Anonymous wrote:
Hi DOCTOR,
I have just completed my post graduate diploma in Business Administration because I felt I should have more practical based knowledge which can help me to secure position in any industry and started doing CIMA. I am also planning to do Investment Management certificate recongised by FSA. I want to have a combination of CIMA with investment management so that I can gain position in financial institution as fund accountant and can work as an Management accountant just to increase the chances of getting job. AM I ON THE RIGHT TRACK? YOUR REPLY WILL MOTIVATE ME TO STICK WITH MY PLAN.
A consultant at WH Marks Sattin replied:
If you are serious about building a career within Financial Services and in particular Investment Management then the academic path you have chosen to pursue will prove to be very advantageous. It is definitely advisable to undertake either your CIMA or your ACCA if you want to gain an accountancy position within this sector and not studying towards or completing the qualification can hold a number of people back whilst their peers progress upwards. The CIMA is particularly suited if you are looking for Management accounting type positions and the routes these can offer long term.
With regards the Investment Management Certificate (IMC) it is a qualification that clients can often request when recruiting for positions within Investment Management and in particular for Fund Accounting roles. Personally I would say the certificate is a definite advantage to have, although not having the IMC should not hinder your progression once you have managed to make the initial breakthrough into this sector as it is the experience you have that is most important to clients.
Best of luck with all your studies and securing your ideal job.
WH Marks Sattin
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