Financial Risk
®
Manager (FRM )
The global benchmark qualification for professional risk managers.
May 2010 examination
FRM Part I
training courses
®
FRM Parts 1 and 11 will be administered twice
annually on May 22nd and November 20th.
Part I of the new programme will cover core
areas of financial risk management, such as
quantitative analysis, financial markets and
products and essential risk modeling. Part
II will cover specific topics on the practical
implementation and execution of approaches
to measuring and managing risks and also
includes a new section covering current issues
in financial markets.
BPP will be offering Part I training courses
for the May and November 2010 examinations.
The course programme will be broken down
into three phases over a six day period, all of
which you can guarantee will be taught be one
of our experienced tutors who hold the FRM
designation. The classroom courses will be
held at our Liverpool Street training centre, in
the heart of the City offering flexibility for the
many risk professionals operating in London.
Visit us online or call us today to find out more
about the FRM programme and how it can
benefit you.
Why should you study
for the FRM® examination?
Choose BPP to train for the
FRM® examination
You will be trained by Europe’s leading professional
education company, with a proven track record of
helping candidates achieve a wide range of qualifications.
Personal service – we will support you from initial
enquiry through to passing the exam.
Dedicated, experienced tutors – all our tutors
have passed the exams they teach towards.
State of the art facilities – you will be taught at one
of our hi-tech training centres.
We use study materials from the world’s leading
supplier, Kaplan Schweser.
The FRM® Part I syllabus
The FRM Part I examination syllabus is broken
down into four key areas of risk management.
The pie chart shows the weightings for each key
area. For more detailed syllabus information,
including the topics covered in each of these areas,
please visit www.garp.com to download the
2010 FRM study guide.
Global recognition
You will be recognised across the globe as a leader
in financial risk management.
Foundations of
Risk Management
20%
Improved career prospects
Many organisations seek FRM holders for senior
risk jobs.
Holistic view of risk
You will gain an appreciation of the role risk management
plays right across the organisation.
Join an elite group
You will be one of over 17,000 FRM holders spread across
90 countries globally.
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Quantitative
Analysis
Valuation and Risk
Models
20%
30%
Financial Markets
and Products
30%
All study materials are supplied to you by BPP Learning Media, whose aim is to provide comprehensive, easy to read and exam focused
materials of the highest quality for our delegates.
Classroom study
Our unique phased approach has been put together to meet the needs of our delegates.
We use practice questions on each course to maximise the effectiveness of your studies,
monitor your progress and ensure that you stay focused for the exam. The classroom
course is 6 days in total, split into 3 phases with 2 days classroom tuition on each phase.
Phase 1 Foundations of Risk Management and Quantitative Analysis.
Phase 2 Financial Markets and Products.
Phase 3 Valuation and Risk Models.
How will BPP support you?
No matter what your study requirements, BPP will provide everything you need to supplement your
study for the FRM® examination. We have teamed up with Kaplan Schweser, the world’s trusted
leader in FRM exam preparation, to provide study material that will complement the syllabus.
In conjunction with Kaplan Schweser study materials, BPP will provide support with our own
experienced tutors and additional study tools.
Tutor Support
Kaplan SchweserProTM Question Bank
Our tutors know what it takes to succeed and therefore
are the best people to guide you through the FRM exam.
Contactable via email, they are always on hand to answer
queries or pass on study and exam tips.
This online practice question bank contains hundreds of
questions, allowing you to retain risk management concepts.
PowerPointTM Course Slides
Our course slides will help you keep track of key areas
covered in class. These allow you to concentrate in class
and annotate key areas.
Exam Approved Calculator
You will receive the exam approved Texas Instruments BAII
Plus Professional calculator free of charge with your study
pack. We will also provide a user-friendly calculator guide
to ensure you use it in the most efficient way.
Kaplan Schweser Study Notes
These study notes will keep you focused on the critical
concepts with a clearly written, easy-to-understand format
that will guide you through the assigned FRM® readings.
Kaplan Schweser QuickSheetTM
Kaplan Schweser Practice Exams
Two, full length practice exams offer you the additional
practice needed to master the syllabus.
Kaplan Schweser Final Review Guidebook
This book will guide you through the key concepts, bringing
the syllabus together as you revise for the examination.
Kaplan Schweser Final Review Examination
This challenging practice examination will fully test your
knowledge and readiness for the exam day.
Study Rooms
You can use our study rooms during weekdays
and evenings for quiet and comfortable study.
To guarantee your place you must book a room
by calling 020 7786 5908 or email
receptionfinancialservices@bpp.com
Maximise your study time while reviewing the crucial
concepts with this well-organised, reference sheet.
All tuition and courses are supplied by BPP Professional Education
All study materials are supplied by BPP Learning Media
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GARP ® Membership
Founded in 1996, GARP® is a not-for-profit
independent association with close to 100,000
members worldwide, making it one of world’s
largest financial industry associations. When
you enrol on the FRM examination, you will be
provided with one year of GARP membership.
To find out more about the benefits you will
get as a GARP member or to join online,
visit www.garp.com
What our delegates
say about FRM ...
Course structure
“The topic areas were well balanced in light of the exam.”
Course tutor
“The syllabus was excellent and so was the course
and the teaching.”
Course material
“The course and the slides were extremely helpful in “clearing
the way” and not feeling overwhelmed by each subject.”
Tutors top tips for
revision and passing exams
1.You should plan and organise your studies away
from distractions and take regular breaks so your
mind stays fresh.
Customer services
“Very good facilities; I found the administration staff extremely
helpful and I received all my material in plenty of time.”
2.We say active revision is better than passive
revision, test your memory by giving yourself
quizzes and using the review exercises.
3.You must learn the factual details from the study
text as well as the major concepts.
4.We believe practice makes perfect – attempt
the questions in the question bank, build
momentum by completing the practice exams
and identify areas that need further study.
5.We want you to succeed, so contact us for
advice and guidance.
What’s your next step?
GARP requires you to pass Part 11 within four years,
otherwise you will need to re-enroll in the FRM exam
programme and start all over again.
To book or for further information please contact us at:
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FS Course Booking Team
BPP Professional Education
1st Floor Aldine House
142–144 Uxbridge Road
Shepherds Bush
London W12 8AA
FRM® Handbook,
5th Edition
When you register for the FRM exam, you
will be asked whether you would like to
purchase the FRM Handbook by Philippe
Jorion. This handbook contains coverage of
key FRM examination topics, as well as past
exam questions. As such, it can be used to
complement your Schweser study materials.
Note that the FRM Handbook should not be
used in place of your Schweser study materials
as it does not cover all the readings in the
2010 FRM study guide.
Tel: +44 (0)20 8746 4178
Fax: +44 (0)20 7374 4008
financialservices@bpp.com
www.bppfinancialservices.com
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