Currently, Junior-Broker.com is focused on those entering or working in the United Kingdom. As such, individuals will need to adhere to the guidelines, and be approved by, the Financial Conduct Authority, (FCA). There are certain minimum finance qualifications and requirements required to sell or trade in Stocks, (Equities), Bonds, Derivatives and other Financial Products / Instruments.
There are a few main institutions providing the relevant finance qualifications, with numerous approved Training / Course Providers, most of whom have detailed and comprehensive websites discussing all avenues of gaining the relevant finance qualifications for your chosen career path. Sometimes this wealth of information can be a little overwhelming and confusing, especially when applying for vacancies.
The person who is hiring may be looking for certain ‘units’, or historic finance qualifications since the requirements are in constant development, whilst the institutions and training companies are offering certain ‘Certificate Levels’.
Whilst we cannot provide information on every course and eventuality, for those looking to work in the financial markets the following minimum finance qualifications are a good place to start.
Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (CISI)
- FSA Financial Regulation (Unit 1), FSA Principles of Financial Regulation (Unit 6)
- Investment Operations Certificate (IOC) (Investment Administration Qualification IAQTM)
Alongside the information provided from the FCA and Institutions, you can find further information from the wide range of courses provided under the Training and Qualification section of this website.
Read more: learn how to become FCA Approved Persons, what are your study options and check open positions for Junior Broker jobs >
