The CFA Charter is one of the most respected designations in finance and is considered the gold standard in investment analysis.
To become a certificate holder, candidates must pass three challenging exams, hold a bachelor’s degree, and have at least four years of relevant professional experience. Passing the CFA exams requires strict discipline and extensive study.
There are more than 160,000 CFA cardholders worldwide in 164 countries and regions.
The designation is issued by the CFA Institute, which has nine offices worldwide and 156 local member societies.
The Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) is a private non-governmental organization that develops accounting standards for state and local governments.
Investment managers are people or organizations who engage in all activities related to financial planning, investing and portfolio management for individuals or organizations.
The MPA is a master’s degree in public relations that prepares recipients of this degree for leadership positions in government and non-governmental organizations.
The National Association of Certified Appraisers and Analysts (NACVA) is a group of business professionals who provide valuation and litigation services.
Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) is a certification for Chartered Public Accountants (CPA) allowing them to expand their experience to include financial planning and asset management.