The CFA Program is administered by CFA Institute and involves passing three progressively difficult exams over a minimum of 1.5 years. The charter provides benefits like global recognition for finance professionals in fields like investment banking, portfolio management, and research. The exams have different question styles and durations at each of the three levels, and candidates are recommended to study 250 hours for each level. Topic areas covered include ethics, economics, corporate finance, and investments. Exam fees range from $1035-1460 depending on registration deadlines.