Dear Go-Getter, Five years ago this week, a financial expert I know went all-in for the FRM certification. He was a self-driven individual; even so, the mounting responsibilities at work forced him to put off his exams by a year. Everyone around him thought it was game-over for him, that the promotion he had been […]

Preface Did you know that you can turn your bedroom into an Ivy League school? Currently, schools and institutions of higher learning have moved classes online as a survival measure due to COVID-19. Some are adopting Virtual Reality capabilities to continue through this unprecedented event. After the pandemic is over, the world could emerge with […]

Introduction Your brain takes on a different pattern when you go on a break. When that break is long enough, all your thoughts will be on video games, movies, happy hours and social media. How do you disconnect from this programming and get back into study mode? When you have exams approaching fast after a […]

So, What now? GARP has officially announced the postponement of its global examinations. This comes as the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect all modes of life, including the economy, education, and sporting. So what should students do now that their tests are off?   Stay indoors and stay safe The professional body has done this […]

Studying from home As the coronavirus pandemic wreaks havoc across the globe, many educational institutions, including universities where students live in close quarters, have been closed to curb the spread of the virus. However, this does not mean that you have to bid goodbye to your studies. During this time of crisis, studying at home […]

Downsides to be mindful of A Financial Risk Manager certification is one of the most respected credentials in the field of finance. It can be the key to a high flying career. But, standing between that and where you are now are two difficult examinations. Regularly, many candidates are using FRM test banks and practice […]