Frequently Asked Question
Is there any difference between a holder of a Chartered Financial Analyst Designation and a Certified Financial Analyst?
Using the title "Certified Financial Analyst" to refer to the CFA® program offered by the CFA Institute is incorrect.
CFA Institute holds the trademarks associated with the CFA® program. The acronym "CFA®" can refer only to the Chartered Financial Analyst designation or charter.
CFA Institute holds the trademarks associated with the CFA® program. The acronym "CFA®" can refer only to the Chartered Financial Analyst designation or charter.
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Shauna Carther
Shauna Carther was the vice president of content at Investopedia.com. In 2007, she appeared as a guest on Moneytrack, a Public Broadcasting Service program devoted to helping consumers learn to invest and take control of their finances.
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