CFA Institute is a global, non-profit professional organization that provides investment professionals with finance education. Its mission is to lead the investment profession globally by promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society. Founded in 1947, the organization is best known for offering the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, a globally respected and recognized investment management credential, as well as the Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM) and the Certificate in ESG Investing.

Founded in

United States