Certified International Investment Analyst - Legal and Other Recognitions

Legal and Other Recognitions

• The CIIA qualification is recognised as a key 2 qualification in the UK by the Financial Services Skills Council.

• Membership of Securities & Investment Institute (SII) with 3 years of Professional experience for CIIA diploma holders for full membership (MSI). SII is also a part of the ACIIA network.

• The ACIIA has an awarding body status in the UK and CIIA qualification to be included on the appropriate examinations list for seven relevant activities that are regulated by the FSA (Financial Services Authority) in the UK.

• The Securities Analysts Association of Japan (SAAJ) offering the prestigious Japanese qualification CMA has given exemptions to common exams and CIIA holders have to give only regional or local exams covering only national topics.

• Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong the equivalent of SEC for USA recognises CIIA holders for Test of Competence and for fulfilling regulatory requirements.

• Hong Kong Securities Institute (HKSI) is a part of ACIIA network offering the CIIA qualification and also membership to CIIA holders.

• The CIIA fulfils the regulatory requirements of the Polish Securities and Exchange Commission for registration as a licensed securities broker or investment adviser.

• In the US the CIIA holders are recognized by PRMIA (Professional Risk Managers' International Association) as the equivalent of passing first two required exams.

• LOMA which is an international association of Insurance and Financial services companies headquartered in the US, has recognised the CIIA designation for Professional Achievement Credits (PACs) in its Fellow, Financial Services Institute (FFSI) Programme.

• IFBL (Institut De Formation Bancaire Luxembourg) in association of PWC (Price Waterhouse Coopers) recognises CIIA diploma holders for their IFBL Certified Private Banker program giving exemptions from attending tuition blocks Legal and Regulatory Framework and Portfolio Management, as well as passing specific examinations.