If you're studying for the Series 24, then you may be interested in taking a Series 24 course from Varsity Tutors. You can easily sign up for a Series 24 class when you reach out to us today. Or, you can continue reading for more information on how Series 24 courses can help you get more out of your study sessions.
This exam is also commonly called the General Securities Principal Qualification Examination. The goal of the test is to assess the competency of candidates who are preparing for a job as a general securities principal. Brokers and financial advisors are some of the most common groups of professionals who take the Series 24. The exam consists of 150 scored questions and 10 unscored questions. You'll have three hours and forty-five minutes to complete your test and must get at least 70% of the questions correct in order to pass. Series 24 classes can help you prepare for this challenging exam.
Before diving into how a Series 24 prep course could help you get ready for your upcoming test, here's some information on the exam's eligibility requirements:
Series 24 Exam Eligibility Requirements
- Sponsorship from a FINRA member firm or other applicable self-regulatory organization (SRO) member firm.
- Passing of the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam AND one other representative-level qualification exam:
- Series 7 (General Securities Partner)
- Series 57 (Trader Principal)
- Series 79 (Investment Banking Principal)
- Series 82 (Private Securities Offerings Principal)
- Series 86/87 (Research Principal)
- -OR-
- Passing of the Series 16 exam
Signing up for a Series 24 course is a unique way to prepare for your exam because it gives you the chance to work directly with your educator through a series of one-on-one Series 24 prep classes. This setting means that you can get a customized lesson plan from your instructor that reflects your specific academic needs. When you sign up for a Series 24 class, you won't need to worry about wasting time on topics that you already understand. Series 24 prep courses are a streamlined experience that may help you progress at a quicker rate than other test preparation options. Additionally, your Series 24 prep class will be flexible to ensure that you don't have to make too many scheduling sacrifices when you sign up. Thus, this is a realistic option for even the busiest working professionals.
Below, you'll see a breakdown of the question types you'll encounter while taking the Series 24 examination:
| Series 24 Section | Focus | # Questions |
| Section 1 | Supervision of Registration of Broker-Dealer and Personnel Management Activities | 9 |
| Section 2 | Supervision of General Broker-Dealer Activities | 45 |
| Section 3 | Supervision of Retail and Institutional Customer-Related Activities | 32 |
| Section 4 | Supervision of Trading and Market Making Activities | 32 |
| Section 5 | Supervision of Investment Banking and Research | 32 |
Your Series 24 class instructor can also help you deal with any test-taking issues you may have encountered in the past. For example, if you're someone who's previously dealt with test anxiety, your educator can show you exercises you can do to remain calm while taking your exam. They can also provide you with tips for managing your time better if you need assistance with that. Taking a Series 24 course is truly a well-rounded learning experience.
Getting started as a general securities principal may involve taking the Series 24 exam. If you've decided to take this test and would like some help preparing for it, then consider taking a Series 24 class with Varsity Tutors. You can get started with the study supplement of your choice quickly when you contact us today. This can be a difficult exam to study for on your own. Why not let us help you get more out of your study sessions? We hope to hear from you soon and would love to help you pursue your test goals.
Victoria: Series 24 course instructor
...24, and 2-15. I am passionate about personal financial literacy and have previously taught financial literacy classes to high school students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about business, economics, leadership, personal finance, and securities licensing. In my experience helping students prepare for complex exams, we always seem to have the most success when we have discovered the student's learning style and thought-process. I believe learning should be an...
Education & Certification
- University of South Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Florida Atlantic University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 51
- Series 65
- Series 23
- +35 subjects
Ben: Series 24 course instructor
...teach via analogy -- I relate what you DO know to what you are TRYING to learn. I've also developed instructional aides to clearly demonstrate principles being taught. No one knows it all and we all need help. If you're looking for an edge in any of the areas of my expertise, invest in your future and let me help you get there faster and stronger. ------------------- My life mission has been analyzing the past...
Education & Certification
- The University of Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington - Master in Management, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 63
- Series 7
- Quantitative Reasoning
- +43 subjects
Barrett: Series 24 course instructor
...winning is largely a function of how it's defined, I consider my own success to be helping my students along a journey to attaining their respective goals. But that journey begins with a first step, at times a humbling step. As a coach and mentor, I value my role as your trusted resource in helping you take those initial steps on your journey to passing the securities exam(s) and onward to a bright future!
Education & Certification
- Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
- Louisiana State University and Agricultural Mechanical College - Doctor of Laws, Law Enforcement Administration
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 66
- +20 subjects
edward: Series 24 course instructor
I am a person with an easy-going personality style with complete empathy for your situation. I am 100% committed I graduated from the University of South Florida in 1986 and got my Real Estate License from the State of Florida that same year. In addition, I achieved the status as a Licensed Real Estate Broker in 1992 and have owned and managed various brokerages throughout my career as the Broker of Record.
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Real Estate License
- Series 65
- Series 27
- +7 subjects
Mary: Series 24 course instructor
...experience proved to be mutually beneficial both to my professional career, as it was for the bank's global securities businesses (particularly US Equities and Swiss Treasury) that I diligently represented resulting in increasing customer business and attractive risk adjusted return on capital (RAROC). My career trajectory continued to expand beyond US domestic equity markets into global markets - Asia, Latin America, Europe as well as into other asset classes FX, Commodities, Fixed Income dictated by...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- SIE
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- Series 51
- +109 subjects
S: Series 24 course instructor
...the Yale School of Management and a B.S. in Finance from the University of Montana. I am an avid skier, and teach skiing part time as well. For the past 7 years I have been a small business owner. I love the teaching and learning process. For several years I have taught skiing. Skiing is a superb example of a skill that can be broken down to basic components and mastered through practice, repetition, and...
