LIFA Exam — finance credential
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Pathways → GMAT & MBA

GMAT prep, MBA students, and MBA grads are ideal candidates for the LIFA Exam

Already sharpening quant, analytics, accounting, and ethics? LIFA converts those strengths into a market-recognized credential. With no registration/enrollment fee, pay only if you pass, year-round online scheduling, and fast results, you can add LIFA to your profile without disrupting GMAT study or MBA timelines.

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Three audiences, one efficient win

Here’s how LIFA dovetails with your current track and amplifies your story.

1) GMAT® candidates

Your quant, logic, and timing skills align with LIFA Level I: Quantitative Analysis, Economics, FSA. Use LIFA as proof of finance fluency while targeting MBA admission.

2) MBA students

Core MBA courses match LIFA’s blueprint: Accounting/FSA, Corporate Finance, Markets, Portfolio. Year-round scheduling fits internships, recruiting, and capstones.

3) MBA graduates

Convert classroom knowledge to a concise, market-credible credential. Fast results mean you can signal readiness quickly during on-cycle or off-cycle recruiting.

What you’re already learning maps cleanly to LIFA

GMAT skill
Quant Reasoning & Data Sufficiency
→ LIFA Quantitative Analysis, Economics (applied problem solving)
GMAT skill
Critical Reading & Integrated Reasoning
→ LIFA item sets & ethics cases; interpreting exhibits and disclosures
MBA course
Financial Accounting / Reporting
→ LIFA Financial Statement Analysis — ratios, quality, valuation inputs
MBA course
Corporate Finance
Time value, capital budgeting, cost of capital, leverage & payout policy
MBA course
Statistics / Data & Decision Modeling
Quantitative Analysis — probability, inference, regression, optimization intuition
MBA course
Micro & Macro Economics
Supply–demand, elasticity, market efficiency, monetary & fiscal basics
MBA course
Investments / Capital Markets
Security types, market microstructure, risk/return, CAPM intuition
MBA course
Fixed Income
Bonds, yields, duration/convexity, term structure basics
MBA course
Equity Analysis & Valuation
DCF building blocks, multiples, growth/ROIC diagnostics
MBA course
Derivatives & Risk Management
Forwards, futures, options, basic hedging
MBA course
Alternative Investments / Private Markets
Real assets, PE/VC overview, fund structures
MBA course
Portfolio Management
Diversification, asset allocation, IPS basics
MBA course
International / Global Markets
FX basics, trade flows, cross-border considerations
MBA course
Ethics & Professional Standards
Code of ethics, conduct, compliance, conflicts

Note: LIFA Level I emphasizes breadth and foundational mastery; Level II deepens application, synthesis, and evaluation. MBA programs may distribute these topics across core and electives with different course names.

Built for busy people

No up-front fees

Start with $0 to register or enroll. The exam fee is billed only after you pass.

365-day scheduling

Book online when you’re ready. If needed, there’s a 60-day wait between attempts for meaningful progress.

Fast results

Typical reporting within ~7 days, so you can move on to internships, recruiting, or the next level.

Suggested plan (pick your track)

GMAT candidate

Blend LIFA Quant/Econ/FSA review into GMAT study blocks. Take LIFA Level I near your GMAT test date while your timing and quant are sharp.

6–10 weeks

MBA student

Anchor LIFA study to your accounting/finance terms. Sit for Level I between terms or right after finals using year-round scheduling.

One term

MBA graduate

Leverage prior coursework; focus on item-set practice and ethics refresh. Target fast results to align with recruiting windows.

4–6 weeks
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Common questions

Will LIFA prep interfere with my GMAT or MBA work?
It shouldn’t. The content overlap means your existing study time pulls double duty. Year-round scheduling lets you pick a calm week.
What are the Level I weightings?
LIFA publishes Level I subject weightings (e.g., Ethics, FSA, Quant, Economics, Equity, Fixed Income, etc.). Use them to allocate time—especially while you’re already doing GMAT/MBA work in those areas.
How are fees handled?
There’s no registration or enrollment fee. The exam fee is billed only after a passing result. Scholarships may be available for eligible candidates.

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