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Series 79 Exam Prep

Prepare for the Series 79 exam with our industry-leading training curriculum, proactive faculty support, and data-driven guidance.

Passing this exam is required for financial professionals who want to work in investment banking. Interested in additional strategic direction from faculty and
more in-depth content coverage? Go for our S79 + All Access Pass exam prep course.

Percentage of candidates who pass our Series 79 benchmark exam on the first try that pass the actual exam:

99%

Percentage of candidates who average between 65% - 70% on their first 500 Series 79 practice questions that pass the actual exam on the first try:

99%

Course Outline

After enrolling, you’ll be invited to an Onboarding Call to kick off your study journey. You’ll also get a clear-cut action plan, access to all of the proprietary content in our Training Center, and periodic check-ins from our expert team to keep you on track.

  • Take the initial assessment

    Establish your baseline knowledge and see a preview of the types of questions you can expect on the exam. Identify areas that need more or less attention.

  • Crack open your textbook

    Follow along with the most up-to-date companion to our training materials. Ebook access is also included.

  • Watch video lectures

    Let the best faculty in the industry break down the material topic by topic in a relatable, engaging way.

  • Drill with practice questions

    Customize your training with our extensive library of sample questions. Apply our predictive analytics to curate questions around your toughest topics.

  • Dig into additional resources

    Improve your understanding by reviewing supplemental content carefully created and curated by our faculty.

  • Take the benchmark exam

    Find out how ready you are with an exam that represents the real thing. Prioritize topics you have yet to master on the home stretch.

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    Walk into your exam with confidence

    Prepare to pass with the support of data-driven guidance and perfectly-timed study reminders.

Series 79 Exam Details

  • Exam Format

    75 graded multiple-choice + 10 experimental, ungraded questions
  • Duration

    2 hours and 30 minutes
  • Passing Score

    73%
  • Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)

  • Recommended Study Time

    50 to 75 hours

Series 79 Exam Prep

One Year of Access

$595

Experience the gold standard in Series 79 Exam Prep with everything you need to pass your exam. KM’s premium study materials and outstanding support from our Client Experience team and Faculty are included for all candidates.

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Series 79 + All Access Pass

One Year of Access

$820

The Series 79 Exam Prep + All Access Pass includes everything in our gold standard course plus increased access to our Faculty with unlimited blended classes, unlimited live review sessions, and additional strategy calls.

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One Year of Access

$760

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Pass Efficiently with Strategy Advising

Strategy Advising combines expert guidance, personalized study plans, and weekly touch points to ensure you stay on track for exam success. Designed for busy professionals or those who need extra support, this program provides structured accountability and actionable steps to help you efficiently achieve your goals on the Series 79 exam.

Enrollment is limited, with an introductory price of $500 for three months. Secure your spot today for exclusive access to a dedicated Faculty Advisor and tailored support to pass your exam with confidence.

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Series 79 Exam Prep
What’s included

$595

$820

Resources
Study Essentials Course
Physical & digital textbook
Video lectures curated by expert Faculty
Digital flashcards
Customizable practice questions
Supplemental resources including Key Concepts
Preset exams to determine readiness
Spiral-bound workbook
Support
Client Experience support - calls & emails
Faculty team content Q&A - emails
Classes
Public Onboarding call to kick-off study journey
Unlimited live review sessions with faculty
Unlimited live blended classes with faculty
Performance
Automated performance monitoring & intervention
Study journey emails guidance with real-time updates
Private Faculty Strategy Calls for study guidance13

Additional Resources:

ADD-ON: Series 79 All Access Pass

$225.00

Series 79 Replacement Book (3rd ed.)

$50.00

Series 79 Workbook (Jan 2025)

$25.00

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