investment Analysis, Recommendations, and Actions

Standard V focuses on maintaining the integrity and quality of investment research and decisions. It requires professionals to base analyses on thorough due diligence, cl

ETHICS - Standard IV: Duties to Employers

Standard IV outlines the responsibilities investment professionals have toward their employers. It covers the duty of loyalty, maintaining competence, and acting with int

ETHICS - Standard III: Duties to Clients

Standard III emphasizes the fiduciary responsibility investment professionals owe to their clients. It outlines duties such as loyalty, prudence, and care; ensuring fair

ETHICS - Standard II: Integrity of Capital Markets

Standard II protects the fairness and transparency of global capital markets. It focuses on two key areas: Material Nonpublic Information—ensuring analysts don’t misuse i

ETHICS - Standard I: Professionalism

Standard I covers the fundamental duty of acting with integrity and professionalism. It sets expectations around knowledge of the law, independence and objectivity, misre

ETHICS - Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct

This module introduces the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and the Standards of Professional Conduct, the backbone of ethical investment practice. You'll explore the six cor

ETHICS - Ethics and Trust in the Investment Profession

This opening module explains why ethics and trust are foundational to functioning capital markets. It explores how ethical conduct enhances investor confidence, defines p

PORT - Introduction to Risk Management

The final chapter frames risk management as an enterprise-wide process. It describes risk governance, risk tolerance and budgeting, distinguishes financial from non-finan

PORT - The Behavioral Biases of Individuals

Here the curriculum turns to behavioral finance, categorizing cognitive errors and emotional biases that can distort investor decisions. It illustrates common biases (e.g