SAPP CFA1 Quantitative Methods Slide 2026

Source: quantitative-methods/raw/SAPP_CFA1_Quant_Slide_2026.pdf Publisher: SAPP Academy — CFA Studying Experience Department Pages: ~470 slides Language: English (with Vietnamese notes)

Summary

Comprehensive slide deck covering all 11 modules of CFA Level 1 Quantitative Methods (2026 curriculum). Includes learning outcomes (LOS), theory, formulas, worked examples, financial calculator instructions (BA II Plus), and practice questions.

Modules Covered

Module	Title	Starting Page
1	Rates and Returns	3
2	Time Value of Money in Finance	33
3	Statistical Measures of Asset Returns	113
4	Probability Trees and Conditional Expectations	179
5	Portfolio Mathematics	212
6	Simulation Methods	255
7	Estimation and Inference	274
8	Hypothesis Testing	305
9	Parametric and Non-parametric Tests	376
10	Simple Linear Regression	396
11	Introduction to Big Data Techniques	452

Key Characteristics

• Each module starts with Learning Outcomes (LOS) aligned to CFA Institute curriculum
• Includes prerequisite (Pre.) sections for foundational knowledge
• Financial calculator (BA II Plus) step-by-step instructions for computations
• Practice questions at the end of each module in CFA exam format (multiple choice)
• Formulas presented in both mathematical notation and calculator keystrokes

Novel Insights

• Covers 2026 curriculum updates including Big Data Techniques (Module 11)
• Vietnamese examples (Hoa Phat, FPT, MWG) alongside standard international examples
• Clear distinction between prerequisite content and examinable LOS content