top finance
2012
Prepare to pass your
CFA® exam with Top Finance
Effective. Efficient. Proven.
Contents
About Top Finance
Our Learning Approach Our Preparation
Evening & Weekend Classes
Intensive Review Week
Distance Courses Final Review
Study Materials Our Commitment 1
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About Top Finance
Top Finance is an European leader in Financial Training and Professional Certification.
Established in 1996, Top Finance continues to expand throughout Europe and is currently present in all major European financial centers. In 2011 alone, over 2,200 individuals placed their confidence in us as their preparation partner.
Top Finance offers numerous training programs in Finance, Accounting and Investment, most notably the CFA® exam,
CPA, CAIA®, FRM®, ACCA®, IFRS and US GAAP seminars. In order to offer the best pedagogical support available, Top
Finance is very selective and only works with partners who are world renowned for their expertise in the financial
training market.
For the CFA reviews, Top Finance works exclusively with Stalla “by Becker Professional Education” , the most trusted
name in CFA exam preparation.
Together, Top Finance and Stalla have :
• Over 30 years of experience
• Prepared more than 70,000 professional candidates worldwide
• More than 200 international locations
• Exclusive partnerships with some of the world’s largest analyst societies
• Partnerships with major universities and colleges and over 70 CFA societies worldwide
Our high standards as well as our commitment to the needs of individual clients have earned us an excellent
reputation among industry professionals, CFA societies and compagnies. It is the Top Finance’s unique teaching
methodology, outstanding instructors, quality study materials, and optimal course organization that allow our
students to succeed.
“Your expertise, your support and coaching was
a huge part of my success. Thank you!
— Jérôme L.
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Our Learning Approach
Our learning strategy and integrated approach set us apart from all other exam preparation providers.
Top Finance-Stalla’s learning strategy and integrated approach, embodied in our courses and study materials allow
you to progress seamlessly through your preparation program, deepening your understanding, sharpening your testtaking skills, and building your confidence for exam day. Each step builds on the previous one and ensures no overlaps
in information or redundant effort.
Each component aligns directly with one of the four essential
elements of effective preparation:
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Understand
Apply
Practice
Review
Understand
Apply
Practice
Review
Understand the theory and
concepts to broaden and
deepen your knowledge
and comprehension.
Apply what you’ve learned
to problems and questions
similar to those you’ll find
on the exam.
Practice your problemsolving and test-taking
skills to gain speed and
endurance for exam day.
Review constantly to keep
your knowledge fresh, to
identify weaknesses, and to
focus your study time .
Study Guides
Lectures and Leture Notes
PassMaster™
Final Review, Practice Exams
& Flashcards
The end result?
You progress seamlessly through your review program and get maximum efficiency
and effectiveness from every minute you study for your exam.
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Our Preparation
Choose the format that fits your learning style and schedule.
Top Finance offers three unique and comprehensive approaches for your CFA Exam preparation. Choose the
format that will fit best with your individual needs and constraints in terms of teaching method, rhythm and
intensity. These formats are specifically designed for different learning styles and the most demanding
schedules.
Live Classes
The live classes are ideal for students who work best in a classroom setting,
while actively participating and interacting face-to-face with instructors and
fellow classmates.
This option allows you to have an authentic student experience with set class
times, animated discussions, and immediate feedback to your questions.
Study Materials included.
Distance Courses
The distance courses are oriented towards candidates who want the convenience of a flexible and self-paced learning schedule.
Busy professionals, students and those who have other constraints consider
this an excellent alternative to live classes. Study Materials included.
Study Materials
Our study materials are specifically designed to maximize the efficiency and
effectiveness of your review program.
Choose our basic study pack or individual elements to customize your preparation. Study Materials are included with all Live and Distance programs.
“I can honestly say that without your program
I would not have passed the exam.”
— Maxime R.
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Live Classes
Evening and Weekend
These courses are best for candidates who learn better in a scheduled, completely focused and dynamic environment.
The lectures cover the most critical aspects of the CFA® Program curriculum with a heavy emphasis on practical, intuitive problem solving.
These weekly classes offer you live expert teaching and stimulating discussions with your instructor and local peers.
