CISI CERTIFICATION
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI)
The CISI is the largest and most widely respected professional body for the securities and investment industry in the UK and in a growing number of financial centres globally.
CISI promote the highest standards of professionalism amongst its members and the wider financial services industry and it believes professionalism is a blend of three elements – Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour.
CISI QUALIFICATIONS WE PROVIDE
01 INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN WEALTH & INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INDIA
ICWIM India has been developed for wealth managers and investment advisors in India to demonstrate understanding of the knowledge required by the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) to qualify as a Level 1 Investment Advisor in India. It meets the needs of those firms who want to ensure that their staff are able to provide high-quality advice and comply with local regulations in India.
QUALIFICATION PROVIDERS
ICWIM India has been developed for wealth managers and investment advisors in India by the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) to qualify as a Level 1 Investment Advisor in India.
IS ICWIM SUITABLE FOR YOU ?
The ICWIM is suitable for wealth and investment professionals in India who need to demonstrate their knowledge of Indian financial services and regulatory systems and who currently advise clients. It is also suited to postgraduate students and senior practitioners in India who wish to become licensed wealth advisors.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The qualification is appropriate for people working or aspiring to work in private banking, financial advisory and wealth management roles.
Career opportunities in Banks, Mutual Fund Companies, Broking Houses, Insurance Companies, Wealth Advisory Outfits, Corporate Training
KEY BENEFITS
Indian focused – Provides a comprehensive introduction to Indian financial services, regulation of markets and investment products.
Provides a sound foundation for the Graduates by developing their abilities in Wealth Management sectors
• Global Recognition • ACSI designatory letters • Client focused content
• Demonstrates to clients a high level of competence amongst staff
• Available to all the qualification has no entry requirements
• Examinable by computer based testing
02 INVESTMENT OPERATION CERTIFICATE (IOC)
The Investment Operations Certificate (IOC) is the most established qualification among financial services organizations used as a competency marker in the administration and operations areas of the financial services industry. The qualification will provides an overview of the financial services industry and its regulation, whilst also covering technical units relevant to the areas of work. The IOC is a mandated requirement for working in large ITES/KPO/BPO companies such as Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Capgemini, Accenture etc. that service large multinational financial services organizations in the globe. The IOC is one of the most popular qualifications and is taken in over 50 countries. Completing the IOC demonstrates professionalism and commitment to high standards and offers access to higher-level qualifications and career progression.
QUALIFICATION PROVIDERS
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment is the leading professional body for securities & investment practitioners. The CISI has been dedicated to professionalism since it emerged from the London Stock Exchange in 1992.
IS IOC SUITABLE FOR YOU ?
The IOC is suitable for all staff working in, or aspiring to work in, the administration and operations areas of financial
services. There are no entry requirements and the exam is open to all levels.
The qualification is increasingly used as a benchmarking tool by major banks and investment firms to ensure that staff possess practical knowledge which can be immediately applied to business activities
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The qualification is suitable for crucial roles in the administration and operations departments in financial services organizations. The qualification is used as a benchmarking tool by major banks and investment firms to ensure that staff possesses practical knowledge which can be immediately applied to business activities. The IOC is also a mandated requirement to work in large ITES/KPO/BPO companies such as Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Capgemini, Accenture etc
KEY BENEFITS
• Taken in over 50 countries – reflecting the global importance of operations.
• Recognised by the FCA – the IOC features on the Financial Conduct Authority’s Appropriate Qualification Tables as a suitable exam for those in a number of overseeing roles
• Endorsed by the Financial Skills Partnership – the IOC is listed on the FSP’s Qualifications List
• ACSI designatory letters
IOC – RISK MANAGEMENT
To attain the IOC- Risk Management certification you have to clear 3 MCQ based tests.
COMPULSORY UNIT
International Introduction to Securities & Investment
CHOOSE ANY 2 FROM BELOW
1.Global Financial Compliance
2.Risk in Financial Services
3.Combating Financial Crime
IOC – OPERATIONS
To attain the IOC- Operations certification you have to clear 3 MCQ based tests.
COMPULSORY UNIT
International Introduction to Securities & Investment
CHOOSE ANY 2 FROM BELOW
1.Operation Risk
2.Global Security Operations
3.IT in Investment Operations
03 COMBATING FINANCIAL CRIME
The Combating Financial Crime qualification from CISI is an important qualification that is in high demand in financial services organizations across the globe. The qualification developed in collaboration with QCo, provides a global view of transnational crime. The qualification focuses on how laws, regulations and best practice continue to evolve across the entire spectrum of associated activities. It covers the background and nature of financial crime, money laundering, terrorist financing, and corruption; combating financial crime, bribery and the role of the private sector.
QUALIFICATION PROVIDERS
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment is the leading professional body for securities & investment practitioners. The CISI has been dedicated to professionalism since it emerged from the London Stock Exchange in 1992.
IS COMBATING FINANCIAL CRIME SUITABLE FOR YOU ?
Combating Financial Crime, provides a global view of transnational crime. It illustrates practical defences, includes the Bribery Act (2010) and focuses on how laws, regulations and best practice continue to evolve across the entire spectrum of associated activities. It covers the background and nature of financial crime, money laundering, terrorist financing, and corruption; combating financial crime, bribery and the role of the private sector.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CFC is suitable for compliance officers and money laundering reporting officers, those involved in regulation, law enforcement, trade and commerce and individuals
- Compliance Officer
- Compliance Manager
- Compliance Audit Manager
- Risk Officer, Risk Manager
- Risk Analyst, Risk Control Supervisor
KEY BENEFITS
• Specialist qualification – it takes a global view of transnational crime, illustrates practical defences and can be taken as a stand-alone qualification or as part of the Investment Operations Certificate (IOC)
• The severe threat of malicious activity such as hacking, defamation of privacy and denial-of-service attacks are becoming more recognised – firms of all size are raising security measures so Combating Financial Crime will be in demand.
