Asset Management Culture
Who Works Where?
Data from the CFA Institute and CAIA show where holders of their credentials work or seek to work across the investment universe and around the world.
Reported by CIO Staff
CIO reached out to the CFA Institute and CAIA for information on the kinds of candidates seeking their professional qualifications and what kinds of jobs their credential holders take and aspire to.
This information can help CIOs meet the challenges of staff recruitment and retention in changing and volatile markets.
Desired Next Job of CFA Charter Holders by Title
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Source: CFA Institute survey
Titles of CAIA Holders Worldwide
| Global | AMRS | APAC | EMEA |
| Portfolio Manager | Portfolio Manager | Director | Portfolio Manager |
| Director | Managing Director | Portfolio Manager | Director |
| Managing Director | Director | Vice President | Managing Director |
| Vice President | Vice President | Managing Director | Analyst |
| Analyst | CIO | Associate | Investment Manager |
| Associate | Partner | Analyst | Associate |
| Partner | Principal | Manager | CEO |
| CIO | Associate | Executive Director | Sr. Portfolio Manager |
| Executive Director | Analyst | Sr. Manager | Executive Director |
| CEO | Sr. Vice President | Investment Analyst | Vice President |
Source: CAIA Association data through June 23, 2025.
