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Tips for taking the PDR:

In order to properly assess your Level I readiness, candidates should take the PDR under CAIA exam conditions

 

  • give yourself a two hour (120 minute) time limit
  • do NOT use outside reference materials

 

Prerequisite Diagnostic Review (PDR)

 

In order to assess your readiness for Level I of the CAIA program, we recommend all candidates take the

Prerequisite Diagnostic Review (PDR).*

 

Candidates who score less than 70% on the PDR are encouraged to read through the Prerequisite Materials

 

 

*If you are unable to access the PDR through the link above, the PDR is also available in PDF form below.

CAIA Prerequisite Diagnostic Review (8th edition of Investments) - Form A -  (PDF)

CAIA Prerequisite Diagnostic Review (8th edition of Investments) - Form B  (PDF)

 

CAIA Prerequisite Diagnostic Review (7th edition of Investments) - Form A -  (PDF)

CAIA Prerequisite Diagnostic Review (7th edition of Investments) - Form B  (PDF)