The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) is delighted to announce the accreditation of ZCAS University, Lusaka as an approved and trusted local training partner for CISI global capital markets skills programmes.

Established in 1989, the ZCAS tagline is Aspire, Acquire, Prosper and the university offers training for accountants, promoting research and the advancement of learning in accountancy, finance, and related studies.

Educational charity and professional body the CISI has a global membership of 53,700 based in over 100 countries. The Institute offers qualifications and lifelong e-learning opportunities for those working or aspiring to work in the capital markets, financial planning and wealth management professions.

The CISI accreditation of ZCAS University is part of a tri-partite collaboration between CISI, SEC Zambia and ZCAS. The CISI has worked with SEC Zambia since 2016 on the development of a bespoke qualifications licensing pathway to elevate standards for Zambian capital markets professionals.

The achievement of CISI Accredited Training Partner status for ZCAS University allows students to study locally for the CISI International Introduction to Investment.

Kevin Moore Chartered FCSI, CISI Executive Director, Membership and Business Development said: “We are delighted to welcome ZCAS University into our Accredited Training Partner global community. It is a privilege to work alongside ZCAS University and SEC Zambia in the development of this crucial professional skills programme, aimed at enhancing standards, integrity and transparency in the Zambian capital markets. My recent visit to Lusaka was met with a warm reception and I eagerly anticipate further collaboration with our partners as we contribute towards the implementation of Zambia’s Capital Markets Master Plan by building capacity within the sector.”

Professor Douglas Kunda, ZCAS University Vice Chancellor (right) said: “Today's collaboration with the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment marks a strategic partnership between two institutions with a shared vision for advancing education and fostering the development of finance and investment professionals.

“Through this partnership agreement, ZCAS University in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission will be the local accredited training partner for the International Introduction to Securities & Investment module in Zambia. This module and the Regulatory Assessment module form part of the requirements for capital market practitioners in Zambia to be licensed by SEC.”

To register for the relevant courses please email  Mwambwe.Chimba@zcasu.edu.zm or call ZCAS at +260971745541.