Live instructors provide you with individual attention and help dissect complicated material in a practical way.
• The most complete programs with a dynamic environment.
• Value a live classroom experience with tips and strategies from a team of experts.
• All Study Materials and Options are included with also additonal practice exams.
Evening Classes Structure
Weekend Classes Stucture
Level I & II
Level III
Level I & II
Level III
22 sessions x 3 hours
14 sessions x 3 hours
8 sessions x 7 hours
7 sessions x 7 hours
18H30 - 21H30
9H30 - 17H30
The Weekend and Evening Classes include all Study Materials to ensure a comprehensive combination of resources,
guidance, and support - all focused on helping you pass your exam:
• Stalla Study Pack: Study Guides (Printed & eBook Version), Passmaster Software, Practice Exam Book, E-Flashcards & Formula Sheet. (Description Page 9)
• Live Practice Exams and Final Review Seminar Live*
• Unlimited Make up Classes : If a class is missed, you can attend a makeup class during another program.
We are also providing you with all courses on video in order to review at anytime.
• Academic Support: Unlimited access to online academic and personalized support provides you with highly
targeted answers to your specific questions and concerns
• Top Finance Guaranteed: If you do not pass the CFA Exam, you receive a 50% discount off the total of repeated course fee.
“I would like to thank you for the excellent quality of classes
at Top Finance, the course organisation, the encouragement
of the staff and for everything that has contributed to my
preparation and my success at the exam.”
— Agnès G.
* In selected cities
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Intensive Review Week in Frankfurt & Zurich
Our Intensive Review Week (five days) offers you all the advantages and effectiveness of our proven comprehensive
approach. This dynamic format covers the complex challenging topics of the CFA Program curriculum and is ideal in
addition to your independent CFA exam preparation.
This Program is a complete, integrated classroom course specifically created by CFA charterholders and our subjectmatter experts to meet the specialized needs of candidates who:
• Require a comprehensive exam prep program within a condensed timeframe.
• Recognize that reading alone is not enough to prepare properly but cannot commit to weekly classes.
• Look for exam-taking insights, tips, and strategies from a team of experts.
• Have the discipline and motivation to take full advantage of the demanding, comprehensive format.
The Intensive Week includes:
• Stalla Study Pack: Study Guides (Printed & eBook Version), Passmaster Software, Practice Exam Book, E-Flashcards & Formula Sheet. (Description Page 9)
• Academic Support: Unlimited access to online academic and personalized support provides you with highly
targeted answers to your specific questions and concerns
• Top Finance Guarantee: If you do not pass the CFA Exam, you receive a 50% discount off the total of the repeated course fee.
Additional Option available:
• Courses on Video: Over 50 hours of videos covering the curriculum in order to review at anytime.
City
Frankfurt
Zurich
Days
June 2012 Level I
Monday to Friday
Monday to Friday
Start and End Dates
Apr 2 - Apr 6
Apr 9 - Apr 13
June 2012 Level II
Frankfurt
Monday to Friday
Apr 9 - Apr 13
Zurich
Monday to Friday
Apr 2 - Apr 6
June 2012 Level III
Frankfurt
Monday to Friday
Apr 16 - Apr 20
Zurich
Monday to Friday
Apr 9 - Apr 13
December 2012 Level I
Frankfurt
Monday to Friday
October 1-5
Zurich
Monday to Friday
October 8- 12
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Distance Program
Distance courses are oriented towards candidates who want the convenience of a flexible and self-placed learning
schedule. Busy professionals, students, and those who have other constraints consider this an excellent alternative to
live class.
With the Distance Program, you can prepare whenever and wherever you want, at the place that’s right for you. With
the accompanying Lecture Notes, you can review the interactive lectures to confirm or deepen your understanding of
the subject-matter any time you like. In these sessions, you will receive course content reviews and then practice solving the kinds of questions you may encounter on your upcoming exam.
• Highly focused methodology for efficient study, practice, and review.
• Deepen your understanding, Sharpen your test-taking skills.
• Total portability and control over where and how your prepare.
