CFA Society Sri Lanka, University Outreach committee recently organised a series of guest lectures at the Department of Finance, University of Kelaniya in association with Acuity Knowledge Partners on Financial Modelling and Investment note writing with the objective of enhancing skills and sharing best practices in the global capital market space with Sri Lanka’s undergraduate students.
Dinesh Warusavitharana, President of Society Sri Lanka said that this is organised as part of the CFA Institute, University Affiliation Programme with universities around the world to promote ethics-based investment education in university degree programmes aimed at developing future finance and investment professionals, the CFA Society Sri Lanka said in a media release.
Nuwan Jayawardana, Chair, University Outreach Committee, CFA Society Sri Lanka explained that entry into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Programme signals to potential students, employers, and the marketplace that the University of Kelaniya curriculum is closely tied to professional practice and is well-suited to preparing students to sit the CFA examinations. Through participation in this programme, the University of Kelaniya is eligible to receive a limited number of student scholarships for the CFA Programme each year and other wide range of support.
Nethmi Herath, Lecturer, University of Kelaniya whilst thanking CFA Society Sri Lanka and Acuity Knowledge Partners said that the “CFA designation is globally recognised as the gold standard in the finance industry. Our affiliation with the CFA Institute ensures that our students graduate with a solid foundation in the theory and practice of finance, a deep understanding of the importance of ethics and professional standards, and a significant competitive edge in the global job market”.
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