Candidate Pledge
Sample Candidate Pledge (may vary on exam day)
As a candidate in the CFA Program, I am obligated to follow Standard VII(A) of the CFA Institute Standards of Professional Conduct, which states that members and candidates must not engage in any conduct that compromises the reputation or integrity of CFA Institute or the CFA designation or the integrity, validity, or security of the CFA exam.
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Prior to this exam, I have not given or received information regarding
the content of this exam. During this exam, I will not give or receive
any information regarding the content of this exam.
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After this exam, I will not disclose any portion of this exam
and I will not remove any exam materials from the testing room
in original or copied form. I understand that all exam materials,
including my answers, are the property of CFA Institute and will not be
returned to me in any form.
- I will follow all rules of the CFA Program as stated on the CFA Institute website and the back cover of the exam book. My violation of any rules of the CFA Program will result in CFA Institute voiding my exam results and may lead to suspension or termination of my candidacy in the CFA Program.