Employers around the world realize that the FRM Program prepares candidates with the specialized knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic financial services industry. The FRM designation is by far the best known and most respected designation for financial risk, with 46 of the top 50 banks in the world (by total assets) having a significant presence of Certified FRMs.

Mastering the concepts underlying risk management in today's dynamic market environment will give you a holistic view of risk management. By preparing for the FRM Exam, you will gain state-of-the-art knowledge that is useful on the job every day, because the Exam is designed and updated twice a year by some of the world's leading risk professionals to reflect current marketplace issues. 92% of those who sat for the May 2011 FRM Exam would recommend that their colleagues also sit for the FRM Exam.

The FRM certification provides you with a lifelong platform to network with some of the world's most prominent financial risk management professionals, expanding your professional opportunities within the world of finance. More than 26,000 individuals from 110 countries and territories across the globe have passed the FRM Exam, so you will become part of an elite group. Certified FRMs value the designation, with 82% preferring to hire a job candidate with the FRM designation over one without.

Mastering the content of the FRM Exam and completing the many hours of self-study represents a significant commitment to the risk management profession, positioning you as a leader in the field and signifying your commitment to professional excellence.

Real-world experience is an essential component of attaining FRM certification. No other financial risk designation requires candidates to demonstrate related professional experience -- so becoming a Certified FRM means considerably more than passing an exam.

All Certified FRMs are expected to adhere to principles that promote the highest levels of ethical conduct and disclosure beyond following the letter of applicable rules and regulations. Employers know that Certified FRMs will help safeguard their firms' reputations.