The CIIA Diploma
A Truly International Qualification
Certified International Investment Analyst CIIA® is an internationally recognised advanced professional qualification for individuals working in the finance and investment industry.
How to Become a CIIA Holder
To be awarded the CIIA, candidates must pass two Common Knowledge Exams, a National/Regional Exam and provide proof of experience working in the domain of financial analysis, portfolio management, and/or financial services in general.
The Common Knowledge Exams are divided into two levels: the Foundation Level and the Final Level. The Foundation Level may be replaced by an ACIIA accredited programme.
Checklist
- Apply for the exams through a participating national/regional society.
- Pass all required exams.
- Gain professional Experience according to your local society requirement.
- Maintain membership of a participating national/regional society.
Better Employment Prospects
CIIA holders have a much higher employment rate than the sector mean, since they have greater and more valuable skills, knowledge and legal backing in their applications.
Your Mark of Superior Knowledge and Skill – Key Benefits
- Recognised in 34 countries and accepted by employers and international regulators.
- Combines an internationally applicable Common Knowledge Base with local regulations and market practices.
- International common exams prepared by experts from the ACIIA® member societies.
- Candidates may study and sit exams in 11 languages (Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish).
- Strictly supervised by the International Examination Committee (IEC).
- Apply through any participating national/regional society; exams available wherever an ACIIA member exists, plus London & New York centres.
- Two exam sessions per year per level; partial enrolment possible.
- Online and classroom training programmes supported by national/regional societies.
- Ethical Code of professional behaviour.
Opening Doors to International Finance and Investment
Achieving the ACIIA holder status provides you with the recognition of a superior standard of applied knowledge that is essential for working in domestic and international investment markets.
CIIA is the passport you need as employers recognise the advantage of hiring mobile professionals with qualifications that will enable them to work in any international financial centre.
Your Mark of Superior Knowledge and Skill
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Essential skills and knowledge are required in the following subject areas:
- Equity Valuation and Analysis
- Fixed Income Valuation and Analysis
- Derivative Valuation and Analysis
- Economics
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Accounting and Financial Statement Analysis
- Portfolio Management
Legal Requirements
Each day the mandatory requirements from domestic and international regulators emphasise the role of certifications such as CIIA for professionals who want to develop a career in financial markets. This trend is especially true for young professionals with moderate or no experience in the market. The CIIA certification will help you greatly to be able to work in this industry and raise your level as a financial executive.
Ready to begin your CIIA journey?