Program Overview

University Program: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program is a university diploma offered by the University of Paris Dauphine - PSL. The program aims to present the Common Body of Knowledge (CBOK) in finance, as recognized by the CFA Institute, and prepare students for the CFA Level 1 certification.

Objectives of the Program

The objectives of the CFA program are:

• To present the Common Body of Knowledge in finance, as recognized by the CFA Institute
• To prepare students for the CFA Level 1 certification

Program Structure

The program consists of two semesters, with the following courses:

Semestre 1

• Ethical and Professional Standards (2 sessions)
• Quantitative Methods (2 sessions)
• Financial Statement Analysis (4 sessions)
• Corporate Finance (3 sessions)
• Fixed Income (2 sessions)

Semestre 2

• Equity Investment (3 sessions)
• Derivatives (1 session)
• Alternative (1 session)
• Portfolio Management (2 sessions)
• Economics (2 sessions)

Pedagogical Methods

The program includes approximately twenty in-person sessions, held on Saturday mornings from late September to the end of March, and also on Friday evenings.

Application and Admission

To apply for the program, candidates must submit an online application through the MyCandidature platform. The program is limited to 30 students, and the tuition fee is 5,572 euros for professionals and 2,700 euros for students and young professionals.

Important Dates

• Application deadline: May 5, 2026
• Program start date: October 30, 2026

Program Details

The CFA program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the CFA Level 1 exam, while also completing a minimum of four months of internships in finance. The program is taught by professionals who hold the CFA certification and have recognized expertise in finance.