The Distance Program includes:
• Over 50 hours of videos: covering the curriculum and accompanying Lecture Notes focus on how to apply your knowledge to exam-like problems
• Study Materials: Study Guides (Printed & eBook Version), Passmaster, Practice Exam Book.(Description Page 9)
• Top Finance Guarantee: If you not pass the CFA Exam, you can receive a 50% discount off the total of the repeated course fee.
Additional Support and Follow-up
You have two options for upgrading your Distance Course: Enhanced Option and Online Option. You can select them
both or individually.
Enhanced Option
Enhanced Option Live
E-Flashcards
Formula Sheet
Academic Support
E-Flashcards
Formula Sheet
Academic Support
Final Review Webminar
Final Review Live* (a two-day seminar)
Online Option
If you want additional ongoing instructor guidance and peer interaction, the Online Option offers you the disciplined structure of weekly online classes, instructor-led discussions with other candidates, and the convenience of a web platform access whenever
and as often as you like.
* In seledted cities
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Final Review Seminar (Mock Exam and Review)
The Mock Exam and Review takes place over two days and simulates an examination experience and delivers a core
content review in one highly concentrated program. The review enables you to discover your strengths and weaknesses and to pinpoint the best way to focus your remaining study time right before exam day.
• Get a real sense of the pressure, feel, and rigor of the exam.
• Receive expert feedback on how to approach the most difficult exam questions.
• Gauge your readiness against your peers.
• Discover how to focus your study time where it’s most needed.
• Enjoy unlimited academic support through exam day.
The Final Review Seminar is included with the Evening, Weekend* and Enhanced Distance programs and is also available for separate purchase.
“The final review seminar was the difference
between passing and failing my exam!”
— Sabrina S.
* In selected cities only
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Study Materials
Every component of the study materials has been specifically designed by CFA® charterholders and subject matter
experts to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of your review program. Our mission is to do all we can to make
sure you are properly prepared to pass your exam. Stalla’s study materials have already helped tens of thousands of
CFA® candidates. Choose among multiple volumes and formats to complement your preparation process.
All study materials are available for purchase through our online store and can be purchased in packages or as a standalone resource. They include:
Study Guides
Clarify readings in easy-to-read language and includes formula sheets, key point summaries, and other resources and focused learning. Designed by CFA charterholders and subject matter experts to supplement the CFA® Program
curriculum.
PassMaster® Software
Includes thousands of exam-like questions with timed exercises to hone test-taking skills. PassMaster’s monthly progress tests and end-of-course practice exams help build proficiency in weak areas and enhance overall retention.
Practice Exams Book
Three full exams covering the most current curriculum and to help build speed and confidence. Repeated drilling and exposure to a wide variety of simulated exam
questions are a critical part of preparing to be at peak performance on exam day.
E-Flashcards
A convenient and effective way to improve your understanding of each LOS and
quick en the pace at which you are able to answer questions. (Available on Windows Mobile, BlackBerry or PDF format)
Formula Sheet (Essential Facts & Formulas)
A portable and indispensable reference tool with important formulas and facts that you must recall on exam day. It is a concise yet comprehensive resource indispensable for your CFA preparation.
The Basics
• Study Guides
• Pratice Exams
• PassMaster Software
• E-Flashcards
• Formula Sheet
All Live (Weekend, Evening and Intensive) and Distance Program include Study Materials.
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Our commitment. Your guarantee.
Top Finance Stalla’s dedication to your success does not end until you have become a CFA Charterholder. We believe
so strongly our approach helps prepare candidates to pass the CFA® exam that we offer an unprecedented Guarantee
to our students enrolled in our Live (Evening, Weekend and Intensive) and Distance courses.
We offer this winning proposition not just because we believe so strongly in our approach, but more importantly,
because we truly want you to succeed.
Top Finance Live and Distance students who did not pass the CFA Exam, can repeat the course and receive a 50 % discount off the total of the repeated course fee.
Prepare to pass with Top Finance.
Contact us for one to one meeting with one of our advisor
or for addtional information and expert guidance on how to
design a CFA® exam preparation program that meets all your
needs:
Visit www.top-finance.net:
Email: info@top-finance.net
Phone: +33 1 58 18 62 47.
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“I passed !!!! Your program kept me on track and
provided a lot of opportunity to review. Thank you.”
- Kate B.
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