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best banking certifications that banking professionals should consider when looking to build a career in the banking industry


Varma 13th Jul, 2021
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IIBMS Mumbai 2nd Dec, 2025

If you want to build a career in banking and eventually create an industry presence, focus on finance, investment banking, risk management, or fintech.

Recommended certifications (short list):

  1. CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) – For investment banking, portfolio management.

  2. FRM (Financial Risk Manager) – For risk management and compliance.

  3. Certified Banking & Credit Analyst (CBCA) – For corporate banking and credit analysis.

  4. CPA / ACCA – For accounting, audit, and finance roles.

  5. Digital Banking/Fintech Certifications – For technology-driven banking careers.

Rajeswari 13th Jul, 2021

Hello,

•Chartered Financial Analysts :

The CFA designation is one of the most popular and rigorous certifications for finance and banking professionals

•Certified Financial Planner

•Financial Risk Manager :

Professionals who pass the FRM certification course often work in banks as risk analysts and risk officers

•Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst :

The CAIA certification is specifically designed for professionals who want to build a career managing alternate investments such as asset management or hedge funds

•Certified Public Accountant

•Certified Management Accountant

•Chartered Mutual Fund Counsellor :

The CMFC certification is a ten week financial course that is offered by the College of Financial Planning

Thankyou.

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