Saturday, April 20, 2013


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Example Questions from the Exam Fact CFA Level 3 Book:

Define beta research
research to set capital market expectations related to systematic risk and returns to systematic risk. (usually centralized within a firm)


Define alpha research
concerned with earning excess risk-adjusted returns through the use of specific strategies within specific asset groups. (usually conducted within tea's with requisite expertise.)


Define 7 step process to formulate capital market expectations
1. determine final set of expectations that are needed including time horizon.

2. Research Historical Record (look at results and factors)

3. Specify the method(s)/model(s) to use and the info requirements.

4. Determine best source for information requirements.

5. Interpret the current investment environment using the selected data and methods, applying experience and judgment.

6. formulate capital market expectations (answers to step 1)

7. monitor actual outcomes vs expectations/refine process