After BMS, Can we do CFA apart from MBA?

Yes, apart from MBA, a BMS fresher can opt for CFA programme as well.

CFA i.e. Chartered Financial Analyst programme is a graduate level programme for investment professionals which can be done by self-studying. You need to clear admission test / entrance exam for getting into the CFA programme.

It required 4 years on an average to complete the program. You would have to dedicate 250 hours minimum of study time i.e. 10 to 15 hours per week for a successful completion of the CFA program.

After completing the CFA programme, candidates can apply in the following sectors / job profiles:

1. Ethical and Professional Standards
2. Quantitative Methods
3. Economics
4. Financial Reporting and Analysis
5. Corporate Finance
6. Equity Investments
7. Fixed Income
8. Derivatives
9. Alternative Investments
10. Portfolio Management and Wealth Planning