• ACSI designatory letters
04 RISK IN FINANCIAL SERVICES
The Risk in Financial Services Qualification provides a comprehensive understanding to major risk areas in financial services. The qualification proves competency in specific techniques used in identifying, reducing and managing operational risk, credit risk, market risk, investment risk and liquidity risk. The qualification is suitable for risk and compliance teams, branch management, corporate lawyers, finance officers, senior managers of all disciplines and existing and aspiring non-executive directors.
QUALIFICATION PROVIDERS
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment is the leading professional body for securities & investment practitioners. The CISI has been dedicated to professionalism since it emerged from the London Stock Exchange in 1992.
IS RISK IN FINANCIAL SERVICES SUITABLE FOR YOU?
Risk in Financial Services is suitable for risk and compliance teams, branch management, corporate lawyers, finance officers, senior managers of all disciplines and existing and aspiring non-executive directors. It is suitable for risk and compliance teams, branch management, corporate lawyers, finance officers, senior managers of all disciplines and existing and aspiring non-executive directors.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The qualification is suitable for crucial roles in the Risk Management and Compliance departments in financial services organizations. Some of the job roles include
- Compliance Officer
- Compliance Manager
- Compliance Audit Manager
- Risk Officer, Risk Manager
- Risk Analyst, Risk Control Supervisor
KEY BENEFITS
• Upon completion, you are eligible to use the ACSI designation.
• The Risk Management and Compliance qualification is a standalone qualification & can be used to demonstrate expertise in all aspects of compliance that are essential in the financial services industry
• The qualification can used to earn the Investment Operations Certificate.
• The qualification is one of the first steps in CISI’s compliance pathway and can be used to earn the higher level Diploma in Investment Compliance.
05 GLOBAL FINANCIAL COMPLIANCE
The Global Financial Compliance qualification provides a thorough understanding of the compliance issues that arises within the financial services industry. The qualification demonstrates expertise in all areas of financial compliance including the international regulatory environment, managing the risk of financial crime, governance, risk management, ethics, integrity and fairness.
QUALIFICATION PROVIDERS
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment is the leading professional body for securities & investment practitioners. The CISI has been dedicated to professionalism since it emerged from the London Stock Exchange in 1992.
IS GLOBAL FINANCIAL COMPLIANCE SUITABLE
FOR ME?
Global Financial Compliance is suitable for all compliance staff and will be especially relevant for Compliance Officers. It can also be taken as part of the Investment Operations Certificate. As a stand-alone award it is recognised by Ofqual as the level 3 Award in Global Financial Compliance
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The qualification is suitable for crucial roles in Global Financial Compliance departments in the financial services organizations. Some of the job roles include
- Compliance Officer
- Compliance Manager
- Compliance Audit Manager
- Risk Officer, Risk Manager
- Risk Analyst, Risk Control Supervisor
KEY BENEFITS
• Upon completion, you are eligible to use the ACSI designation.
• The Global Financial Compliance qualification is a standalone qualification & can be used to demonstrate expertise in all aspects of compliance that are essential in the financial services industry
• The qualification can used to earn the Investment Operations Certificate.
• The qualification is one of the first steps in CISI’s compliance pathway and can be used to earn the higher level Diploma in Investment Compliance.
06 IT IN INVESTMENT OPERATIONS
IT in Investment Operations is a stand-alone qualification that provides those engaged in IT with a broader understanding of the information technology needs of firms in the financial services sector.
QUALIFICATION PROVIDERS
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment is the leading professional body for securities & investment practitioners. The CISI has been dedicated to professionalism since it emerged from the London Stock Exchange in 1992.
IS IT IN INVESTMENT OPERATIONS SUITABLE FOR ME?
ITIO is suitable for staff working in IT within the financial services industry. It may also be of interest to those who are new to, or hoping to move into, financial services. Global Financial Compliance is suitable plays crucial roles in the administration and operations departments in Financial Services Organizations.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The qualification is suitable for crucial roles in the administration and operations departments in financial services organizations. The IOC is also a mandated requirement to work in large ITES/KPO/BPO companies such as Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Capgemini, Accenture etc that work with major financial services organizations across the globe.
KEY BENEFITS
• Standalone qualification, that also counts towards the Investment Operations Certificate.
• Successful candidates will be eligible towards the Affiliate Membership of CISI.
07 ISLAMIC FINANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Our Islamic Finance Professional Qualifications have been specifically developed to provide financial services professionals with specialist knowledge and expertise to foster strong careers in all areas of Islamic finance including Islamic Economics, Islamic Business Ethics, Sharia and Islamic Commercial Jurisprudence, Sukuk Market, Islamic Insurance – Takaful and Islamic Corporate Governance.
QUALIFICATION PROVIDERS
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment is the leading professional body for securities & investment practitioners. The CISI has been dedicated to professionalism since it emerged from the London Stock Exchange in 1992.
KEY BENEFITS
• Sharia’a compliant – examines the practices used in the Islamic financial markets and the principles behind investment selections
• International qualification & Industry recognition
• The exam can be taken in English, Arabic or French
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