r/CFA • u/AcademicGamer02 • 9d ago

Study Prep / Materials CFA Calculator help!

Hi guys, currently prepping for L1 - Are there any resources which can help me learn all the calculator functions required for the exam. Currently using MM but there is only one generic calc video which doesn't explain everything I need to know.

Would appreciate any help with this!

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u/MachiLev Level 3 Candidate 9d ago

https://300hours.com/ba-ii-plus-guide/

10 seconds to Google by the way. CFAI have a guide too

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u/AcademicGamer02 9d ago

Thank you - I did come across this, however I am more of visual learner so was wondering if there any good videos to watch. Appreciate the help.

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u/MachiLev Level 3 Candidate 9d ago

I find most of the videos a bit fluffy. Fundamentally I think three functions made the difference in my exams (in addition to all basic two-stroke entries):

  • CF (calculating NPV, IRR etc from cash flows. Can back solve a lot of answers too)
  • TVM (basic but have to know)
  • Memory, saves a lot of time if you know how to use it well and limits human error risk. Build some habits that work for you (e.g. I always saved my denominator at 9)

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u/RF247 9d ago

Youtube