Experts and industry leaders discussed ways for shaping a forward-looking financial services industry
Beijing, China, August 2013
CFA Institute today hosts its inaugural China Investment Conference, in collaboration with CFA Society Beijing andCFA China, aiming to foster dialogue to reshape a trustworthy and forward-thinking financial industry.
Paul Smith, CFA, managing director of Asia Pacific at CFA Institute, said, “We are at a pivotal point in the history of the financial markets. CFA Institute believes that the global financial industry can be an extraordinary force for good. That drives the creation and launch of the Future of Finance, as part of a long-term global effort to shape a more trustworthy, forward-thinking financial industry that better serves the society. Education is one of the keys. We hope this conference and our other educational products will foster dialogue and inspire ideas among professionals and industry leaders how we can shape the future.”
“As China plays a greater role in the global financial system, demand for highly qualified finance professionals increases. These professionals will not only support Chinese companies to become global players, more importantly, help ensure financial market integrity and sustainability. We are excited to see the continuous growth of CFA charterholders in this market, and look forward to closer collaboration with our member society CFA Society Beijing, the local industry, universities, as well as regulators,” said Smith.
Today, there are over 2,800 CFA charterholders in China, with majority based in Beijing (32%) and Shanghai (47%). To better serve the members locally and advance the CFA Institute mission, the first member society, namely the CFA Society Beijing, was officially established in April 2013.
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CFA Institute is the global association of investment professionals that sets the standard for professional excellence and credentials. The organization is a champion for ethical behavior in investment markets and a respected source of knowledge in the global financial community. The end goal: to create an environment where investors’ interests come first, markets function at their best, and economies grow. CFA Institute has more than 113,000 members in 140 countries and territories, including 102,000 CFA charterholders, and 137 member societies. For more information, visit www.cfainstitute.org.