The International Capital Market Association Launches ICMA Certified – A New Standard in Professional Capital Markets Qualifications
3 July 2025 The International Capital Market Association (ICMA) is pleased to announce the launch of ICMA-Certified, a new suite of professional qualifications designed to equip capital markets professionals with advanced expertise and recognised credentials in key areas of the fixed income markets.
In today’s competitive and fast-evolving landscape, ICMA-Certified enables professionals to demonstrate applied skills, strengthen their credibility with clients and employers, and accelerate their careers across front, middle, and back-office roles.
ICMA-Certified combines two assessed courses—Advanced and Specialist level—into structured pathways across four focus areas:
- Primary Debt Capital Markets
- Fixed Income Trading & Portfolio Management
- Financial Markets Operations
- Sustainable Finance
Participants who complete each programme successfully earn an ICMA-Certified credential - a digital, verifiable qualification recognised internationally for trust, competence, and professional commitment.
Four Professional Pathways
- ICMA-Certified Primary Market Professional
Combines the Primary Market Certificate (PMC) and Introduction to Securitisation courses, equipping professionals involved in debt issuance with deep technical knowledge and regulatory insight. - ICMA-Certified Fixed Income Trader & Portfolio Manager
Integrates the Fixed Income Certificate (FIC) with Fixed Income Portfolio Management & Construction, offering comprehensive expertise in trading, valuation, and portfolio optimisation. - ICMA-Certified Operations Professional
Brings together the Operations Certificate Programme (OCP) and Collateral Management courses to build expertise in post-trade operations, collateral processes, and operational risk. - ICMA-Certified Sustainable Finance Professional
Combines the Sustainable Bond Certificate with Transition Finance, enabling professionals to master sustainable finance frameworks and instruments.
Flexible Delivery and Global Recognition
ICMA-Certified programmes are delivered through in-person training, livestreamed virtual classrooms, or a combination of both, providing flexibility to accommodate professionals worldwide.
Marc Granville, Senior Director and Head of Education & Training at ICMA, commented: “ICMA-Certified sets a new standard for professional development in capital markets. By combining rigorous assessments, practical learning, and recognised certification, we are equipping market participants with the tools to succeed in today’s evolving financial markets.”
The organisation’s education and training is accredited by the CPD® Certification Service and aligned with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).
For more information, register your interest through the ICMA-Certified webpages, or contact education@icmagroup.org.
