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Series 87 Exam Prep
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Want to walk into your Series 87 Exam with confidence?
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The Series 87 Exam tests the two job functions that FINRA classifies as Preparation of Research Reports and Dissemination of Information.

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CURRICULUM
Series 87 Course Curriculum
Lesson 1
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Lesson 2
Introduction & Unit 1
Lesson 3
Unit 2: Regulatory Requirements
Lesson 4
Unit 3: Types of Research
Lesson 5
Unit 4: Regulation AC
Lesson 6
Unit 5: Public Appearances
Lesson 7
Unit 6: Registration Rewuirements
Lesson 8
Unit 7: IB & Research
Lesson 9
Unit 8: RA Compensation
Lesson 10
Unit 9: Personal Trading
Lesson 11
Unit 10: Communication with the Public
Lesson 12
Unit 11: New Issues
Lesson 13
Unit 12: Unit 12 and Wrap-Up
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Exam Details
About the Series 87 Exam
Exam Format
50 graded multiple-choice + 5 experimental, ungraded questions
Duration
1 hour and 45 minutes
Passing Score
74%
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
Recommended Study Time
30 to 50 hours
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Series 87 FAQ
Can I take the Series 87 Exam if I am not sponsored?

You must be sponsored by a FINRA member firm in order to take the Series 87. Learn more about sponsorship and consider the SIE exam if you aren't sponsored.

How many questions should I complete on the practice exams before I take the Series 87?

We recommend completing at least 450 practice questions prior to taking the actual exam.

What is the usual study time for the Series 87 exam?

Assuming you are working full-time while preparing for the examination, you should allow yourself 3-5 weeks or 30-50 hours to read through the material and complete practice exams.

Should I expect to use the full time allotted on the Series 87 Exam?

Most students are able to finish the exam within the allotted time, without being rushed.

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