Entering the banking financial institution, especially for many newcomers to the industry, it is obviously not enough to focus on the basic duties. In the process of pursuing personal development and promotion, we should also focus on which certificates to obtain.
Banking qualification certificate
Bank qualification certificate refers to the score certificate obtained by bank employees after passing the banking qualification examination. The foreign name of the banking qualification certificate is "Certification of China Banking Professional", the examination certification system, consists of four basic links, namely qualification standards, examination system, qualification review and continuing education.
The examination subjects are "Banking Laws and Regulations and Comprehensive Ability" and "Banking Professional Practice". Among them, "Professional Practice of Banking Industry" consists of five professional categories: "Personal Finance", "Corporate Credit", "Personal Loan", "Risk Management" and "Bank Management". Candidates can choose any subject to apply. Passing the "Banking Laws and Regulations and Comprehensive Competence" exam and obtaining a certificate is a necessary prerequisite for obtaining a professional certificate.
The banking qualification examination has a low threshold and low intensity, and it is also a necessary certificate for bank practitioners. Obtaining a banking qualification certificate is beneficial to career development, qualification and later career improvement.
AFP/CFP, Financial Planner
In China, the CFP International Financial Planner Qualification Certification Exam is divided into two levels, namely AFP and CFP. Candidates must pass AFP certification before they can further apply for CFP. AFP, full name Associate Financial Planner, is a set of certification courses and examination systems for professionals in the field of wealth management.
AFP certification holders are staff with different levels of experience working in various financial institutions, and their main responsibility is to provide customers with advice and recommendations on wealth management, including bank wealth management, funds, insurance, trusts, asset management plans and other products. The AFP certificate has a high gold content and is regarded as a proof of professional competence and professional conduct.
After AFP, there is a more advanced CFP certification. CFP, or International Financial Planner, is an advanced stage of AFP. CFP-certified professionals have higher professional capabilities and more comprehensive theoretical knowledge, and can better provide clients with a full range of wealth management services.
The importance of AFP certificate is not only reflected in its high-value professional certification, but also reflected in its important tool for employees to change jobs, transfer, promote and raise salary. Many banks' head offices or local branches, investment/wealth management companies or institutions use AFP certificates as one of the conditions for employee recruitment or talent introduction and promotion. For those looking to enter the financial industry or make a breakthrough in the workplace, obtaining an AFP certificate is undoubtedly a wise choice.
Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) and Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) and Financial Risk Manager (FRM) are two important professional certifications in the financial field. These certificates represent top-level professional competencies in the field of investment analysis and risk management, and are an important part of banking operations and risk control.
The CFA certificate is the gold standard in the field of investment analysis. It requires candidates to have deep theoretical knowledge and practical experience in finance, including financial analysis, analysis and evaluation of investment instruments such as stocks, bonds, derivatives, etc. Analysts holding CFA certificates often have accurate investment advice and strategic planning capabilities, providing professional support for portfolio optimization and risk control.
FRM certificate is an authoritative certification in the field of risk management. It requires candidates to master the basic theoretical and practical skills of risk management, such as market risk, credit risk, operational risk, etc. Professionals holding FRM certificates often have efficient risk assessment and quantitative management capabilities, providing critical support and guidance for risk control and business decisions of banks and other financial institutions.
Obtaining these certificates not only helps individuals to enhance their competitiveness in the financial field, but also provides more professional support for banks' business operations and risk management. For example, banks can rely on professionals with CFA and FRM certificates to accurately assess the risks and returns of their portfolios, providing a reliable basis for asset management and decision-making.
Fund qualification certificate
Fund qualification certificate means that personnel engaged in fund publicity, promotion, consulting and other businesses shall have the necessary laws and regulations, finance, finance and other professional knowledge and skills necessary to engage in fund sales activities, and obtain securities qualification recognized by the Securities Association of China in accordance with relevant regulations.
As long as it involves the financial field, it is basically inseparable from banks and funds. In other words, commercial banks will basically carry out fund business. Simply put, banks and funds are closely related. In the current context of the standardization of fund qualifications, if you want to engage in fund work, it is not feasible to do without a fund qualification certificate.
If you have worked in a bank for a while and accumulated a certain number of stable old customers, the customers trust you with the business. As time goes by, the fund business becomes more and more popular, and you will inevitably meet many customers who want to get involved in funds. At this time, if you do not have a fund qualification certificate and cannot operate the fund business, will you not give these customers away?
Therefore, it is very important for you to work in a bank to have a fund qualification certificate. Only with this certificate can you carry out fund business legally and compliantly and improve your competitiveness.
Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certifications such as Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) are widely recognized, and the holders of these certificates tend to have more competitive advantages and development opportunities in their careers. These certificates are especially important for businesses and individuals interested in expanding their international business, as well as for those who wish to work in international financial institutions.
The Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) is one of the most influential professional accountant organizations in the world, and its membership has been widely recognized by more than 110 countries and regions, including China. This certificate is one of the necessary certificates for engaging in international accounting, and its examination standards and curriculum meet the requirements of international accounting standards and financial management regulations, and are highly professional and practical.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is one of the most influential and authoritative accounting professional qualifications in China, and its certificate holders can engage in auditing, accounting consulting, financial management, etc. in China. The certificate examination is difficult, requiring candidates to master solid theoretical knowledge and practical experience in accounting, as well as certain financial management and auditing capabilities.
Intermediate economist
Intermediate economist is one of the mainland professional titles, belongs to the category of economist, and is one of the professional titles of personnel engaged in the economic field. To obtain the title of intermediate economist, you must take the economic professional and technical qualification examination, and if you pass the examination, you have the qualification to be employed as an intermediate economist. Once you have the qualification for employment, you can obtain the title of economist at the corresponding level if you are hired in your unit.
Intermediate economists in the form of examination and evaluation, by the Ministry of Personnel of the State unified issuance of economic professional qualification certificate, this certificate is not only recognized by many enterprises, institutions, universities, banks, even some private enterprises also recognize this certificate, and use this certificate to evaluate the junior, intermediate and senior economist titles. Therefore, intermediate economist is a title with a high gold content.
For many banks, intermediate titles are one of the necessary conditions for promotion. For public institutions, state-owned enterprises and some private enterprises, employees with economist certificates will have more advantages in salary, performance evaluation, etc., which has become one of the important indicators of whether they raise their salary. Therefore, the title of economist has a great value-added effect in the workplace, and having a higher level means that there will be more opportunities for a raise.
Language class certificates
Finally, we need to consider those language certificates that are closely related to business operations. In today's globalized world, mastering a foreign language has become a must-have workplace skill. Whether you choose to study English, French, German or any other language, having a fluent language certificate will undoubtedly bring great convenience to your career.
Taking the banking industry as an example, HSBC clearly requires applicants to pass English level 4 or 6 when recruiting, and use it as the language of daily work. This not only highlights the importance of English in the context of globalization, but also provides us with a clear demonstration that mastering a foreign language can bring unparalleled advantages to your job search and career development.
Mastering foreign languages not only helps us better communicate with colleagues and customers around the world, but also helps us to better understand and adapt to different cultural backgrounds, so as to make a greater contribution to the company's business expansion and international cooperation.
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Of course, obtaining these certificates is not an easy task, and it takes a lot of time and effort to study and prepare for the exam. But it is this perseverance and persistence that demonstrates one's dedication to career development and investment in oneself. In an industry as challenging and opportunity as banking, having these credentials will undoubtedly add more opportunities and possibilities to your career path.
Therefore, especially for newcomers to the bank, in addition to doing their job well, you may wish to take a long-term view and set yourself a long-term study plan and certificate acquisition goals.
- Tellers
Job foundation certificate: banking practice, accounting practice
Career promotion certificate: fund practitioner, AFP financial planner, CFP international financial planner, economist, CPA, CFA, etc
- Money manager
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Career promotion certificate: CFP international financial planner, economist, FRR financial risk and management, CFA, tax planner, legal professional qualification, etc
- Lobby Manager
Job Foundation Certificate: Banking Practice
Career promotion certificate: fund practitioner, AFP financial planner, CFP international financial planner, economist, etc
- Corporate Account Manager
Job Foundation Certificate: Banking (Corporate Credit)
Career promotion certificate: CFC corporate financial consultant, FRR financial risk and management, AFP financial planner, CFP international financial planner, economist, legal professional qualification, etc
- Branch supervisor
Job foundation certificate: banking practice, fund practice
Career promotion certificate: AFP financial planner, CFP international financial planner, economist intermediate/advanced, FRR financial risk and management, corporate compliance management professional manager, tax planner, legal professional qualification, etc
- Risk compliance
Job Foundation Certificate: Banking (Risk Management)
Career promotion certificate: FRR financial risk and management, FRM financial risk and management, legal professional qualification, professional manager of corporate compliance management, economist, etc
- Credit Review
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- Branch President
Job foundation certificate: fund practitioner, banking practitioner
Career promotion certificate: economist intermediate/advanced, FRR financial risk and management, CFP international financial planner, corporate compliance management professional manager, legal professional qualification, etc
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Post foundation certificate: accounting, banking
Career promotion certificate: CPA certified public accountant, economist intermediate and senior, CFA, statistician, legal professional qualification, etc
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Career promotion certificate: CFA, FRM financial risk and management, FRR financial risk and management, CFP international financial planner, certified public accountant, professional manager of corporate compliance management, economist, etc
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