FRM

EXAM PREP 2015

Guide to
FRM EXAM
Preparation

FRM PROGRAM OVERVIEW FRM EXAM DETAILS FRM EXAM REGISTRATION STUDY PACKAGES EXPERT INSTRUCTION

Why Kaplan Schweser? FRM Program Overview

Kaplan Schweser is the leading global provider of
financial education for hundreds of thousands of
students and business professionals around the world.
Our comprehensive learning strategy, known as The
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Our education is backed by learning science (The
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The Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) established the FRM
designation to identify and recognize risk professionals who are qualified
to make informed decisions based on current, globally accepted industry
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Exam Dates: May 16, 2015 | November 21, 2015

2015 FRM Exam Details

Part I Part II
100 multiple-choice questions 80 multiple-choice questions

Test Session: 8 am12 pm ET Test Session: 2 pm6 pm ET

250 recommended hours of study 250 recommended hours of study

Topics: Topics:

Foundations of Risk Management Market Risk Measurement and Management

Quantitative Analysis Credit Risk Measurement and Management
Financial Markets and Products Operational and Integrated Risk Management
Valuation and Risk Models Risk Management and Investment Management
Current Issues in Financial Markets

Part I Exam Topics and Weights Part II Exam Topics and Weights
The 2015 Part I FRM Exam, consisting of 100 multiple-choice The 2015 Part II FRM Exam, consisting of 80 multiple-choice
questions, tests a candidates knowledge base in four main topic questions, tests a candidates knowledge base in five main topic
areas. These topics by weight include: areas. These topics by weight include:

Part I Topic Outline Part II Topic Outline

Topics Covered Exam Weight Topics Covered Exam Weight

Market Risk Measurement and Management 25%

Foundations of Risk Management 20%

Credit Risk Measurement and Management 25%

Quantitative Analysis 20%
Operational and Integrated Risk Management 25%

Financial Markets and Products 30%

Risk Management and Investment Management 15%

Valuation and Risk Models 30% Current Issues in Financial Markets 10%

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Enroll and Register in the FRM Program

To enter into the FRM Program, candidates must pay a one-time enrollment fee and the required
exam fees for each part. REGISTER NOW

1. Registration
Register for the Part I and/or Part II Exam:

May Dates and Fees November Dates and Fees

Returning & Enrolled Returning & Enrolled
Registration Deadlines New Candidates Registration Deadlines New Candidates
Candidates* Candidates*
Early Registration Enrollment Fee: $300 Enrollment Fee: N/A Early Registration Enrollment Fee: $300 Enrollment Fee: N/A
Dec. 1, 2014Jan. 31, 2015 Exam Fee: $350 Exam Fee: $350 May 1, 2015Jul. 31, 2015 Exam Fee: $350 Exam Fee: $350
TOTAL: $650 TOTAL: $350 TOTAL: $650 TOTAL: $350
Standard Registration Enrollment Fee: $300 Enrollment Fee: N/A Standard Registration Enrollment Fee: $300 Enrollment Fee: N/A
Feb. 1, 2015Feb. 28, 2015 Exam Fee: $475 Exam Fee: $475 Aug. 1, 2015Aug. 31, 2015 Exam Fee: $475 Exam Fee: $475
TOTAL: $775 TOTAL: $475 TOTAL: $775 TOTAL: $475
Late Registration Enrollment Fee: $300 Enrollment Fee: N/A Late Registration Enrollment Fee: $300 Enrollment Fee: N/A
Mar. 1, 2015Apr. 15, 2015 Exam Fee: $650 Exam Fee: $650 Sep. 1, 2015Oct. 15, 2015 Exam Fee: $650 Exam Fee: $650
TOTAL: $950 TOTAL: $650 TOTAL: $950 TOTAL: $650

Exam Date: May 16, 2015 Exam Date: November 21, 2015

2. Exam Locations
Select Your Exam Site
For the 2015 FRM Exams, there are approximately 90 exam sites
in 51 countries. Both Part I and Part II are oered at all locations.
For a complete up-to-date listing and to choose your exam site,
please click here.

3. Study for the Exam

Purchase Study Materials
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* All prices are listed in U.S. dollars and include the $150 GARP enrollment/membership fee required of all candidates. Membership is good for
one full year from the eective date of the registration. All deadlines are final as of 11:59 PM ET on the date listed.
For a full description of all possible fees associated with the 2015 FRM Exam, please visit the GARP website.

