Exam Domains

1 Mean-Variance Portfolio Theory 12%

2 Asset Pricing Models 8%

3 Market Efficiency and Behavioral Finance 8%

4 Investment Risk and Project Analysis 12%

5 Financial Options Weight not published

6 Risk Management with Options Weight not published

7 Option Pricing and Derivatives Weight not published

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice, Written Answer

FormatLinear

Online ProctoringNot available

ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name on ID must match SOA registration exactly.

RenewalNot required -- Passed exams do not expire. Passing scores are set by the SOA grading committee after each sitting. Candidates must meet all exam and educational requirements to earn the ASA or FSA designation.

Retake PolicyMaximum 3 attempts per calendar year. 90-day waiting period between attempts. Full exam fee required for each retake.

LanguagesEnglish

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