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ICAEW and SII sign agreement to launch new corporate finance qualification

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) and the Securities & Investment Institute (SII) have announced that they have signed heads of agreement to launch a new professional qualification focused on corporate finance. The new qualification will also be launched in conjunction with the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CICA).

"We are delighted to be launching this new qualification in partnership with the Securities & Investment Institute and our fellow Canadian Institute," said Eric Anstee, Chief Executive of the ICAEW.

"A globally recognised and delivered qualification in corporate finance fits with the ICAEW’s aim of extending its global influence and presence. The qualification with its unparalleled focus on corporate finance, offers a new development path for corporate financiers highlighting the skills and expertise of those who qualify for the new designation."

The new programme, which starts in September 2005, will comprise three stages, designed to suit candidates from entry level through to experienced professionals, with an award at each stage. On completion of the third stage, successful candidates will receive the Advanced Diploma accompanied by the associated CF designatory letters.

Chris Ward, Chairman of the Corporate Finance faculty said, "This will be a practical, skills based qualification designed to accelerate professional development and provide an immediate return on training investment for employers and employees alike.

"It will provide regulatory accreditation and will also help raise professional and ethical standards in the industry, helping companies to better manage their regulatory and business risks. Its global outlook will help the industry to establish a consistently high level of professional competence across international markets."

Simon Culhane, Chief Executive of the SII, commented, "As a leading body in the area of corporate finance through our Certificate and Diploma programmes, working with the ICAEW and CICA will contribute to our mission: to provide qualifications and promote the highest level of competence to our members and firms working in the corporate finance area in our industry.

"Our experience in developing and delivering regulatory examinations within many jurisdictions will be of particular interest to firms. This will ensure an excellent synergy with the ICAEW and CICA in this partnership."

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For more information, visit: www.icaew.co.uk/corpfinfac/

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