What Is Bloomberg Essentials (BESS)?

What is Bloomberg Essentials (BESS)? Bloomberg Essentials (BESS) is often referred to as a Bloomberg Certification. Bloomberg has enabled students to demonstrate their knowledge and skill when it comes to the product by offering training and proof through its 'certification' program. After completing certain training and exam requirements, Bloomberg will issue you a number and certificate that will provide evidence of your accomplishment, which is a noteworthy achievement to include on your resume. Requirements for Certification: Complete 5 out of 8 sessions offered by Bloomberg (available on the terminal in the Wells Fargo Financial Markets Laboratory, 261 Love Library) *4 core videos are required and then you can select one other Market Sector video

Core Videos (all 4 required) Market Sector Videos (select one) Getting Started Equity Essentials Bloomberg News Fixed Income Essentials Market Monitors and Launchpad Foreign Exchange (FX) Essentials API Commodity Essentials

Starting Bloomberg Essentials Training You must create your own Bloomberg user ID and login. TO CREATE A PERSONAL USERNAME and PASSWORD

1. Launch Bloomberg 2. Press the CONN/DEFAULT key on the upper right on keyboard 3. When the username/password option appears, select the link to create a new user. 4. You will be prompted to enter your name and create a username/password. Bloomberg must validate you before you can proceed. Choose how you want to receive your validation code: SMS Text Message is the preferred option using your mobile phone. 5. Once you receive your validation code, enter it into Bloomberg; once it is successfully received, you may be prompted to complete a few additional informational questions. 6. Each time you use Bloomberg to take a session, you will need to login using your personal username/password;

Videos and Exams WATCH VIDEOS

1. Type: BESS in the upper left corner. This takes you to the online training program screen. 2. Begin with 2) "Getting Started" - to complete the 4 Core Videos. EXAMS

1. Enter BESS ; then select 6 2. You must make 75% or greater on each exam to pass.

Note: You are allowed to re-take exams once by contacting the Help Desk.

TIP: Take advantage of the double screens while taking the exam. It is highly recommended that you take the exam immediately after completing watching the video rather than waiting. Acknowledgement of Completion To obtain your certificate: BESS ; the select 6 . Your certificate will be emailed to you in PDF format within 2 weeks of the request. No paper hard copies are mailed.

FAQs Where do I complete the training? On the Bloomberg Terminal located in Wells Fargo Financial Markets Laboratory, 261 Love Library.

 Is there a charge?

 The program is free of charge to SDSU students. How long will it take to complete the program?

 Approximately 5 hours total  Most videos last 30-40 minutes and combined with taking the exam for each video, plan for 1 hour per video. How do I get started?

 Create a personal name and password (more info in the box to the left) Is there a time limit?  At this time, Bloomberg does not require that you complete the training program within a set timeframe. How many questions are on each exam?

 Each exam contains about 30 questions. What score is required to pass an exam?

 You must make 75% or higher on each exam to pass. Can I retake an exam?

 You may retake each exam one time. What if I must leave while taking an exam?

 The exam will be saved under your login, but it is recommended that you complete it within 24 hours. How do I request my Acknowledgement of Completion certificate?

 Type 6 from the Bloomberg Essentials menu (more details in the box on the left). Help HELP HELP - click the HELP key twice (upper left, keyboard) and chat live with Bloomberg Support.