In addition to providing flexibility to existing candidates, the transition to computer-based testing and the opening of additional exam windows will also provide university students in their junior year the opportunity to register for the CFA Program.

We are delighted to be named “Industry Association of the Year” by Regulation Asia in their 2020 Awards for Excellence!

In spite of the enormous challenges of the past year, our global CFA Society community delivered ongoing, innovative programming and inspiring initiatives to their members and communities.

CFA Institute is launching a new email campaign targeting individuals who have passed the Level III exam of the CFA Program within the last five years but not activated their membership with CFA Institute (“Charter Pending” status).*

The CFA Institute Career Center has launched a new section devoted entirely to students

On 1 October 2020, CFA Institute will sponsor the Responsible Asset Owners (RAO) Global Symposium 2020.

Our aim is to equip investment management professionals with the highest level of knowledge and skills they need to achieve their career goals.

As our fiscal year comes to an end, we want to take a moment to thank our outgoing Presidents Council Representatives (PCRs).

CFA Institute has committed to developing a voluntary, global industry standard to establish disclosure requirements for investment products with ESG-related features.

The voting for the 2020 Presidents Council election concluded on 18 July 2020 and we are pleased to announce the results.

We are delighted to announce the winners of the 2020 Society Awards Programme.

CFA Institute recently decoded its latest member survey. Watch the recording of your region-specific presentation here.

Business planning enables the CFA Society^® community to effectively govern its finances.

Here we speak to Stephanie Field, Senior Director, Global Society Operations, CFA Institute, to learn more about her role and the direction of Society Operations and technology.

Over the past several years, both the Board of Governors and the executive committee of the Presidents Council have spent significant time and effort reviewing and evolving their respective internal governance.

Explore and Celebrate the Essential Role of Ethics in the Investment Industry on Global Ethics Day with CFA Institute, Carnegie Council, and Organizations around the World.

We are excited to announce that, for the first time, 2020–2021 Research Challenge students will receive a special $200 discount for the Level I CFA^® Program exam.

Society Portal, the database societies have used to access their member and candidate information, is officially being decommissioned as we fully move to Salesforce to provide this data.

Professional Learning features prominently in the new CFA Institute strategy.

As part of our commitment to prioritizing the interests of our candidates, CFA Institute has decided to minimize the impact of the postponement of the June 2020 exams by freezing the 2020 CFA® Program curriculum for two exam cycles.

Improvements we added to our Career Tools platform help you deliver more value to your members.

As part of the February 2020 system release, we are pleased to announce a series of enhancements to society technology.

Recognizing the outstanding achievement, support, and dedication of societies and volunteers.

The University Relations Handbook has been distributed to University contacts in December but has equal value for society leaders who engage with universities in their region.

From 5-12 September 2020, CFA Society Malaysia hosted an innovative “Digital Career Carnival” that promoted the value of the CFA® Program and encouraged young professionals to unleash their potential in the investment industry.

CFA Society Jamaica recently held a webinar on “Managing Risk During Periods of Uncertainty” to provide members and key stakeholders with practical approaches to managing risk in times of disruption, particularly with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The CFA Society^® community around the globe has joined efforts to promote inclusion and diversity in the investment management profession.

Unión Capital AFAP S.A. has completed a year-long project by a global public accounting firm that tested the establishment of its policies and procedures for complying with the CFA Institute Asset Manager Code™ (the Code).

CFA Society Nigeria has been actively promoting ethics and gender diversity among its local community. Here we share details about two initiatives that have helped to support industry practitioners, while raising the profile of the local society.

CFA Society Pakistan has conducted a series of ethical decision-making training sessions to develop and promote ethically grounded professionals in the investment and financial sector.

CFA Society Malaysia, CFA Society Pakistan and CFA Society Singapore recently collaborated to host the first ever APAC Ethics Challenge.

CFA Society Bermuda recognized the importance of providing individuals with basic financial skills and designed a Financial Literacy course to educate and empower members of the public on how to create healthy spending and saving habits.

The Board of Directors of CFA Society New York appointed Sameer Jagetia, CFA, as Chief Executive Officer of CFA Society New York.

CFA Society New Zealand has launched an ambassador network, which aims to support local members, CFA charterholders and candidates.

The CFA Society^® community in Asia Pacific is focused on ensuring the CFA^® charter is recognised as the “gold standard” designation.

CFA Society Malaysia recently hosted a webinar to guide charter pendings and CFA Program Level III candidates through their journey to earning the CFA charter

CFA Society Pakistan Leads the Way with Monetary Policy Expectations Survey

CFA Society Atlanta has recently developed a mentorship program aimed at providing a mechanism for members early in their careers to tap into the wisdom and perspective of more seasoned professionals.

CFA Society Pakistan - Small steps walking towards ESG

CFA Society Florida provides guidance on how best to hire staff during a high unemployment phase.

CFA Society Spain, CFA Society Portugal and CFA Society Brazil recently co-hosted a topical discussion about Brazil´s economy.

CFA Society New York has enhanced its mentorship program for Level II candidates seeing encouraging gains in society membership.

The local society has launched a digital version of its quarterly publication, The Analyst.

CFA Society Slovakia recently launches index to measure the expectations of Slovak investment professions on economic development.

CFA Montréal recently conducted an “Economic Outlook and Members' Needs Pulse Check Survey” on the coronavirus pandemic to support members and raise awareness of the CFA designation locally.

The CFA Society Chicago Board of Directors has appointed Christopher T. Vincent, CFA, as the new chief executive officer of CFA Society Chicago effective May 4, 2020.

CFA Society Orlando, CFA Society Philippines and CFA Society Virginia give back to their local communities during the COVID-19 global health crisis.

The first virtual Global Research Challenge was as exciting as ever, with the University of Sydney being awarded the winning title!

Collaborating with the Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants, the local society hosted an ethics challenge for corporate teams.

CFA Society Minnesota is focused on delivering member value throughout the current Covid-19 pandemic.

By using a WeChat mini-program, the local society is successfully managing its membership and event programs.

In celebration of International Women’s Day on 8 March 2020

CFA Institute collaborates with ACCA Hong Kong and Barclays to enhance the business acumen and social consciousness of students