Education & Certification
- The University of Montana - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
- Yale University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- Series 55
- +67 subjects
James: Series 24 course instructor
...over $700 million in customer assets under management, and employed approximately 300 licensed personnel. I coordinated and managed all functions of the holding company and its subsidiaries, which included a national brokerage firm, a commodity firm, an insurance firm, a market-making brokerage firm, and a facilities company. My responsibilities included all aspects of corporate and financial management, new business development, strategic planning, and tactical operations. After retiring from the Financial Services Industry, I have both...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 5 - Interest Rate Options Exams
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 53
- +24 subjects
Aaron: Series 24 course instructor
...believe a lot of work done by financial professionals is noble, they have the ability to help others retire comfortably, protect themselves and loved ones against unfortunate circumstances, help others as well as many other goals they have. I believe there is a right way to do business and I strive to help others in their efforts to do business the right way. My expertise started long ago when I received my Bachelor's in Finance...
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska at Omaha - Bachelor of Science, Finance
- Kansas State University - Master of Science, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 65
- Series 66
- Series 53
- +7 subjects
Dennis: Series 24 course instructor
...stock, trader, analyst and writer. I started at the NY brokerage firm Bear Stearns at 17 years old and earned some licenses along the way (7, 63, 55 and 24 supervisory principal). Life is easiest when armed with a variety of skill sets. So learn a little of everything but specialize in something that you feel like learning, even if there will be no test or recognition. Your education is really for yourself and those...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 63
- Series 7
- SIE
- +49 subjects
Richard: Series 24 course instructor
I am an Investment Banker specializing in Healthcare and Manufacturing both for Capital Raises and Buy and Sell side.
Education & Certification
- Purdue University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
- Indiana University - Master of Science, Public Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 6
- Series 79
- SIE
- +20 subjects
Edward: Series 24 course instructor
A 25 plus year veteran of the Financial Services industry. I have been involved with advising and counselling both clients and advisors, and am passionate about helping others learn how financial markets work. I have passed the Series 6, 7, 24, 26, and 66 exams, and held the Massachusetts Life and Health insurance licenses. I am currently a high school basketball coach, and former youth and high school football coach.
Education & Certification
- Western New England University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 63
- Series 9
- +22 subjects
Hal: Series 24 course instructor
...intellectual, or spiritual. Learning is unique to each person and each person, who has the interest, will benefit from the best possible learning situation that can be provided and consequently contribute to the whole of society. No one method applies to all. It is my goal to focus on the individual, adapt my methods to their needs, and inspire them to succeed. I enjoyed a nearly thirty-year career in financial services where I worked as...
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 87
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 86
- +171 subjects
Pamela: Series 24 course instructor
...in Economics. I have experience teaching English as a Second Language online to children ages 3-15 in China. I work professionally in the Financial Services industry and have experience in professional speaking, presentation skills and Train the Trainer classes. I enjoy making a connection with my students (regardless of subject matter or age of learner) and thoroughly understanding their needs and objectives. I think mutual learning can occur from either a teacher or student position...
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor of Science, International Marketing
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 26
- Series 66
- +69 subjects
Nhan: Series 24 course instructor
...another Master program, this one is for Accountancy, specialized in Auditing. I am expected to finish my second Master in Fall of 2019, and I will start my Doctorate program for Business and Corporate Strategies in August 2019. My primary areas of focus are Finra licensing, such as Series 7 and Series 65, along with Economics, Finance and General Accounting. I believe in a thorough and rational approach to learning, where individual problem can be...
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics
- Ohio University-Main Campus - Master of Science, Applied Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- CPA
- Series 65
- Series 66
- +78 subjects
David: Series 24 course instructor
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 66
- Series 65
- Series 10
- +16 subjects
Howard: Series 24 course instructor
Knowledge is power. If you need to help better understand the Series 7, 63 or 65 , consider me. My score on the Series 7 was 92.
Education & Certification
- Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 79
- Series 9
- Series 10
- +23 subjects
Nancy: Series 24 course instructor
...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 American or...
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Harvard Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 6
- Series 79
- +83 subjects
Brian: Series 24 course instructor
I have a BS in finance and economics, I worked as a financial analyst and investment specialist for a brokerage firm. I abruptly changed direction and joined the military where I spent close to a decade serving in the United States Army Special Forces. I approach tutoring with a "no quit" attitude as I have done with many things in my life. Together we will make it happen!
Education & Certification
- Johnson Wales University-Providence - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 63
- Series 66
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +18 subjects
Daniel: Series 24 course instructor
I have been in the financial service industry for over 18 years and I would like to pass on my knowledge and experiences so that others can benefit .
Education & Certification
- Saint Peters College - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 10
- Series 7
- Series 63
- +4 subjects
Garth: Series 24 course instructor
...Rowe Price. I am FINRA Series 7, Series 6, Series 63, Series 24, and Series 66 registered in all 53 jurisdictions. In previous roles, I was responsible for mentoring and supporting associates tasked with passing various FINRA licenses, as well as the following exams: CRPC, CFP, ChFC. Additionally, I am a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). I have experience working with first time test takers as well as students who require multiple attempts. Additionally, my...
Education & Certification
- Lebanon Valley College - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Loyola University Maryland - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 24
- Series 65
- Series 6
- Series 63
- +26 subjects