If you're ready to invest in a formal Series 65 prep course, 51Թ can place you in a private Series 65 class to help you reach for your professional ambitions. Series 65 (known as the Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination) is a high-stakes exam required for investment professionals to earn a license to act as an Investment Adviser Representative in most states. Some of the broad topics covered include fiduciary duties, portfolio management, retirement planning, ethics, and legal regulations associated with the financial industry. If your test prep could use a boost, consider taking a Series 65 course today!
Many Series 65 prep courses begin by reviewing the structure of the exam. The chart provided below reveals the most important points about the test:
Series 65 Exam Format
Question Format | # Questions | Time Allowed | Passing Score |
Multiple-Choice | 130 | 180 Minutes | 72.3% |
A three-hour exam can feel pretty grueling, so you might want to take a few practice exams during a Series 65 prep class to help build up your mental stamina. Taking practice tests may also help you understand exactly what the test is asking you, as FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) exams are known to write questions to intentionally mislead financial professionals.
Taking practice exams can also be a good way to identify your academic strengths as well as any areas of opportunity where you could improve. The list below includes some of the topics you may want to review in a Series 65 class:
Series 65 Topics (Non-Comprehensive)
- Business cycles
- Monetary and fiscal policies
- Income statements and balance sheets
- Time value of money concepts
- Valuation ratios
- Systematic risks
- Liquidation priorities
- Insured and demand deposits
- Asset-backed securities and corporate bonds
- Fixed income securities and their characteristics
- Nonqualified employee stock options
- Shareholder rights
- Technical analysis
- Mutual funds
- Sole proprietorships
If that seems like an intimidating list, know that private Series 65 prep classes can help you break it down into more digestible chunks. All of our Series 65 courses involve one-on-one test preparation with a private tutor, allowing you to study exactly what you need to. For instance, if you're confident with fixed income securities but have a harder time with non-qualified employee stock options, your sessions can concentrate on the stock options to help improve your study efficiency.
Likewise, working in a one-on-one environment ensures that any questions you have are addressed in a timely fashion. Many students also find it easier to ask for help in a private Series 65 course than a crowded classroom full of students.
Perhaps most importantly, Series 65 courses may be adapted to your unique needs. For example, visual learners may want to work with flashcards to remember all of the laws and regulations covered on the Series 65 exam, while an auditory learner might prefer to listen to a recording detailing the same information. Similarly, your instructor can take the time to really get to know you, potentially incorporating your outside interests into your study sessions to make them more engaging.
51Թ also works hard to make Series 65 classes as accessible as possible. All instruction takes place on our innovative Live Learning Platform, providing all of the benefits of face-to-face instruction without the logistical drawbacks of trying to meet up in person. We also try to match every student we work with to an expert instructor who can accommodate their scheduling needs for added flexibility.
If you would like to learn more about our Series 65 classes or are ready to enroll today, give us a call! Educational Directors are standing by to help you with any questions you may have.

Alexander: Series 65 course instructor
...peers, colleagues, and students across various subjects, including English writing, SIE, Series 6/7/63/65/66 licensing, and the Certified Financial Planner designation. I also teach literature, finance, and philosophy. My teaching philosophy emphasizes understanding the subject's conceptual "big picture." Understanding the concepts provides an excellent framework for filling in the specific details and supporting memory retention over time. My goal is to prioritize authentic learning, enabling my students to pass their tests and, more importantly, grow as...
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-East - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 66
- CFP
- +37 subjects
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Insurance License
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 86
- +23 subjects

Evan: Series 65 course instructor
...5% of my class) from Northwestern University with a degree in economics. I subsequently passed all 3 levels of the CFA examination process. I have worked in Investment Banking (Barclays Investment Bank) where I performed complex financial analyses before subsequently working in Private Equity. Most recently, I served as a Director of Finance for a Private Equity owned enterprise. I have helped many students in statistics, economics, managerial accounting, financial accounting and finance. I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 63
- SIE
- +27 subjects

Scot: Series 65 course instructor
...June of 2011. In February of 2017, I co-founded my financial planning firm, Providers & Families Wealth Management, with my wife, Lindsey; and in December of that year, I became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER. The most influential teachers in my life provided an engaging and entertaining learning experience, and I strongly believe that these are very important characteristics of an impactful education! I look forward to helping you in your pursuit of your next FINRA...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 6
- Series 79
- Series 24
- +12 subjects

Brian: Series 65 course instructor
...I can tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about finance, FINRA exams, decision making, financial literacy, and leadership. I am a firm proponent of higher education as well as career connected training, believing each one respectively is necessary for an improved quality of life depending on the personality of the student. I try to impart this perspective with students or working professionals as it tends to really boost confidence, progress, and...
Education & Certification
- Portland State University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7
- Series 26
- Series 63
- +22 subjects

Robin: Series 65 course instructor
...experience in the investment world has allowed me to engage with students at various stages of their educational journeys, tailoring my approach to suit their unique needs. I hold an MBA from Stetson University and a B.A. from the University of British Columbia. I tutor subjects related to finance, business, and preparation for FINRA certifications (Series 6, 7, 63, 65 and 66). My teaching philosophy revolves around fostering critical thinking, encouraging open communication, and making...
Education & Certification
- University of British Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Daytona State College - Associate in Arts, Accounting
- Stetson University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 66
- Series 63
- Series 6
- +23 subjects

