CFA

At Maqsut Narikbayev University (MNU), the Bachelor in Business Administration program in Finance and Master of Science in Finance programs are recognized as part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. This recognition acknowledges that these programs incorporate at least 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) into their curriculum, along with an emphasis on the CFA Institute’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct.

Through this affiliation, MNU students gain access to the following benefits:

CFA Institute Scholarships
Eligible students may apply for CFA Institute scholarships, which provide financial assistance by waiving the program enrollment fee and reducing the exam registration fee. Scholarship recipients will pay a fixed fee of US$600 for each CFA exam, regardless of registration timing.

CFA aligned curriculum: Core topics such as ethical standards, portfolio management and financial analysis, tailored to prepare students to sit CFA exams.

Exclusive resources and events: MNU students gain access to CFA Institute investment series materials, the CFA Institute Ethics Learning Lab, and invitations to CFA Institute events and professional development opportunities.

Certificate in ESG Investing:

The Master of Science in Finance program recognizes essential topics from the Certificate in ESG Investing from CFA Institute. This professional certificate offers both practical application and technical knowledge in the field of ESG investing. 

About CFA Institute

The CFA Institute is the global association of investment professionals, with a mission to lead the investment profession by promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence. With over 190,000 members in more than 165 countries, CFA Institute is recognized as the premier global organization for investment professionals. The CFA Program is widely regarded as the gold standard in finance education, and the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct sets the benchmark for professional behavior in the investment industry.