CFA Level 1 90 Days Journey
Suppose you are starting your CFA Level 1 prep today for August. The right way would be to use the information accumulated from years of CFA prep stories. August exams is approximately 90 Days away. Here is how to start the prep journey.
Very Important
Choose the right starting topic
Evidence‑based study orders for CFA Level 1 recommend starting with Quantitative Methods, especially time value of money, basic statistics, and probability, because these feed into Fixed Income, Derivatives, and Portfolio.
Concrete Day 1 Plan (Assuming 3-4 hours)
1. Understand format for exams
2. Learn the ecosystem, see dashboard and topics
(If you haven't done these so far!)
3. Study the first Quant reading on time value of money and
cash flow basics from your notes/videos/study provider content
4. Immediately do the end‑of‑reading / topic questions (aim
20–30 questions) to cement formulas like 
, 
, annuities, and basic
return measures
You don't want me to explain what FV, PV are!
4. Read a short summary of the Code of Ethics and Standards of
Professional Conduct, without trying to memorise every detail
A daily dose of ethics keeps one acquainted with the nuances of Ethics and most study providers suggest that.
5. Start an excel tracker of topics covered (or you can download those available), and cross off topics. A calendar always helps
6. Start a flash card of key formulas and definitions
7. Write down the exact Day 2 plan.
Come back tomorrow for the Day 2 plan
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