Our values

To promote high standards and quality assurance as a global accreditation academy.
To be a world leader in the promotion of accredited program examinations and business education.
To provide a structure for interaction between members and the professional finance community, business executives, government finance officials and academic finance professionals.
To facilitate the executive assessment and development of financial professionals interested in investments, financial planning, corporate finance, estate planning, asset management, risk management, tax, and market and financial analysis.
Globally promote accredited program courses and examination and standards.
Work with governments and institutions to promote standards for individual certifications, charters and master designations.
Provide forward-looking ethics and codes of conduct that benefit society, industry and the public.
To be a positive and constructive voice in finance on the global stage.
To enhance employment opportunities for IFMA members at all levels through networking, training and outreach.
To continue to grow internationally through specialized on-site leadership training available at select universities and training centers.
Improve the knowledge and education of the general public as a clearinghouse of information on the investment and financial industry.