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CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing candidates in Singapore eligible for subsidies under The Institute of Banking and Finance training scheme

1 August, 2024
Singapore

CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, and CFA Society® Singapore have taken a step forward in ongoing efforts to proactively support ESG talent-capacity building. Candidates pursuing the CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing in Singapore are now eligible for financial support under The Institute of Banking and Finance Standards Training Scheme (IBF-STS).

The Certificate in ESG Investing equips investment professionals with the technical knowledge and practical application needed to understand the fundamentals of ESG considerations in the investment process. The Certificate in ESG Investing is available to candidates in many markets globally, and Singapore is the second largest market for the certificate in Asia Pacific, with more than 2,000 registrations to date.

The Certificate in ESG Investing is offered together with a Preparatory Programme by CFA Society Singapore. Under the IBF-STS, Singapore citizens aged 40 years and above are eligible for subsidies of 70 percent of the course fee, while Singapore citizens under the age of 40, as well as permanent residents, are eligible for a 50 percent subsidy. Additional subsidies may be available to support lifelong learning and upskilling efforts, depending on individual eligibility.

CFA Society Singapore President Simon Ng said, “Knowing how to effectively navigate the increasingly complex ESG landscape is essential and starts with upskilling and capacity building. With ESG factors increasingly recognized as integral components of investment analysis, and growing demand for products and skills to support sustainable investing, the CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing & Preparatory Programme is well suited to help address the urgent need for finance professionals to develop a deeper understanding of how these factors are impacting the industry, clients, and the world at large. With candidates now able to benefit from subsidies under The Institute of Banking and Finance Standards Training Scheme, we take another step towards a more sustainable future.”

For more information about the CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing & Preparatory Programme, please visit here.

About the CFA Program

Enrolling in the CFA Program and earning the CFA charter prepares individuals for a variety of career paths in every sector of the global finance industry. Candidates can access all the essential study tools through the Learning Ecosystem including mock exams and the newly introduced Practical Skills Modules. Candidates preparing to sit for an exam after a deferral may find CFA exam study tips helpful. For more about the CFA Program, visit: CFA Program.

About CFA Institute

As the global association of investment professionals, CFA Institute sets the standard for professional excellence and credentials. We champion ethical behavior in investment markets and serve as the leading source of learning and research for the investment industry. We believe in fostering an environment where investors’ interests come first, markets function at their best, and economies grow. With more than 200,000 charterholders worldwide across 160 markets, CFA Institute has 10 offices and 160 local societies.  Find us at www.cfainstitute.org or follow us on LinkedIn and X at @CFAInstitute.

About CFA Society Singapore

CFA Society Singapore is part of a worldwide network of CFA Institute member societies that lead the investment profession globally by promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society. It represents the interests of more than 4,000 investment professionals through advocacy, education, events, and professional development. Visit: https://cfasocietysingapore.org