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Professional Risk Manager (PRM)
Members of PRMIA reached 45,000 and spins over 180 countries by 5 October 2007
Membership grew by 7,000 in 2007! PRMIA becomes the fastest growing professional association in the risk industry.

Accredited by PRMIA, Professional Risk Managers' International Association, PRM certification is setting a new standard for risk management program. Risk Managers are now playing a vital role at most organizations and are increasingly called upon to be leaders in the strategic development of those institutions. PRM qualification is the STANDARD.

Course Syllabus
- Finance Theory, Financial instruments and Markets
- Mathematical Foundations of Risk Measurement
- Risk Management Practices
- Case Studies, PRMIA Standards of Best Practice, Conduct and Ethics
Who Should Enroll?
- Finance/Banking Professionals
¡@       > Mathematical Foundations of Risk Measurement
¡@       > Banker
¡@       > Financial Risk Manager
¡@       > Corporate Treasurer
¡@       > Risk Analyst / Consultant
¡@       > Portfolio Manager
¡@       > Fund Manager
¡@       > Securities Dealing & Settlement Professional
¡@       > Financial Controller
¡@       > Asset Manager
- Management Professionals
- IT Security Professionals
Exam Format
- Student is entitled to be a PRM after obtained the pass results in all 4 exams. The examinee may choose to complete all 4 papers at a time or make individual attempts in two years
- Candidates have to acquire the membership of PRMIA prior to examination enrollment. Examination format is multiple choice questions
- Candidates have to finish Exams I & II in 3.5 hours should they opt for 4 papers in 1 attempt. 1 hour recess time is then allowed, followed by the 2-hour exams, i.e. Exams III & IV. (6.5 hours for 120 multiple choice questions in total)
Exam No. Exam Topic Weighting No. of Q's Time
I Finance Theory, Financial Instruments and Markets 30% 36 120 Mins
II Mathematical Foundations of Risk Measurement 20% 24 120 Mins
III Risk Management Practices 30% 36 90 Mins
IV Case Studies, Standards: Governance, Best Practice, Conduct and Ethics 20% 24 60 Mins
Profile of Membership (Sector Representation)
A. Banking
B. Traditional Asset Management
C. Insurance
D. Energy
E. Government /Regulator
F. Alternative Investments
G. Non-Financial /Corporate
H. Student / Faculty /Academic
I. Commodities (Non energy)
J. Medical /Biological
K. Others
Course Highlights
48 hours instructor-led workshop + 6 hours mock exam session
Experienced and qualified trainer
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- PRMTM , FRMTM, ACA, HKCPA, CAMS, MA (Cambridge University)
- Over 15 years in Investment Banking & Finance Industry
- Vice President of Major European Investment Bank
- Former Senior Regional Management of BNP Paribas Bank Hong Kong
- Former Vice President of JP Morgan Chase Bank
- Senior position in international financial organizations including PricewaterhouseCoopers (Hong Kong), Credit Suisse First Boston (London), Ernst & Young Chartered Accountants (London)
- Invited by GARP to contribute exam questions of international FRMTM Examination (2003-2008)
- Lecturer in ACCA examination courses for over 5 years, generating HK top prizewinners
- Master Facilitator, Quality Assessor and Exam Marker for HK Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) Qualification Program
- Published technical articles on Financial hedging instrument IAS 32 and 39
- Guest speaker for US investment banks, big four accounting firms, lawyer CPD courses and Hong Kong Productivity Council financial risk management seminars
- 2005 Winner of South China Morning Post & Henley MBA scholarship
- Frequently interviewed on newspapers for views on financial markets
Class exercises with case studies and exam questions for each knowledge domain
For more information: http://www.prmia.org
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Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
The Financial Risk Manager (FRMTM) certification establishes that an individual possesses the body of knowledge necessary for independent risk management analysis and decision making. It is the world's most prestigious certification program that measures a financial risk manager's capabilities
Who should get FRM Certification?
1.  Financial Risk Manager
2.  Corporate Treasurer
3.  Risk Analyst
4.  Portfolio Manager
5.  Fund Manager
6.  Legal & Compliance Professional
7.  Securities Dealing & Settlement Professional
8.  Financial Controller
9.  Risk Technology I.T. Developers
10.  Banking Internal/External Auditor
11.  Risk Consultants
12.  Financial Advisor
For more information: http://www.garp.com/frmexam
Examination Topics
Market Risk Measurement and Management 30%
Credit Risk Measurement and Management 25%
Operational and Integrated Risk Management, Legal, Accounting and Ethics 25%
Risk Management in Investment Management 10%
Quantitative Analysis 10%
Examination Fee
Registration Deadlines New Candidate Returning Candidate
Early Registration
(March 3 - April 30, 2008)

23.59 EDT (New York time)
USD 550.00
(USD 400 for exam, USD 150 for GARP membership fee*)
USD 450.00
(USD 300 for exam, USD 150 for GARP membership fee*)
Standard Registration
(May 1 - August 31, 2008)

23.59 EDT (New York time)
USD 700.00
(USD 550 for exam, USD 150 GARP membership fee*)
USD 550.00
(USD 400 for exam, USD 150 for GARP membership fee*)
Late Registration
(September 1 - October 15, 2008)

23.59 EDT (New York time)
USD 950.00
(USD 800 for exam, USD 150 for GARP membership fee*)
USD 550.00
(USD 600 for exam, USD 150 for GARP membership fee*)
*Membership is good for one full year from the effective date of the registration. Only full-time students are eligible for GARP's Student Membership rate by providing a copy of their transcripts directly from their school, within 30 days of registration.
 
