Credit rating agencies are important catalysts in the fixed-income market, providing research and analysis and rating the creditworthiness of issuers. In India, rating agencies have been around for the better part of three decades, employing a large number of professionals who rate credit instruments ranging from bonds and loans to pass-through certificates and structured credit.

As India’s credit markets continue to grow, the role of rating agencies will expand. This will mean greater career opportunities for finance professionals in what is a vital segment for the Indian economy.

Learning outcomes:

• Overview of the ratings landscape in India
• Career opportunities for CFA charterholders and candidates
• Roles, responsibilities and career paths
• Hiring practices and required competencies.

This is the archived version of a live webinar that took place on 07 January 2021