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2015 FRM Premium Instruction Essential Self Study

Instruction Packages
PremiumPlus
Study Packages $749 $599 $399 PremiumPlus Package: Our most
comprehensive package includes
Online Exam Review Workshop everything you need to prepare,
Package practice, and perform for the FRM
- Online Exam Review Workshop Exam. Ecient, eective study tools
- Mock Exam
- Secret Sauce* expert instruction and guidanceplus
a final review to reinforce everything
Online Weekly Class youve learned just before exam day for
maximum confidence.
SchweserPro QBank Premium Instruction Package:
The Premium Instruction Package
SchweserNotes* combines expert instruction with our
most popular study materials to give
Schweser's QuickSheet* you a strong foundation for you to
prepare, practice, and perform on
the FRM Exam. If you prefer the
Practice Exams
guidance of experienced instructors
to make the best use of your study
Schweser Study Calendar Online Online PDF
time, then this package is right for
you. In addition to expert instruction
Ask Your Instructor through real-time, interactive
webcasts, you also receive our
Instructor-Led Oce Hours complementary study tools that instill
the critical topics covered in class.
Schweser Online Resource Library
Self Study Package
Schweser PassProtection
Essential Self Study Package:
* Option for printed or electronic version is available. Electronic version includes eBooks through
The Essential Self Study Package is
VitalSource for SchweserNotes, Schwesers QuickSheet, and Schwesers Secret Sauce. an excellent choice for candidates
who want a comprehensive FRM study
Receive up to 50% o 2016 Premium and PremiumPlus packages if you do not pass the 2015 exam.
PassProtection cannot be combined with any other discount. You must call Customer Service program, but would prefer to prepare,
to redeem. practice, and perform on their own.
Bring clarity and focus, as well as
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Exam preparation. With the help of
The Kaplan Schweser study package was structured to help SchweserNotes and our easy-to-
me get the most ecient use of my study time and enabled me use online tools, you can master the
dicult FRM curriculum at your
to enter the exam room confident that I would end up with a own pace.
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Schweser Instruction
Online Weekly Class
Online Weekly Class* May
Included in the PremiumPlus and Premium Instruction Packages Instructor: Dr. John Paul Broussard, CFA, FRM

This live webcast brings structure and focus to any FRM study plan. Time Mondays, 12:303:30 pm ET
Our expert instructors know the FRM curriculum and how to prepare Part I
Date February 23April 27, 2015
for the exam. You will learn critical concepts quickly, gain knowledge
from an industry expert, and stay actively engaged in the FRM Time Wednesdays, 12:303:30 pm ET
curriculum with: Part II
3-hour sessions of intensive FRM instruction for 10 weeks Dates February 25April 29, 2015

November
On-demand review of sessions anytime, anywhere
Instructor: Dr. Greg Filbeck, CFA, FRM, CAIA
Ability to review instructors slides prior to or after each session TIme Tuesdays, 6:309:30 pm ET
Part I
Instant feedback from the instructor during lecture and
Date August 25Oct 27, 2015
Q&A sessions
Time Thursdays, 6:309:30 pm ET
Quizzes, problem solving, and sample exam questions
Part II
to reinforce key concepts
Dates August 27Oct 29, 2015

Online Exam Review Workshop*

Included in the Online Exam Review Workshop Package
Online Exam Review Workshop
May
Most candidates spend months studying for the FRM Exam. This live
Instructor: Dr. John Paul Broussard, CFA, FRM
webcast allows you to conditionally finish your exam prep. Specifically
created for late-season preparation, this interactive online review Time Tuesday & Wednesday, 12:30 pm3:30 pm ET
occurs days before the exam and gives exactly what you need in order Part I
Date May 5, 6
to build your confidence to perform eectively on the FRM Exam. The
workshop provides: Time Monday & Tuesday, 12:30 pm3:30 pm ET
6 hours of review with instant feedback during Q&A sessions Part II
Dates May 11, 12
The opportunity to develop an overall exam-day strategy
November
Coverage of key concepts and strategies Instructor: Dr. Greg Filbeck, CFA, FRM, CAIA

TIme Saturday, 9:30 am4:30 pm ET

Part I
LEARN MORE Date October 31

Time Sunday, 9:30 am4:30 pm ET

Part II
*Archives of the Online Weekly Class and Online Exam Review Dates November 1
Workshop will be available until May 31, 2015, for May courses and
November 30, 2015, for November courses.

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