Sample roadmap
College Graduate → Financial Analyst
A 12-month path from any bachelor's degree into financial analysis. Learn financial modeling, Excel mastery, and valuation — then break in through networking and the CFA Level I.
Target
Financial Analyst
Duration
12 months (post-graduation)
Difficulty
Advanced
Financial Foundations
Accounting, Excel, and financial statements
Approx
14w
skill
Accounting Fundamentals
skill
Excel for Finance
skill
Corporate Finance Basics
Modeling & Analysis
Financial modeling and valuation
Approx
16w
skill
Financial Modeling
skill
Valuation Methods
project
Industry Analysis Project
Credential & Break In
CFA Level I and job search
Approx
20w
skill
CFA Level I Prep
certification
CFA Level I Exam
experience
Financial Analyst Role
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