Job opportunities in the exempt market

Job opportunities in the exempt market

If you’re looking for job opportunities in the financial services industry, you may want to consider the lesser-known exempt market. Generally, the exempt market facilitates a cost-effective method for smaller or early-stage businesses to raise capital. Products are...
Lessons from the IEP Conference: Advice for Job Seekers

Lessons from the IEP Conference: Advice for Job Seekers

Recently, I had the pleasure to be part of an industry panel at the IEP Conference. My fellow panelists and I spoke to a group of Internationally Educated Professionals who were seeking advice about how to gain employment in accounting and financial services. There...
The 7 habits of successful students

The 7 habits of successful students

Tricks and tips for people who want to excel at studying If you’ve been in the workforce for a while and you’re out of practice, embracing these habits will help you retain more information in fewer hours – and sit your exam with greater confidence. If you’re just out...
Prepping for a successful interview in financial services

Prepping for a successful interview in financial services

Being qualified is just one part of landing the job you want There are a few givens when it comes to job interviews – like, for example, showing up on time, dressing appropriately, being confident and speaking clearly. But interviewing for a role in financial services...
Case study: Practical training for the real world

Case study: Practical training for the real world

Featured student: Jatinder Bajwa IFSE course: Branch Managers’ Examination Course (BM) Within the highly regulated, compliance-focused financial services industry, today’s Branch Manager or Branch Compliance Officer faces many complex issues and takes...