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Securities Industry Essentials Exam (Elective and Optional)

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Pass the SIE Exam to demonstrate finance industry knowledge. Score 70%+ to auto-earn the Future CFO badge — a powerful credential for finance careers.

ELECTIVE

Securities Industry Essentials Exam (Elective and Optional)

Stuart School of Business · C-Suite Track

SIE Exam Info →
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Year: Sophomore+ (Elective and Optional)
Time: 20–40 hours of study
Requirement: Pass the SIE Exam (score 70%+ for Future CFO badge)
Verification: Exam score report + 300-word career application reflection

✦ SIE Exam · FINRA Certification · Future CFO Pathway ✦

💼 Stuart School of Business Partnership · Stuart Experience Hub

★ C-SUITE TRACK · Pass with 70%+ to auto-earn the Future CFO badge

About This Activity

The Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam is a FINRA-administered exam that validates your understanding of the securities industry. Passing demonstrates serious commitment to a finance career, and a score of 70%+ automatically earns you the prestigious Future CFO badge. Stuart CMC advisors and the Stuart Investments team can provide study guidance.

Badges Earned

Digital Literacy Expert
Future CFO (auto-earn at 70%+)

How to Complete

1
Study
20–40 hours of preparation
2
Register
FINRA exam registration
3
Pass
Score 70%+ for Future CFO
4
Submit
Score report + reflection

💡 Pro Tip: The SIE Exam is available to anyone 18+, no sponsorship required. Passing before graduation puts you ahead of 90% of entry-level finance candidates!

Resources

FINRA SIE Exam Info →
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Stuart CMC: Meet the CMC Team · Advising: J. Twombly · S.B. Kang · Elevate: elevate@illinoistech.edu
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