CFA Institute is the global association of investment professionals that seeks to set the standard for professional excellence and credentials. The organisation is a champion of ethical behaviour in investment markets and a respected source of knowledge in the global financial community. Its aim is to create an environment where investors’ interests come first, markets function at their best, and economies grow. There are more than 164,000 CFA charterholders worldwide in 164 countries and regions, with nine offices worldwide and 154 local member societies.