Im from Kolkata i wanted to do CFA but with family issues couldnt do it with my college now ihave a job in marketing that pays only 25k

I wanted to do cfa with college but couldnt with family issues after covid i was so eager to leave the house and get exposure that i took up a job that was of very low pay of 15k with no perks. At that time i didn't realize my mistake of settling for too less that to in a marketing job. Now its almost 3 yrs and my salary is 26k which is also too low as there are no other benefits still. Im wondering if its ok to start CFA now at the age of 25 will i get jobs after such a huge break that too in finance after marketing. Is this salary settling and okay and i should try focusing on marketing itself.Im scared to even change jobs as i still dont have any valid degree to show marketng skills and nor this job gives an holistic dynamic marketing approach please suggest im really confused

a digital marketing executive and data analyst

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4mo

the pay is so low for me i dont understand is it too late to start cfa now im already 25 now after covid i had to urgently take a job so took up marketing

gemsbond

4mo

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Accenture

It's definitely not too late to start the CFA program! Age is just a number. It's about balancing your current job, studies, and personal life. Maybe you could start by taking a level at a time, or focus on specific sections that align with your interests.

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ctrlaltdelmyjob

4mo

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supremefizzy

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AmbitionBox

Don't let fear hold you back! Go for the CFA, marketing skills can be learned on the job while the CFA opens doors. You got this!

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strangeguy006

4mo

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Morgan Stanley

I read through the comments and sensed that you're too much concerned about starting from scratch in your job after CFA.. but from what I've seen, your base pay will be much better than existing ~25k p.m if you're able to complete even 2 levels of CFA. W.r.t marketing skills, that would always be a skillset that you can use in any of your future jobs to innovate, think differently, or just to sell your skillset as a package along with your degree

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an operations executive

4mo

Have you considered upskilling in marketing to earn a better salary while you pursue the CFA ?

a senior executive

4mo

It's okay to feel confused. Take your time, research your options, and make a decision that aligns with your long-term goals.

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