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Episode 85: Starting Strong: Navigating the IMC and CFA Journey with Pia Farooq

August 20, 2025 · 18 min

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In this episode, Olivia Wingrove, CFA, Senior Portfolio Manager at LGT Wealth Management, and IMC holder, sits down with Pia Farooq, a fellow IMC holder, to discuss their journeys into the investment industry. Pia and Olivia explore the importance of the IMC qualification, its role as a precursor to the CFA, and how it helps build a strong foundation for a career in finance. Pia also shares her insights into balancing work, study, and personal life, and valuable tips for those considering the IMC or CFA. Discover more about the IMC today: https://tinyurl.com/pff9d5ff

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