November 2011
MSc in Banking Practice and Management
There is still time for individuals to apply for a place on the Chartered Fellowship and MSc in Banking Practice and Management which starts in January 2012. This is a two-year, part-time programme delivered in a way to support the full-time employee.
Find out more here.

ifs School of Finance celebrates its graduates
The 2011 ifs School of Finance Graduation ceremony took place at London’s prestigious Guildhall in June. The annual ceremony celebrated the efforts of over 700 students who had completed a Professional Higher Education qualification in the previous year. A short film of the ceremony is available here
Institute of Financial Services confirmed as an Accredited Body
The Institute of Financial Services has been confirmed as an Accredited Body with effect from 1 October 2011.
Find out more here.
ifs School of Finance validates new degree programme
The ifs School of Finance has developed a new undergraduate programme to enhance its offering of professionally relevant programmes to students in, or aspiring to join, the financial services sector.Find out more here.
Diploma in Mortgage Advice and Practice (DipMAP®) grows in popularity
Find out more about this programme which helps develop continual learning and enhance adviser skills and knowledge.
Placements and internships for full-time students – can your organisation help?
We are currently seeking to identify organisations that may be interested in offering placements or internships to our full-time students during the summer of 2013 after their second year of studying for our BSc in Banking Practice and Management.
How you can help.
2011/2012 online learning for CeMAP® now available
The 2011/2012 edition of the CeMAP® competence development tool is now available for individual students and organisations.
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Institute develops the Certificate in Financial Administration and Planning
The Institute of Financial Services has developed this programme to meet the needs of individuals working, or aspiring to work, in financial administration or paraplanning roles.Find out more here.