Roman: Series 65 course instructor
...Ins - And I've passed all of them on the first attempt. I've actually passed the Series 7 twice! I'm passionate about personal finance and love helping others understand the concepts needed to pass these exams. It's a great field to work in, so I truly enjoy whenever I'm able to help someone pass the entry or advancement exams! My goal as your tutor is simple: To help you pass the exam on the first...
Education & Certification
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- SIE
- CFP
- +60 subjects

Nancy: Series 65 course instructor
...As a college economics major with an MBA, and as former investment banker with many years of experience there (now retired), I enjoy teaching finance, accounting, and econ as well as the various secrutities licensing tests. But my avocations are history and literature and I love teaching them as well--whether through assisting with regular school homework and test preparation, or through SAT/ACT prep, or through AP/SAT subject test prep in English Literature, Human Geography, or...
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Harvard Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 66
- SIE
- Series 63
- +85 subjects

Brendan Daniel : Series 65 course instructor
...to your goal. I graduated with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Economics. Since graduation, I worked in asset management as a portfolio manager while pursuing my CFA, and recently founded my own firm. Currently, I am a level 3 CFA candidate and portfolio manager for my digital asset hedge fund. I focus on the fund's DeFi investment strategy, blockchain research, and protocol risk management. For students, (and interns), I have taught solidity,...
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 26
- Series 57
- Series 28
- +62 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Essex - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- FRM
- CAIA
- +14 subjects

Aleta: Series 65 course instructor
...the financial services industry, I have passionately seen my primary role as an educator. This is equally important to me as a tutor. During my career, I obtained the Certified Series 7, 6, 63, and 65 and the Life, Health, Annuities and Variable Contracts Producer License within various states. I also hold an MBA in finance. I own a financial consulting firm providing financial coaching, financial educational presentations/events, academic instruction and money management skills individually...
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Public Relations
- Hampton University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Insurance License
- Series 7
- +27 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Missouri-St Louis - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 9
- Series 57
- Series 79
- +24 subjects
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 79
- Real Estate License
- CDR - Commission on Dietetic Registration
- +56 subjects

Zachary: Series 65 course instructor
...TD Ameritrade's training program to pass the Series 7 and Series 63 Licenses. The program I have learned is designed specifically to teach you the information you need to know to pass and skip out on all the fluff. I have a vast understanding of the "test world" concepts and their real world applications. If you are looking for a tutor who can break down the concepts into an easy to understand bits look no...
Education & Certification
- Troy University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 66
- Series 28
- Series 24
- +12 subjects

James: Series 65 course instructor
...is generally defined as the application of advanced analytics, primarily mathematics based, to make better business decisions. As a result, I believe Algebra is essential to long-term mathematics learning, knowledge, and personal success. Therefore, while I am available to assist in many subject areas, my tutoring focus is on helping any age student excel at Algebra and the fundamentals of mathematics. I like to think of myself as a golfer even though I don't get...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Operations Research
- Cornell University - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Pre-Calculus
- College Business
- Mathematical Optimization
- +28 subjects

Kim: Series 65 course instructor
...(heavy in the finance arena, including insurance, securities & investment banking/related) I can relate to people on different levels. I excel in working with those who are learning challenged. This can range from a person who is a non-native English speaker to someone with ADHD/Autism. If you need to take a certification test, I can quell your nerves. I will tutor/coach/mentor you through the subject at hand and in process, impart in you a set...
Education & Certification
- University of Alaska Anchorage - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
- International Seminary for Distance Education in Theology - Bachelor of Theological Studies, Theology
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- SIE
- Series 7
- Insurance License
- +46 subjects

Vincent : Series 65 course instructor
...MBA Graduate, and Lifelong Learner. I have successfully taken and passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), the General Securities Representative (Series 7), the Uniform Securities Agent State Law (Series 63), and the Uniform Investment Advisor Law (Series 65) examinations. Due to my experience in financial services, I will be able to incorporate real-world examples into my sessions in order to help students grasp and understand the material at hand. Let's get started!
Education & Certification
- University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics
- Georgian Court University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- Series 63
- +14 subjects

Lonie: Series 65 course instructor
...as a primary source of income; I teach because I enjoy helping others enough to do it in my spare time. People don't care what you know until they know that you care. I'm supposed to write something here about my own achievements. I have an impressive resume by most peoples' standards. But my achievements don't amount to anything unless they translate into helping YOU pass your exam. Let's just leave it at that.
Education & Certification
- Bowling Green State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, German
- West Virginia University - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
- Xavier University - Master of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- SIE
- Insurance License
- Series 63
- +21 subjects

Ben: Series 65 course instructor
Experienced portfolio manager, strategist and published author with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled in Asset Management, Equities, Bonds, Investment Strategies, and Capital Markets. Strong finance professional with a MBA focused in Finance, General from University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business. Series 65, 7, 63, 24, CFA, FRM
Education & Certification
- University of Amsterdam - Bachelor of Economics, Economics
- University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- CPA
- FRM
- +39 subjects

Claudio: Series 65 course instructor
CFA level 1 candidate with diversified graduate-level education in econometrics, derivatives, corporate finance, economics and financial statement analysis. I am a team player, goal oriented, trustworthy. I am fluent in Spanish and English and I am the former President of the Latino Student Association at BYU- Hawaii. I have been educated in 3 different continents. Registered Representative (Series 7)
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Hawaii - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Trinity College - Master of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 65
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 6
- Series 66
- +34 subjects