The CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) charter is a globally recognized credential that demonstrates mastery of investment analysis and portfolio management skills. Earning the CFA charter involves passing three levels of exams over different topics including ethics, economics, financial reporting and analysis. The charter prepares candidates for careers like portfolio manager, research analyst, chief executive, consultant, and risk manager. It provides benefits like real-world expertise from an advanced curriculum, worldwide recognition, ethical grounding, and access to a global network of over 125,000 charterholders.