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What You learn in Risk Analysis Under CFP Certification

International College of Financial Planning

Risk analysis is one of the most important topics to understand when pursuing a career in finance. Many think risk analysis is only about calculating risks and finding solutions to minimize them. To become a certified financial planner (CFP), you must learn about risk analysis in-depth.

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Beyond Bottom-Up

Brown Advisory

Therefore, we are constantly seeking to innovate and bring additional perspectives into our fundamental research—to go “beyond bottom-up” investing in our quest to generate outperformance for our clients. One particularly valuable project involved a company focused on devices aimed at heart valve therapy.

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Beyond Bottom-Up

Brown Advisory

The following are ways we seek to identify additional risks and opportunities outside traditional analysis: Investigative research. ESG analysis. Quantitative risk analysis and reporting. Behavioral analytics. Investigative Research.