CFA Society Sri Lanka recognized 52 individuals who successfully completed the CFA program at its Charter Awards Ceremony and Annual Oration 2022 which was held at Hilton Colombo Residences recently.

The occasion was graced by Mr. Viraj Dayaratne PC, Chairman, Securities, and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka as the Chief Guest, Mr. Dilshan Wirasekara, Chairman, Colombo Stock Exchange as the Guest of Honor while Mr. Chanakya Dissanayake, CFA, Managing Director Investment Research & Country Head of Acuity Knowledge Partners Sri Lanka delivered the oration.

The CFA® designation is awarded by CFA Institute to those who have completed the CFA program, which is the highest distinction and the gold standard in the investment industry. The CFA charter is a globally recognized qualification and is held by over 190,000 professionals worldwide in 164 markets.

The CFA Program provides a strong foundation of advanced investment analysis and real-world portfolio management skills. The course of study is organized into three levels and each level requires passing a five-hour fifteen-minute exam. The program curriculum increases in complexity as you move through the three levels: The CFA Program bridges current practice, investment theory, and ethical and professional standards in shaping candidates to do investment analysis and portfolio management.

-ADA DERANA