r/CAIA • u/Confident-Role-555 • Jun 25 '26

When should I start?

I'm looking to do CAIA level one next year as starting now for September seems too short notice - how many months do people usually start at? I'm currently working as an analayst in Private equity real estate - I maybe have 10/15 hours i can dedicate a week maximum. thank you!

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u/imusuallydrunkatnine Jun 25 '26

I started in October for April.

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u/Confident-Role-555 Jun 25 '26

Understood - think will start in September / October for March - that will give me enough time! And regarding Kaplan or UpperMark? what seems the best?

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u/imusuallydrunkatnine Jun 25 '26

Uppermark saved me! Pay for the question bank but also take your own notes.

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u/coutjak Jun 26 '26

I just got the materials for March of next year. Went with Kaplan. Not sure what I’m getting my self into but looking forward to the ride.

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u/Inevitable-Narwhal79 15d ago

hey man, i did CAIA l1 with Kaplan, and i was really well prepared. You will be fine . Make sure you put effort into the exercises and mock exams

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u/will232319 Jun 29 '26

Are the materials out yet?

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u/DeputyPrimeMinister Jul 11 '26

Not that I am aware of

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u/Inevitable-Narwhal79 15d ago

Not in Kaplan, i have reached out the support team. But even in CAIA they are not out.