International students majoring in finance take a look!
Are you confused about how to get into a big and well-known company? The financial industry is a hot field, and the competition is really fierce.
But don't worry, today we're going to reveal those financial credentials that will make you stand out in your job search!
01
Banking Qualification Examination
With the development of the banking industry and the intensification of competition, more and more banks will "have a banking qualification certificate" as the basic requirement for recruitment.
This shows that the banking qualification certificate has gradually become a necessary stepping stone to enter the banking industry.
Registration Period (Elementary, Intermediate)
March-April in the first half of the year and August in the second half of the year
Exam Dates (Elementary, Intermediate)
The first half of the year is expected to be around June; The second half of the year is expected to be around October
02
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Whether at home or abroad, the CPA certificate has a high degree of authority and recognition in the accounting industry.
Job seekers with CPA credentials have significant advantages in areas such as auditing, taxation and financial management.
If you want to work in an accounting firm or the finance department of a company, then the CPA certificate will be a powerful help for you.
Registration Period
April 8 at 8:00 a.m. to April 30 at 8:00 p.m
Exam time
Professional stage exams: August 23-25
Comprehensive stage exams: August 24
03
Management Accountant (CMA)
Management accounting talents are value creators who are proficient in finance, understand management, are proficient in business, and have strong decision-making ability.
With the growing demand for interdisciplinary talents, the transformation from accounting accounting to management accounting has become the future development trend.
Management accounting is not only the trend of the future, but also the certification of professional ability, holding the management accountant certificate issued by the Beijing National Accounting Institute, will have a high degree of gold content and employment competitiveness.
Exam time
First exam date: April 20, 2024
Second exam date: August 10, 2024
Third exam date: December 21, 2024
04
特许公认会计师(ACCA)
The ACCA certificate is one of the most authoritative certifications for accountants in the world.
Candidates with ACCA certificates usually have a high degree of professionalism and practical experience in corporate finance, tax consulting, financial management, etc.
If you wish to work in a senior financial management position in a national or international company, then the ACCA certificate will be an indispensable qualification for you.
(ACCA exams are held 4 times a year, in March/June/September/December)
Registration Period
7 November 2023 – 29 January 2024 (March Session)
February 6, 2024 – April 29, 2024 (June Session)
May 7, 2024 – July 29, 2024 (September Exam Season)
6 August 2024 – 28 October 2024 (December Session)
Exam time
March 4-8, 2024, June 3-7, 2024
September 2-6, 2024, December 2-6, 2024
05
Futures Practitioner Qualification Examination
The financial, futures, and investment industries are among the best in the industry-wide ranking of average annual salaries.
With the rapid development of the mainland's economic construction and the increasing influence of the international market, the development potential of the mainland futures market is immeasurable.
Registration Period
Unified examination: group registration time is April 15 to 16, individual registration time is April 16 to 17
Special sessions: June 10-12, October 14-16
Exam time
UEC: May 18
Special session: July 6, November 16
06
Securities Practitioner Qualification Examination
Securities qualification is a necessary certificate to enter the securities industry, and it is also an important reference basis for entering banks, non-bank financial institutions, listed companies, investment companies, large enterprise groups, financial media, and government economic departments.
Please note that the only unified examination in 2024 is not limited to industries, and the special or scheduled tests in other months are limited to internal personnel of securities institutions, and non-institutional personnel can only choose to participate in this unified examination.
Exam time
Unified test: It is planned to be held in June
Special test: It is planned to be held three times in March, September and November
Scheduled tests: 6 times planned
07
Fund Practitioner Qualification Examination
With the increasing development of China's fund market, the fund practitioner examination has gradually become a popular choice for international students in finance.
Passing the fund practitioner examination will obtain the qualification certification to engage in fund sales, operation and management.
This is a very valuable credential for those who wish to work in financial institutions such as fund companies or securities companies.
Registration Period
1 month before the exam
Exam time
May 12, November 9, 2024