Collection: Series 79
The Series 79 exam is designed to assess the competency of entry-level Investment Banking Representatives. The Series 79 exam seeks to measure the degree to which each candidate possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the critical functions of an Investment Banking Representative. In order to obtain registration as an Investment Banking Representative, candidates must pass both the Series 79 and a general knowledge co-requisite, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam. For more information about the activities requiring registration as an Investment Banking Representative, see FINRA Rule 1220(b)(5).
The exam is administered via computer. A tutorial on how to take the exam is provided prior to taking the exam. Each candidate’s exam includes 10 additional, unidentified pretest items that do not contribute toward the candidate's score. The pretest items are randomly distributed throughout the exam. Therefore, each candidate’s exam consists of a total of 85 items (75 scored and 10 unscored). There is no penalty for guessing. Therefore, candidates should attempt to answer all items. Candidates will be allowed 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete the Series 79 exam.