International Introduction to Securities and Investments

The International Introduction to Securities and Investment (IISI) is a qualification for the needs of new entrants to the investment industry. This qualification provides a comprehensive introduction to the financial services industry with a specific focus on investments from a global perspective.

The course can be either taken as stand-alone or as the first step in the CISI’s qualification pathway, and it is taken by many practitioners as it is the foundation exam for higher level CISI qualifications. The broad topics covered make the qualification suitable for all staff, not just those responsible for making investment decisions, including administration, finance and accounting, IT, customer service, sales and marketing and HR and training.

  1. Financial Services Industry
  2. Economic Environment
  3. Financial Assets and Markets
  4. Equities
  5. Bonds
  6. Derivatives

Who should attend to International Introduction to Securities and Investments

  • Advanced level graduates considering a career in finance and investments.
  • Fresh graduates or final year students looking to enter the investment industry.
  • New employees in brokerage, financial planning, investment advisory, wealth management and asset management industry.
  • Ideally suited to form part of an induction program taken by all new employees in the investment industry