Knopman 2015 catalog

Sharing Our Knowledge.Achieving Your Goals.

As Knopman Financial Training enters its 24th year, I am pleased to welcome Brian Marks as a named partner of the firm. Brian has been with the firm for more than a decade. The newly rebranded Knopman Marks Financial Training recognizes Brian’s contributions to our students in the classroom and our company’s footprint in the industry. His passion, insight and work ethic are extraordinary.

In 2015, the Knopman Marks team continues to enrich the student experience with world class instructors, subject matter experts, and an unparalleled support staff. All of our professionals have extensive industry experience. We provide a superior range of training services, content, and online resources for the FINRA qualification exams.

On a personal note, I am celebrating 40 years of preparing more than 100,000 candidates for the various FINRA examinations, and I continue to be excited for the opportunities that lie ahead.

Thank you for allowing us to be an integral part of your learning and development efforts. We look forward to helping each student achieve success in his or her career this upcoming year, and beyond.

Harvey Knopman | President and Founder

A LETTER FROM OUR FOUNDER

LEADING FINRA EXAM PREPARATION FROM THE FINANCIAL CAPITAL OF THE WORLD

Domestic and global financial institutions have come

to rely on our training methodologies, our experienced

instructors, and our cost effective programs to assist in

their training and development needs. We become

a partner with our clients, providing a seamless and

integral extension of their firm.

Our goal of helping candidates Pass their licensing

exams begins the day we send material, and ends

only after each individual has completed all of their

qualification requirements.

DaviD MeshkovVice President,

chief content officer

Liza streiffManaging director,

chief oPerating officer

ian frankLinVice President

howarD kapLanVice President

OUR LEADERSHIP

harvey knopManPresident and founder

Brian MarksPrinciPal,

senior Managing director

ranDi CoLeclient relations sPecialist

*Data reflects pass rates for the candidates’ first time taking the exam.

Series 7 Series 66Series 63Series 24

86%

96%93%

WE GET RESULTS

86%

[ 2014 PASS RATES ]*

Year Series 7 Series 24 Series 63 Series 66 Series 792014 93% 86% 96% 86% 94%2013 91% 85% 95% 81% 95%2012 93% 85% 98% 81% 94%

Series 79

94%

*Data reflects pass rates for the candidates’ first time taking the exam.

Powerful Training Options At Your Fingertips.

Customize Your Exam Prep.

LIVE CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION:We conduct regularly scheduled classes at our state-of-the-art NYC training facility. Knopman students have unlimited access to our Live Classes for up to one year from the time of their enrollment.

VIRTUAL CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION:Knopman Virtual Classes offer the benefit of a Live Classroom setting without the need to leave your office or home. Virtual Classes are taught by the same instructors who teach our Live NYC-based classes. Students can ask questions, complete progress checks and take detailed notes just as if sitting in the classroom. Knopman students have unlimited access to our Virtual Classes for up to one year.

KNOPMAN INTERNET TRAINING (THE KIT):Study on your own schedule with Knopman Internet Training. The KIT is a series of On-Demand lectures taught by the same expert instructors as our Live Classes, and includes corresponding class slides for easy note taking. Ask questions by phone or e-mail & receive personalized help. Learn at your own leisure, with the same proven results Knopman has produced for over 20 years.

MOBILE APP:Knopman is the first and only financial training company that provides a complete learning app available on both iPhones and iPads. In one downloadable app, you can master exam material with On-Demand training, flash cards, and quizzes. The app will link to your “My Knopman” account to access your available programs.

ON-SITE CUSTOM DESIGN INSTRUCTION:To accommodate our clients’ special requirements, we can custom design all of our study programs and deliver them on-site. Classes of various duration can be arranged during the day, in the evening, or on weekends.

ANALYST & ASSOCIATE GRADUATE TRAINING PROGRAMS:Graduate Training Programs can be designed and executed for investment banks and other broker-dealers of all sizes. This training provides incoming employees at the Analyst and Associate levels with the industry’s best integrated license exam preparation. We deliver classroom training, online exams and reviews, and diagnostic evaluations of test scores.

PRIVATE TUTORING:We have also enjoyed great success in creating one-on-one study programs; providing individualized instruction for all of our course offerings. Private tutoring is often useful for senior executives or other employees whose schedules do not correspond to our classroom sessions.

Our students benefit from the most up-to-date, accurate, and effective training in the industry.

Content is King

STUDENT FOLLOW-UP Knopman instructors follow-up with each student on a regular basis to check in and offer assistance.

