SII recognises the demand for qualified and knowledgeable candidates to support the rapid growth of the financial services industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. It helps individuals and firms to attain and maintain high standards of competence, behaviour and integrity. In February 2007, SII launched it first GCC regional office in Dubai. This office represents SII in the region, providing a professional hub through which its qualifications can be promoted.
In Dubai, SII and the Dubai International Financial Exchange (DIFX) Academy have launched a new, jointly developed Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Rules and Regulations exam for the industry.
This exam is based largely on the requirements of the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) which regulates financial services in the DIFC to international standards.
SII UAE News
DIFX Academy launch new Rules & Regulations qualification
| On 13th February 2007 the UK SII and the Dubai International Financial Exchange (DIFX) Academy launched a new, jointly-developed Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Rules and Regulations exam for the financial services industry in the region.
This exam is based largely on the requirements of the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) which regulates financial services in the DIFC to international standards. Per Larsson, chief executive of the DIFX, said: “As the leading stock exchange operating in the geographic space between Western Europe and East Asia, the DIFX is extremely pleased to work with the SII to support the professional training of leading members of the financial services industry. Together with the DIFC and DFSA, this initiative will increase the level of core competency of staff here in Dubai and across the wider region.” |
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Route to Attaining Competence
| The SII offers a range of qualifications, attracting over 40,000 candidates a year worldwide. The qualifications range from providing an introduction to the financial services industry and the regulation which underpins it, to supporting individuals who want to build further on their professional competence.
Please use the interactive tools to help you choose the right qualifications, book exams and options to support your career progression. |
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Key Qualifications
With growing numbers of Gulf-based candidates taking its qualifications, SII is keen to direct potential candidates to those most appropriate to their future needs. For further information on SII's full programme of qualifications follow the link.
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* Alternatively the Principles of Financial Regulation can be taken as the first unit.
Training & Studying in UAE
Many candidates for SII qualifications study successfully by distance learning, using SII workbooks and online learning tools. To accommodate international candidates, SII exclusively offers PDF version of workbooks with the examination booking service.
ATPs in UAE
| To offer an alternative route to learning and to ensure that candidates have local access to high quality training and support, SII partners with Accredited Training Providers (ATPs).
ATP’s provide SII candidates with:
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For further details on how to become an SII ATP please follow the link.
Sitting Exams in UAE
| To offer greater flexibility for international candidates, SII's Introduction to Investment Award, IAQ™, ITIO, IFQ, ICFA and Certificate qualifications are taken via Computer Based Testing (CBT). With a worldwide network of test centres available, SII ensures flexible scheduling, instant results and ease of completing the examination on screen.
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