scientific calculator

David Harper CFA FRM

David Harper CFA FRM
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Hi lavinde,

I do not think you can use a "scientific" calculator, here are the approved calculators @ http://www.garp.org/frm/exam-overview/testing-policies-and-procedures/calculator-policies.aspx
I think most use the TI (Professional) BA II+

Alex says "HP 20b (GARP approved) calculator allows you to calculate CDF and inverse for normal, Student's, F and Chi-square distributions. Not the most user-friendly calculator of the lot, but quite useful in this particular field." see comment @ http://forum.bionicturtle.com/threads/l1-t4-5-black-scholes-with-dividends.4795/#post-13247

Thanks, David
 

David Harper CFA FRM

David Harper CFA FRM
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Lavinde,

Thanks, really appreciate that!

The upper forum boards are open to public (free but must be registered)

The lower boards (where i linked) are practice Q&A, those are for paid members only (I probably should mention when i link, but I recognized your username and assumed you had access). So, the system is correctly blocking you, as you are a free but registered member, unless and until you are paid. Don't get me wrong, we are honored for your visit :) and, no pressure at all ... we'll be sending a newsletter out re: the new program not too long after the AIMs publish. Thanks for your interest!

David

PS: re my link, I was saying that neither the TI BA II+ and HP 12c perform CDF functions, and i didn't think any of the calculators did, and Alex corrected me with:

"Hi, David,
I just wanted to update you on a point: the HP 20b (GARP approved) calculator allows you to calculate CDF and inverse for normal, Student's, F and Chi-square distributions. Not the most user-friendly calculator of the lot, but quite useful in this particular field.
Thanks,
Alex "
 

David Harper CFA FRM

David Harper CFA FRM
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okay, but just to clarify, our model is a 1-year subscription, we are already currently "ready for purchase" (e.g, we have people currently purchasing).

The newsletter to your inbox will share the 2012 publishing calendar. We separate:
  • the publish schedule, from
  • the purchase cycle (it doesn't matter to us when you purchase ... i like it this way because, frankly, it puts less pressure on everybody, including we don't have to go out with a big selling push, which isn't my cup of tea)
thanks, David
 
David
I want to prepare for the FRM Part I exam, and I want to sit the exam in either MAY 2012 or NOV 2012.
Can you send me the link of the the latest course material from BT which will help me prepare for either MAY 2012 or NOV 2012 FRM Part I exam?
I thought I had to wait until you realse the most LATEST course with the LATEST coverage for FRM Part I exam for the year 2012. :(
I am new to FRM and have very little idea. But I do want to give it my best shot.
 

David Harper CFA FRM

David Harper CFA FRM
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Hi lavinde, I will get Suzanne's help ... please look for a Suzanne to share links over the weekend.

But two thoughts:
  1. Please see my summary comparison of the reading list @ http://forum.bionicturtle.com/threads/first-impressions-2012-frm-part-1-l1-reading-list.5012/
    i.e., P1 2012 is almost identical to P1 2011 ... such that nothing is really stopping you for starting preparation now by starting with our current library
  2. Nevertheless, if you are not comfortable, you can wait for our newsletter b/c I am currently working on the structured email program, which will pulls together a "program" for 2012. If you want even more guidance, then just await the email
Suzanne will add more, thanks, David
 
David
I will wait for your email. I think it will be best that way. Your email will have everything in it. Fresh and new and updated stuff. And I can forward to my friends as well.
 
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