LearninGT by Grant Thornton Bharat's CFA programme offers a comprehensive pathway to earn the globally recognised Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) credential, awarded by the CFA Institute. Known as the gold standard for investment professionals worldwide, the CFA programme is designed to equip you with cutting-edge financial analysis skills and ethical rigour. The CFA course fees are structured to provide high value for ambitious finance professionals seeking global career opportunities. Whether you aspire to roles in investment banking, equity research, or corporate finance, a CFA charter enhances your credibility and unlocks opportunities at top-tier firms.
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CFA programme - Chartered Financial Analyst
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Why choose the CFA course?
- Global gold standard in finance: Recognised by employers in 165+ countries.
- No career breaks & high ROI: Continue working while pursuing the CFA programme
- Practical, real-world curriculum: Designed to build job-ready skills
- Versatile across industries: Applicable to investment banking, risk management, asset management, and more
- Global CFA charter holder network: Exclusive networking opportunities with industry leaders
- Instant credibility & industry respect: Enhance your profile with the CFA designation
CFA eligibility criteria
To enrol in the CFA course, you need:
- A bachelor's degree (in any stream) or equivalent qualification
- Final-year undergraduate students can apply for CFA Level 1 preparation
- Graduation completion is mandatory before attempting Level 2
- A minimum of 4,000 hours of relevant work experience (over 36 months) is required to earn the CFA charter
For detailed CFA eligibility criteria, visit the CFA Institute's official guidelines.
Who can pursue CFA?
- Investment bankers and corporate finance professionals
- Financial analysts and equity researchers
- Chartered Accountants
- Finance professionals (finance specialisation)
- Commerce graduates and MBA students (finance specialisation)
Certification process
- Pass CFA exams: Clear all three levels, alongside modules to build practical skills
- Complete qualifying work experience: At least 4,000 hours of work experience completed in a minimum of 36 months. Qualified hours must be directly related to the investment decision-making process.
- Apply for membership: Submit 2-3 professional references to comment on your work experience and professional character.
- Become a member of the CFA Institute: Once your application is approved and you join the CFA Institute, you will earn your CFA charter.
Programme deliverables
- 150+ hours of live online training
- 24*7 access to session recordings
- Registration support
- Mock interviews and resume building
- Placement assistance
- Grant Thornton Bharat certification
CFA programme structure & exam pattern
The CFA programme is divided into three levels, each testing progressively more advanced analytical and decision-making skills.
| Level | Focus areas | Format | Duration per session | Number of sessions | Total questions/sets | Total questions |
| Level 1 Testing foundations, key concepts, formulas, etc. |
Basic knowledge of investment tools, portfolio management, and wealth planning | Multiple choice Questions (MCQs) | 2 hours and 15 minutes each session | 2 sessions with an optional break | 90 MCQs per session | 180 |
| Level 2 Analysis of the situation and application of knowledge |
Asset valuation, portfolio management, and wealth planning analysis | Sets of vignettes (mini cases) with accompanying MCQs | 2 hours 12 minutes each session | 2 sessions with an optional break | 22 sets with four accompanying MCQs per vignette | 88 |
| Level 3 Applying investment concepts to real-world scenarios |
Applying investment concepts to real-world scenarios; Portfolio management and wealth planning | Essay sets and item sets overall for 12 points each | 2 hours 12 minutes each session | Two sessions with an optional break | 11 essay sets and 11 item sets with four accompanying MCQs per item set. | Varied essay sets + 44 MCQs |
CFA exam windows
- Level 1: February, May, August, November
- Level 2: May, August, November
- Level 3: February, August
About the Instructor
Gaurav Arora
CFA, MBA (Finance), PGD in Data Science, FMVA
Associate Director | Grant Thornton Bharat
Gaurav is a Chartered Financial Analyst and a Data Scientist from IIIT-B, with over 16 years of experience in consulting and investment banking. Holding an MBA in Finance and advanced expertise in FMVA, he has worked with multinational firms across finance research, corporate training, and business development. At Grant Thornton Bharat, he is responsible for designing and delivering bespoke corporate training programmes in Finance, Consulting, and Analytics.
In addition to his training work, Gaurav brings extensive experience in insurance, business acumen, project management, financial modelling, customer experience transformation, and programme management. He also mentors aspiring CFA candidates, guiding them through their professional journeys with his deep knowledge and practical insights.
Programme schedule
Starting in August 2025
Fees and schedule
Fees to be paid to the CFA Institute
| CFA programme pricing (USD) | CFA programme pricing (INR) | |||||||
| 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | 2026 | |||||
| Standard | Early-bird | Standard | Early-bird | Standard | Early-bird | Standard | Early-bird | |
| Enrolment fee | USD 350 | USD 0 | INR 29,400 | INR 0 | ||||
| Level 1 | USD 1,290 | USD 990 | USD 1,490 | USD 1,140 | INR 1,08,360 | INR 83,160 | INR 1,25,160 | INR 95,760 |
| Level 2 | USD 1,290 | USD 990 | USD 1,490 | USD 1,140 | INR 1,08,360 | INR 83,160 | INR 1,25,160 | INR 95,760 |
| Level 3 | USD 1,390 | USD 1,090 | USD 1,590 | USD 1,240 | INR 1,16,760 | INR 91,560 | INR 1,33,560 | INR 1,04,160 |
| Total | USD 4,320 | USD 3,070 | USD 4,570 | USD 3,520 | INR 3,62,880 | INR 2,57,880 | INR 3,83,880 | INR 2,95,680 |
Fees to be paid to Grant Thornton Bharat
| Level | Fees |
| Level 1 | INR 50,000 + GST |
| Level 2 | INR 45,000 + GST |
| Level 3 | INR 45,000 + GST |
| All 3 levels | INR 1,10,000 + GST |
Cancellation and refund policy
The refund policy in case of withdrawal of nomination would work as follows:-
- A refund of 50% of the fee would be provided for cancellation requests received up to five working days before the training start date
- Participants who cancel in less than five working days, or do not show on the training date, are liable to pay the full course fee and will not be entitled to refunds.
Cancellations must be made via email only. However, desirous participants can be accommodated in future batches of the programme without paying anything extra. Please communicate your willingness to attend any future programme as soon as possible.