Institute of Financial Services

The Institute of Financial Services supports and promotes professionalism in the regulated advice sector and the wider financial services industry. It does so through the provision of qualifications, continuing professional development services and through the dissemination of best practice. The Institute is a division of the ifs School of Finance, a registered charity, incorporated by Royal Charter and is recognised as an awarding organisation by Ofqual.

ifs ProShare

ifs ProShare is a not-for-profit organisation that depends on member subscriptions and fees from events to support our work, which enables us to promote and encourage employee share ownership.

Financial World Online

Financial World, an award-winning magazine, is unique in the marketplace, bringing together some of the best financial journalists, commentators, and experts in the worldwide financial services industry.

Financial World Innovation Awards

The Financial World Innovation Awards have been running for more than a decade recognising examples of the creativity, imagination and vision within the financial services industry. From early innovations in cashless payments and the introduction of security measures such as Chip and Pin to massive operations projects streamlining legacy systems, and mobile banking, the awards have gone from strength to strength, attracting entries from financial services organisations across the globe.

Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS®)

CDCS® is the professional certification that will enable documentary credit practitioners to demonstrate specialist knowledge and application of the skills required for competent practice.