Zenith Bank Plc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute for the formation, training, and updating of human capital in finance and investment for the overall development of the Nigerian financial services sector.
The MoU was signed by the Group Managing Director/CEO of Zenith Bank Plc, Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu; the President/CEO of the CFA Institute, Margaret Franklin; and the President of CFA Society Nigeria, Ibukun Oyedeji on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.
Speaking at the MoU signing, Onyeagwu commended the CFA Institute and the CFA Society, Nigeria for their laudable programmes in developing finance and investment professionals in Nigeria.
He said: “As a good corporate citizen, Zenith Bank remains committed to furthering the economic, cultural and social development of the society. As such, we continue to support projects and initiatives that have long-term social and economic benefits for our various publics and stakeholders.
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“Partnering with the CFA Institute and the CFA Society Nigeria is, therefore, a demonstration of our commitment to building professional excellence in the finance services industry in Nigeria.”
Also speaking on the MoU, Franklin reiterated the CFA Institute’s commitment to the professional development of students and upcoming professionals.
The CFA Institute President said: “There are many things that we do for students, we invest heavily in students and why is that? Because they are our future.
“The mission of the CFA Institute is to lead the investment industry with the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society and that starts with our CFA programme.”
She further commended Zenith Bank for its continued support to the CFA Society Nigeria and sponsorship of the CFA Institute Research Challenge over the years just as she commended the bank for being one of the top employers of CFA members in the country.
Also speaking at the MoU signing ceremony, the President of CFA Society Nigeria commended Zenith Bank for its partnership with CFA Society Nigeria and its commitment to the development of young finance professionals in the country.
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