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.
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
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Members from a wide range of specialties expand their expertise with our resources and support.
Career Resources >
Use our exclusive tools, services, and guides to prepare yourself for your next job opportunity.
Professional Learning >
Get ahead of your peers with content tailored to industry practitioners.
Volunteer Opportunities >
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.
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Become a Member
Earn your designations and join a global community of investment professionals
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Membership Renewal
Maintain your designations and retain access to member benefits.
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Member Benefits
Pursue knowledge, advance in your career, and lead with ethics with member benefits.