FRM

The Financial Risk Manager (FRM®) is the global standard for financial risk. It was developed by the world’s leading risk practitioners; the designation signifies a mastery of the skills and knowledge needed to help organizations succeed in today’s rapidly changing financial landscape.

Its curriculum is updated annually by a group of distinguished risk professionals and leading academics from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that the designation meets the evolving demands of the global financial industry.

Currently, more than 70,000 certified FRMs are employed at nearly every major bank, asset management firm, hedge fund, consulting firm, and regulator around the world. FRM registrations have grown by an average of 15% per year since 2010, surpassing 83,000 in 2020. This growth reflects the rapidly increasing demand for professionals trained in measuring and managing financial risk.

By achieving the FRM Certification, candidates join a worldwide network of professionals in more than 190 countries and territories, greatly expanding their professional development opportunities. Moreover, employers know that FRMs have the knowledge needed to anticipate and respond to critical issues, providing them with an edge in a competitive professional landscape.

Benefits of the FRM:

• Demonstrate your knowledge
  • Earning your certification shows that you have mastered the knowledge bases necessary to effectively assess and manage risk.
• Highlight your experience
  • The designation testifies that you have worked in the profession for at least two years, signaling to employers that you have the experience necessary to succeed.
• Join an elite group
  • You’ll be part of a network of like-minded professionals, allowing you to expand your career opportunities.
• Underscore your reliability
  • Because all FRMs are expected to adhere to the GARP Code of Conduct, employers know that FRMs will help safeguard their firm’s reputation.