Using our proprietary internal system, we know when each participant is taking their exam. We proactively send relevant, exam-specific emails with the latest guidance, insight and updates to each candidate as their exam approaches. A demonstration of this system can be provided upon request.

Preparing for FINRA exams is a challenging undertaking, our goal is to make the process as seamless and efficient as possible.

VITAL RESOURCESStudents are given addendums, worksheets, class summaries and other pertinent handouts throughout the study process. Supplements are continuously updated to provide the most current information regarding rule changes.

Our Diagnostic Exams forecast each student’s readiness and the level of success that can be expected on the actual qualification exam.

My Knopman contains valuable insights into each examination. Study tips from our instructors, including answers to commonly asked questions are available here via our database of FAQs.

INSTRUCTOR ACCESSUpon enrolling in one of our programs, participants receive the contact information of an instructor, including a cell phone number & e-mail address. Our instructors are available during the day, during the evening, and on weekends to answer questions on the phone and via e-mail. Response time is typically immediate (i.e. within minutes), and always within 24 hours.

Our instructors are available to discuss personalized study strategies for each student, based on individual calendars and backgrounds.

Each student is given input to determine the optimal time to sit for the examination. When students maximize the services we provide, they are then ready to pass the qualification examination.

“ We differentiate ourselves by providing focused, specialized services to each student.” -Harvey Knopman

On our YouTube Channel, you can access useful information about FINRA qualification Exams. Now broadcasting free content, including pre-recorded review sessions & Knopman Notes.

The Knopman Marks Blog helps students stay abreast of regulatory changes, test topic alerts, and deepen their knowledge and understanding of challenging concepts. Regularly updated, students can readily access the Knopman team’s latest insight and guidance to ensure they are in the strongest position for their exam.

KNOPMAN IS THE FIRST AND ONLY FINRA EXAM TRAINING COMPANY THAT PROVIDES A COMPLETE LEARNING APP.

ONE-OF-A-KIND SOLUTIONThe Knopman App offers 3 essential components to help you prepare for your FINRA exam. Learn the content with hours of comprehensive On-Demand videos. Test your knowledge with practice questions and detailed explanations. Enhance your prep with dynamic Flashcards. The app will link to your “My Knopman” account to access your available programs. The Knopman App is compatible with iPhones and iPads. Now available for: Series 7, 24, 55, 63, 65, 66, 79 & 99 exams.

Graduate Training Done Right

>32%THE AVG. INCREASE IN PASS RATES WHEN CLIENTS SWITCH TO

USING OUR SERVICES FOR GRADUATE TRAINING.

>95% THE AVG. PASS RATE ACROSS ALL OF KNOPMAN’S GRADUATE

TRAINING PROGRAMS.

>135% THE INCREASE IN TRAINEES SINCE 2012; OUR PASS RATES HAVE

REMAINED STEADY.

KNOPMAN STUDENTS ARE NOT ALONE AS THEY PREPARE FOR THEIR LICENSING EXAMS;

WE ARE WITH THEM EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.

Graduate Series 7 Programs 2014 2013 2012Number of Programs 23 19 15Average Score 85% 85% 86%Pass Rate >95% >95% >95%



3•Series 3 License Exam Manual •Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live/Virtual/On-Demand/Mobile App

4•Series 4 License Exam Manual •Qbank for Online Practice Exams •Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live

6•Series 6 License Exam Manual•Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: On-Demand

7•Series 7 License Exam Manual •Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live/Virtual/On-Demand/Mobile App

9•Series 9 License Exam Manual •Qbank for Online Practice Exams •Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live

10•Series 10 License Exam Manual •Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live

17•Series 7 License Exam Manual & Corresponding Breakdown of Topics•Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live/Virtual/On-Demand/Mobile App

24•Series 24 License Exam Manual•Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live/Virtual/On-Demand/Mobile App

27•Series 27 Training•Material not included•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live

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52•Series 52 License Exam Manual •Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live/Virtual

53•Series 53 License Exam Manual•Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live




66•Series 66 License Exam Manual •Qbank for Online Practice Exams •Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live/Virtual/On-Demand/Mobile App

79•Series 79 License Exam Manual & Exhibit Book•Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live/Virtual/On-Demand/Mobile App

87•Series 87 License Exam Manual•Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: Live/Virtual

99•Series 99 License Exam Manual•Qbank for Online Practice Exams•Various Supplements•Access to an Instructor •Available Learning Formats: On-Demand/Mobile App

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Order now: www.knopman.com Email: [email protected] Call us: 212.626.6899

2015 Course offerings

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