ICMA-Certified

ICMA-Certified is an industry-accredited professional qualification recognising advanced, applied expertise in key areas of capital markets. It combines two intensive assessed courses—Advanced and Specialist level—within one of four focus areas: primary debt capital markets, fixed income trading, financial markets operations and sustainable finance.

These structured pathways build core technical knowledge while exposing you to current market practices, helping you stay competitive in a fast-moving landscape.



The ICMA-Certified Primary Market Professional programme is a recognised development pathway for capital markets professionals involved in debt issuance, particularly in the investment-grade space. It combines the Primary Market Certificate (PMC) and Introduction to Securitisation to provide both technical expertise and a broader understanding of how primary issuance links to wider market practices.

The ICMA-Certified Fixed Income Trader & Portfolio Manager programme combines two of ICMA’s flagship courses — the Fixed Income Certificate (FIC) and Fixed Income Portfolio Management & Construction — into a single, industry-recognised certification. It offers a structured qualification pathway for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in fixed income trading, valuation, and portfolio construction.

The ICMA-Certified Operations Professional is an industry-recognised qualification designed to develop the expertise of professionals working in capital markets operations. Combining the Operations Certificate Programme (OCP) and Collateral Management courses, it provides the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the complex post-trade environment and support effective back and middle-office functions.

The ICMA-Certified Sustainable Finance Professional is a specialised qualification for individuals looking to deepen their understanding of sustainable capital markets and support the transition to a low-carbon economy. Combining the Sustainable Bond Certificate and Transition Finance courses, it offers a comprehensive view of sustainable debt instruments, market standards, investor expectations, and transition planning.

ICMA Zurich
T: +41 44 363 4222
Dreikönigstrasse 8
8002 Zurich

ICMA London
T: +44 20 7213 0310
110 Cannon Street
London EC4N 6EU
ICMA Paris
T: +33 1 8375 6613
25 rue du Quatre Septembre
75002 Paris

ICMA Brussels
T: +32 2 801 13 88
Avenue des Arts 56
1000 Brussels
ICMA Hong Kong
T: +852 2531 6592
Unit 3603, Tower 2
Lippo Centre
89 Queensway, Admiralty
Hong Kong
info@icmagroup.org (general enquiries)
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