Enhance your university degree programs
Partner with CFA Institute and push the standard of finance and ethics education further.
A global community making a difference
We have a long history of working with educational institutions. This is because we believe universities play a crucial role in shaping the future of the finance industry. Together, we can promote the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence.
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University Affiliation Program (UAP)
The University Affiliation Program recognizes academic institutions that embed at least 70% of the CFA® Program Candidate Body of Knowledge™ (CBOK) into their curricula. Through cooperation with universities around the world, we seek to promote ethics-based investment education in university degree programs aimed at developing investment professionals.
Industry alignment
Show direct links to the investment profession and relevance of course content to professional practice.
Student appeal
Attract students who are aspiring to careers in investment management.
Exclusive scholarships
Scholarships can be awarded by you to selected students to help cover the cost of their exam fees.
For students
Looking to take your first steps into finance? We can enhance your studies, help you earn an internationally recognized qualification, and further your career prospects.
Resources for professors
Promotion of ethical practice is fundamental to the CFA Institute mission and a cornerstone to our examination and education programs. Enhance your understanding of this mission – and your own knowledge – with our complimentary resources. With your help, higher standards of ethics and professional excellence in the finance industry can be reached, with your students at the forefront.
CFA Institute Professor Community
Join the online community for UAP Professors to share best practices, build connections, and collaborate to lead students effectively. Access exclusive UAP resources and stay up to date on the latest student and professor related news, events, and more. Join the UAP Community today and benefit from shared support and expertise!
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What our affiliated universities say
The University Affiliation Program affirms SMU’s commitment to ethical finance. Our students get an edge knowing that at least 70% of what they learn in the classroom is related to real-world practice.”
“The University Affiliation Program helps us attract students from all over the world who are motivated to pursue careers as analysts in financial markets. The relationship helps us develop our curriculum and recognize trends in the financial sector.”
“The CFA Institute University Affiliation Program has been a significant benefit to both our Learning & Teaching approach and to our students personally. It has enabled our teaching focus to be guided by industry practice as well as successfully preparing our students for the CFA exams.”
