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Series 24 Exam Details

Supervise with Confidence: Prepare for the Series 24 Exam

This exam is required of individuals responsible for the management or supervision of a member’s investment banking or securities business. The Series 24 qualifies an individual as a General Securities Principal.

Series 24 Exam at a Glance

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  • 150

    multiple-choice questions

  • 3:75 Hours

    Time Limit

  • 70%

    Passing score required to pass

More About the Series 24 Exam

Prerequisites

Candidates must pass one of the following exams: Series 7, 17, 37, 38, 57, 62, 79, or 82

Outline of Topics Covered

  • Supervision of Investment Banking, Underwriting Activities and Research

  • Supervision of Trading and Market Making Activities

  • Supervision of Brokerage Office Operations

  • Sales Supervision and General Supervision of Employees

  • Compliance with Financial Responsibility Rules

Best Practices Guide

Kaplan has prepared a Best Practices Guide to help you pass the first time! This guide includes recommended study hours, how to use your study materials effectively, and test-taking tips. Access the guide and other free materials here.

Additional Details

For more exam details, including fees and passing score, please visit FINRA.

  • You must be at least 18 years of age and have a basic understanding of the industry to attend our live classes.

  • Review the enrollment and prerequisite requirements on www.finra.org for the series exam you plan to take. Note, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam does not require employer sponsorship.

  • Enroll in a Kaplan Financial Education securities licensing course four to six weeks before the class date by calling Kaplan Financial Education customer service at 800.427.4680 or enrolling online at www.kaplanfinancial.com/securities.

  • Schedule an appointment for the licensing exam with Prometric Testing Centers at www.prometric.com/finra three to four weeks before the class begins. You are able to schedule two or more different exams on the same day. However, you must make a separate appointment for each of the exams.

  • For optimum results, plan to do some pre/post-study. Also, plan for homework questions each night and two to three days of review before taking your licensing exam.

  • Take your test within five days of completing the class, and go into the exam with confidence!

Attention Colorado Students

Kaplan Financial Education is approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board (DPOS). View the Colorado College Bulletin.

Begin Preparing for the Series 24 Exam

Boost your exam readiness with Kaplan’s Series 24 study packages, featuring Premium, Essential, and Basic options. From live instruction to flexible self-study, we provide the study tools and additional materials you need to pass.
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