The Securities Industry Development Corporation (SIDC), the training and education arm of the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), is calling for applications from university graduates for the sixth Islamic Capital Market Graduate Training Scheme (ICMGTS) commencing 9 March 2012.
The ICMGTS was jointly developed by the SC and SIDC in 2009, in collaboration with Bursa Malaysia and industry organisations including Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia (FIMM), Association of Stockbroking Companies Malaysia (ASCM), Malaysian Investment Banking Association (MIBA) and Malaysian Association of Asset Managers (MAAM), to facilitate the development of human capital for the Islamic Capital Market. It aims to produce entry-level Islamic Capital Market professionals with strong fundamental knowledge and communication skills.
Funded by the Capital Market Development Fund, the programme comprises nine technical and soft skill modules delivered by industry experts and practitioners. Successful candidates will receive a monthly allowance of RM2,000 during the two-month training period. In addition to opportunities to be interviewed by potential employers participants will be sponsored to sit for the SC's licensing examinations to qualify as licensed intermediaries.
Since its inception, over 200 graduates have participated in the ICMGTS to accelerate their careers, 92% of whom have been employed by the industry. The strong demand for ICMGTS graduates is a reflection of the programme's relevance in increasing the supply of trained professionals to meet the robust manpower demand in Malaysia's vibrant Islamic Capital Market.
All Malaysians aged 30 years and below holding a recognised degree with at least a second class upper or equivalent in related disciplines are eligible to apply. Interested applicants can obtain detailed programme information and download the application form from the SIDC website at www.sidc.com.my.
Applications close on Monday, 20 February 2012.
Members of the Media may contact Evelyn Lam Oi Ling at 03-62048189 or Lau Meisan at 03-62048305, or fax no.: 03-62015078 or e-mail: cau@seccom.com.my.
About SIDC
The SECURITIES INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (SIDC) is the training and development arm of the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and the leading capital markets education and training provider in ASEAN. It was established in 1994 and incorporated in 2007.
The SIDC has been developing and delivering capital market training and investor education for over 15 years, covering basic to advance capital market skills as well as policies and development issues. It serves regulators, intermediaries, investors and directors in both local and international markets.
The SIDC works closely with the SC in setting the competency standards for the capital market industry. It develops, maintains and administers the SC Licensing Examinations and the mandatory Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programme for Capital Markets Services Representative's Licence (CMSRL) holders for the Malaysian capital market.
The SIDC also plays a significant role in nurturing the talent pipeline for the Malaysian capital market. Through its unique talent development programme, the SIDC has successfully produced quality new resources, which are well accepted by the industry, for both the conventional and Islamic capital market.
More information on the SIDC is available at www.sidc.com.my.
© Press Release 2012