Exam Date: 15th Nov, 2008 (SAT)
Exam Format: 140 Multiple Choice Questions
Duration: 5 hours
Pre-requisite
A minimum of two years experience in the area of financial risk management or another related field including, but not limited to, trading, portfolio management, academic or industry research, economics, auditing, risk consulting, and/or risk technology.
Course Highlights
48 hours training with extra 6 hours of mock examination
Structured lecture notes
Experienced and qualified trainer
- PRMTM , FRMTM, ACA, HKCPA, CAMS, MA (Cambridge University)
- Over 15 years in Investment Banking & Finance Industry
- Vice President of Major European Investment Bank
- Former Senior Regional Management of BNP Paribas Bank Hong Kong
- Former Vice President of JP Morgan Chase Bank
- Senior position in international financial organizations including PWC(HK), Credit Suisse First Boston (London), Ernst & Young Chartered Accountants (London)
- Invited by GARP to contribute exam questions of international FRMTM Examination (2003-2007)
- Lecturer in ACCA examination courses for over 5 years, generating HK top prizewinners
- Master Facilitator, Quality Assessor and Exam Marker for HK Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) Qualification Program
- Published technical articles on Financial hedging instrument IAS 32 and 39
- Guest speaker for US investment banks, big four accounting firms, lawyer CPD courses and Hong Kong Productivity Council financial risk management seminars
- 2005 Winner of South China Morning Post & Henley MBA scholarship
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Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Accredited by the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute, the CFA Program is a globally recognized standard for measuring the competence and integrity of financial analysts. Three levels of examinations measure a candidate’s ability to apply the fundamental knowledge of investment principles at a professional level. There are 140,000 enrolled candidates from over 160 nations and 79,000 current charterholders in the global network.

Informatics Professional Development Centre proudly launches CFA Level I Exam Preparatory Training. Our mission is to provide CFA candidates with a broad array of training of the highest quality. We utilize our renowned trainers and staff resources to produce the most effective, relevant, concise and comprehensive study materials and training sessions on the market.

Who Should Enroll?
1. Securities analyst
2. Finance manager
3. Investment advisor
4. Fund
manager
5. Head of
research
6. Research
analyst
7. Quantitative
analyst
8. Financial controller
9. Product support manager
10.Anyone who wish to develop career in investment area
Basic Entrance Requirement
1. Bachelor degree, or
2. Four years of qualified professional working experience, or
3. Diploma / associate degree with two years of qualified professional working experience.
Examination Fee Schedule
¡@ Received by CFA Institute on or before 3/10/2007 Received by CFA Institute on or before 15/2/2008 Received by CFA Institute on or before 17/3/2008
Enrollment Fee
(first time candidates only)
$390 $390 $465
Exam Registration $600 $688 $930
Total Fee $990 $1,078 $1,395
Currency: US Dollar
Examination Details
- Date: 8th June, 2008
- Format: 240 Multiple Choices Questions
- Duration: 6 hours
Course Outline
Part I (60 hours)
1. Ethical and Professional Standards
2. Quantitative Methods
3. Economics
4. Financial Reporting and Analysis
5. Corporate Finance
6. Equity Investment
7. Fixed Income
8. Derivatives
9. Alternative Investments
10. Portfolio Management and Wealth Planning
Part II (6 hours)
Mock exam and review session
Course Highlights
- 60 hours of tutorial sessions covering the whole syllabus for CFA Level I Exam
- 6-hour mock exam plus review session
- 5-hour Fundamental Accounting Concepts for CFA workshop
- All study materials included
- 2 mid-term tests for progress assessment
- Guarantee Pass Policy
- Eligible for Continuing Education Fund (CEF)
Trainers' Profile
Academic/ Professional Background
- CFA, HKICPA, ACCA, MBA (concentrate in Finance) Columbia Business School, New York, BA (Accountancy)
Working Background
- 10 years of working experience in Accounting and Finance industry
- Equity Research Analyst at Top US Investment Bank
- Manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Washington D.C. and Hong Kong
Expertise on
- Accounting, financial statement analysis, securities and derivatives valuation
- Teaching experience
- Guest speaker for several Hong Kong and Mainland China universities and Big 4 accounting firms on finance issues


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