Learning Program Contents
Everything you need for Level 1
- Recorded lessons for all 10 topics, explained in Arabic with the English CFA terms
- Ruqqi Notes and Nuggets for every topic: full notes and condensed summaries, in English
- End-of-chapter and session practice questions
- Excel worksheets where the calculations need them
- The Final Push: a 65+ hour revision course for the final weeks before the exam
- Support on WhatsApp, Sunday to Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM Egypt time
- 12 months' access to everything
How you'll study
Self-paced.
Start any time and study on your own schedule, with 12 months' access to every course.
Explained in Arabic, examined in English.
Every lesson is explained in Arabic with every CFA term kept in English, and the notes are in English, the language of the exam.
Structured around the LOS.
Each topic follows the CFA Institute learning outcome statements, so you always know what a lesson covers and why it matters for the exam.
See how we teach
Watch the first lesson of Quantitative Methods, the first topic in the program, and see how each concept is explained in Arabic with the English terms on screen.
Ready? Enroll in the full program, or start with one topic for $150.
Enroll in Level 1Start with one topicWhat you'll cover
1Quantitative Methods11–14%40+ hrs
Time value of money, statistics, probability, and hypothesis testing — the mathematical toolkit used throughout the rest of the curriculum.
2Economics6–9%17+ hrs
Supply and demand, market structures, macroeconomic indicators, and how monetary and fiscal policy move markets and exchange rates.
3Financial Statement Analysis11–14%24+ hrs
How to read and interpret the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement under IFRS and US GAAP reporting standards.
4Corporate Finance6–9%11+ hrs
Corporate governance, capital structure, business models, and the relationship between a company, its shareholders, and other stakeholders.
5Equities11–14%25+ hrs
Equity markets, indexes, industry and company analysis, and the core valuation models used to price shares.
6Fixed Income11–14%30+ hrs
Bond features, yield measures, term structure, credit risk, and the mechanics of pricing and valuing debt securities.
7Derivatives and Risk Management6–9%10+ hrs
Forwards, futures, options, and swaps — how these instruments are structured and used for hedging or exposure.
8Alternative Investments6–9%8+ hrs
Real estate, private equity, hedge funds, and commodities, and how they differ from traditional stock and bond investing.
9Portfolio Construction8–12%19+ hrs
Portfolio planning and construction, risk and return measurement, and the capital asset pricing model.
10Ethical and Professional Standards10–15%10+ hrs
The CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct.
Also included: the 2026 versions of Quantitative Methods and Equity Investments, for candidates sitting a remaining 2026 exam window.
Your instructor
Mostafa Hussein, CFA, CMA
I'm Mostafa Hussein, founder of RUQQI. I hold the CFA charter and the CMA designation, and I've spent around 13 years in finance and accounting, including at PwC Middle East. I've taught at Cairo University and the American University in Cairo, and trained hundreds of CFA and CMA candidates. At RUQQI, I teach the way I wish I'd been taught: make the concept clear first, and the exam questions follow.
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What Level 1 candidates say
Having both Arabic and English explanations is a game-changer. I switch to Arabic when I'm stuck and it always helps.
The LOS structure means I never feel lost. I know exactly what I need to know and why — that clarity alone is worth it.
Which option is right for you?
CFA Level 1 Program
$1,299
You're preparing for the full exam and want everything: all 10 topics, The Final Push and 12 months' access.
Enroll in Level 1One topic
$150
You want to try RUQQI first. If you upgrade to the program, the full $150 is deducted.
Start with one topicThe Final Push
$250
You've already studied and want focused revision before the exam.
See The Final PushFrequently asked questions
Which exam windows does this cover?
The 2027 courses cover every 2027 Level 1 exam window. The program also includes the 2026 versions of Quantitative Methods and Equity Investments for anyone sitting a remaining 2026 window.
Is the course in Arabic or English?
Both. Every lesson is explained in Arabic with every CFA term kept in English, and the notes are in English, the language of the exam.
How long do I have access?
Every program and course: 12 months from purchase.
Can I get a refund?
No. You get full access to the course as soon as you pay, so all sales are final. If you'd like to try RUQQI first, start with one topic for $150; if you upgrade to the full program later, we deduct what you've paid.
What if I don't pass?
Message us within 30 days of your result and we'll extend your access free until your next exam window, once per purchase. It's our way of supporting you; it isn't a guarantee of passing.
Can I start with one topic and upgrade later?
Yes. Buy any topic for $150. When you buy the full program it belongs to, we deduct everything you've paid for its topics: two topics means $300 off. You can use this credit for as long as your topic access is active. Message us on WhatsApp or email before buying the program and we'll apply it.
Can I pay in installments?
Not at the moment. The program is a single payment of $1,299.
How do I get help?
Message us on WhatsApp, Sunday to Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM Egypt time, or email info@ruqqi.com.
Is RUQQI part of CFA Institute?
No. RUQQI is independent. CFA Institute does not endorse, promote or warrant the accuracy or quality of RUQQI. CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are registered trademarks owned by CFA Institute.
What happens after you enroll
- Instant access. All courses appear in your account as soon as your payment is complete.
- Start with Quantitative Methods, the first topic in the path.
- Questions along the way? Message us on WhatsApp, Sunday to Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM Egypt time.
Understand it. Then pass it.
Start your Level 1 preparation today, in Arabic, with every CFA term in English.
$1,299 · one payment · 12 months' access
All sales are final — you get full access as soon as you pay. Not sure yet? Start with one topic for $150.