Genre: Exam Prep Book / Study Manual, Test Preparation / Study Guide, Finance / Risk Management, Professional Certification, Graduate / Professional Students, Books > Business & Money > Finance > Risk Management
ISBN: 9781078849883
Edition: 2025, 2025
Pages: 2000
Specifications
Book Details
Publication Year
2025 ?The 2025 FRM Exam Curriculum was published in December 2024
Edition Type
?The 2025 FRM Exam materials are collectively referred to as the "2025 FRM Curriculum". This curriculum encompasses the official study materials, including the FRM Candidate Guide, Learning Objectives, and Study Guide, as well as the FRM Exam Books for both Part I and Part II. These materials are updated annually to ensure alignment with current financial risk management practices
Exam
1. FRM Part 1 Exam:
Focus: Core concepts of financial risk management.
Content:
Foundations of Risk Management
Quantitative Analysis
Financial Markets and Products
Valuation and Risk Models
Table of Contents
?? Book 1: Foundations of Risk Management
Introduction to Risk Management
Risk Types and Risk Management Tools
Corporate Governance and Risk Oversight
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Ethics and the GARP Code of Conduct
Credit Rating Agencies and Risk Disclosure
?? Book 2: Quantitative Analysis
Basic Probability Concepts
Random Variables and Probability Distributions
Common Univariate Distributions
Multivariate Distributions
Sampling and Estimation
Hypothesis Testing
Linear Regression
Time-Series Analysis
Monte Carlo Simulation
Scenario Analysis and Stress Testing
?? Book 3: Financial Markets and Products
Structure of Financial Markets
Fixed-Income Securities
Derivatives: Forwards, Futures, and Options
Swaps and Structured Products
Currencies and Currency Risk
Hedging and Trading Strategies
Financial Intermediaries and Market Participants
Central Banking and Monetary Policy
?? Book 4: Valuation and Risk Models
Time Value of Money and Discounted Cash Flow
Bond Valuation and Yield Curves
Option Valuation (Black-Scholes, Binomial)
Risk Measures (VaR, CVaR)
Backtesting VaR Models
Credit Risk Measurement
Operational Risk Models
Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis (Advanced)
Liquidity Risk
Model Risk
Contributors
Author Info
?The Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification is developed and administered by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), a not-for-profit organization founded in 1996. GARP is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey, and serves over 279,000 members globally
Series & Set Details
Series Name
Kaplan Schweser FRM Study Series:
Comprehensive Study Package that includes study notes, video lectures, and practice exams.
Schweser provides a series of study materials and tools to help candidates prepare effectively for the exam.
Bionic Turtle FRM Series:
Includes Mastery Series and Foundational Series, where you can progress from the basic to more advanced risk management concepts.
Offers video lessons, practice questions, and study guides tailored for FRM candidates.
AnalystPrep FRM Study Series:
Provides a comprehensive series of practice questions and video lessons.
Offers different learning packages that cater to different needs, including mock exams and progress tracking tools.
IFT (Ibrahim Financial Training):
Series of video lectures and study notes focusing on core concepts and practical risk management skills.
A series of mock exams and practice questions designed to help reinforce learning
School Books Details
Board
The Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) is the governing body that administers the FRM exams and grants the FRM certification.
Subject
Finance
University Books Details
Stream
Commerce
(core stream in schools/universities that leads to finance and accounting careers)
Degree/Diploma
Certification:
The FRM is a certification program designed to equip professionals with knowledge and skills in financial risk management. It is granted by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) after successfully passing FRM Part 1 and Part 2 exams.
Purpose:
The FRM certification is ideal for individuals working in or aiming for careers in risk management, financial analysis, investment banking, corporate finance, and other related fields.
It is highly regarded in the financial industry, especially for positions involving market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.
Specialization
Financial Risk Management ? (core focus of FRM)
Term
Duration of Study:
Typically 4 to 6 months of preparation per part
(Many candidates follow a 16–24 week study plan for Part 1), This would refer to the 2025 FRM Exam, which could be for the May 2025 or November 2025 exam cycle.