Membership
Elevate your career, expand your professional network, and reach a higher standard of professional excellence.
The power and prestige of membership
CFA Institute members are part of the world’s most trusted community of investment professionals. Membership provides you with world-class resources, and connects you to a global network with the highest standards of excellence and ethics to support your career.
CFA INSTITUTE
200K+
members
CFA® CHARTERHOLDERS
97%
of members
GLOBAL
160+
markets
CFA SOCIETY® COMMUNITY
155+
local societies
Introducing Associate membership
Designed for early-career finance professionals, Associate membership connects you with the global CFA Institute community and gives you an entry point into the investment industry. Associate membership offers member-only benefits that can help accelerate your career path, and signals your commitment to the investment profession.
CFA Institute membership benefits
Advance your career
Access the CFA Institute job board, compensation insights, and career tools that support informed decisions and long-term professional growth.
Strengthen your expertise
Stay current with member-only webinars, the Financial Analysts Journal, and research practitioner tools.
Lead within a global community
Engage with your local CFA Society to access member networks that connect professionals committed to the highest standards.
Which CFA Institute membership is right for you?
Learn who each CFA Institute membership type is for, the annual membership fees and which one is right for you.
Charterholder
The most distinguished professionals in the industry. Demonstrates a mastery of investment management skills and a commitment to continued excellence and ethics. Access to all member benefits.
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Passed all three levels of the CFA Program - At least 4,000 hours of relevant work experience over 36+ months
- Professional references
USD 299 /year
Regular
Provides seasoned industry professionals affiliation with CFA Institute and access to exclusive member benefits for continued education and career development.
- Receive a passing score for the Level I CFA Program exam, Level II CIPM® exam, RBA Netherlands exam, the self-administered Standards of Practice exam or an ASIP holder.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/work experience
- At least 4,000 hours of relevant work experience over 36+ months
- Professional references
USD 299 /year
Associate
CFA® Program candidates and early-career professionals.
More details coming soon.
- Open to current or past participants in a CFA Institute education program
USD 149 /year
Affiliate membership
For individuals who don’t meet the requirements for Charterholder or Professional membership but want to connect with CFA Institute and access member benefits. To join, you’ll need to meet the eligibility criteria of your chosen CFA Society® and apply as an Affiliate member.
What our members say...
It was of utmost importance for me to add the CFA® charter to my profile while working in the investment management industry. The clients and potential clients as well as investors look forward to investment advisors who have the integrity and trustworthiness while seeking investment advice.
Becoming a CFA [Institute] member offers invaluable networking opportunities, access to cutting-edge research and industry insights, and demonstrates a commitment to ethical standards, enhancing credibility and career prospects in finance.
When I finally earned my CFA charter in 2015, I was too worn out to even think about the CFA Institute for a while. Sure, I was proud, but mostly tired from all the effort. On paper, I was a CFA charterholder, but I wasn't really engaging with the community. Fast forward to now, and I've had a major realization—I've been missing out, BIG TIME...The benefits they offer to members are incredible.
Join a local CFA Society®
Connect and network with other financial professionals who are driving change in your local market.
Further your influence
Discover more ways to engage with CFA Institute as a member and charterholder.
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