Membership

Managing trillions of dollars of wealth on behalf of investors around the world comes with great responsibility and duty. Our members are continually faced with tough questions that demand smart insights and answers. By pursuing professional knowledge, placing clients' interests above their own, and leading with honesty and transparency, they drive confidence in the investment management profession and in turn benefit society as a whole.

Join a Leading Global Community of Investment Professionals

Membership connects you with our global association of investment professionals and gives you access to benefits that help you pursue professional knowledge, advance in your career, and lead with ethics. Membership is also a requirement for using the CFA^® and CIPM^® designations.

Working as One to Raise Industry Standards

Connect with financial professionals around the world dedicated to shaping an investment industry that serves the greater good.

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Member Directory

Find and connect with CFA charterholders and members of CFA Institute.

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CFA Society Network

Join a society to build your local network, raise standards, and effect change in your market.

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Reach Your Goals with Our Resources

No matter your career stage, CFA Institute helps members achieve your goals with access to career resources, professional learning opportunities, and educational and networking events. Your membership connects you with like-minded professionals improving the financial industry.

Benefits Tailored to Unlock Potential

Members from a wide range of specialties expand their expertise with our resources and support.

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Grow your network, develop your skills, and share your passion—all while giving back to the industry as a volunteer.

This Is Your Professional Community

Whether you’re new to the profession, a long-time charterholder, or somewhere in between, we are dedicated to helping members advance their investment careers and drive confidence in the profession to meet tomorrow's challenges. Discover how to use or maintain your designation, and explore our member benefits.