Contributing to society by leading the development of finance and investment professionals

The Securities Analysts Association of Japan (SAAJ), a “public interest incorporated association” founded in October 1962, is engaged in activities that promote the sound development of financial and capital markets, thereby contributing to a sustainable society. Its goals are summed up in its mission statement: "to educate the future professionals in the field of finance and investment with a broad perspective, deep knowledge, and strong analytical skills, who meet high ethical standards and maintain flexibility in responding to the changes in society".

At the core, there are more than 27,000 holders of the CMA (Certified Member Analyst of the Securities Analysts Association of Japan) designation who play active roles in various fields such as asset management, research, finance, investor relations, and sales, not only in financial service companies but also non-financial ones. The CMA Program has recently been fully reviewed and revised in light of changes in the market environment and the role of CMA holders, as well as a greater emphasis on professional ethics. This new revamped CMA Program was launched in June 2021.

In 2013, we launched the Private Banking (PB) Program to meet growing demand in the areas of wealth management and business succession. After nearly a decade, more than 2,000 PB qualification holders are providing services to support clients such as corporate owners in their asset preservation/succession, business succession, and estate planning needs.

Furthermore, we are engaged in advocacy activities in promoting the healthy development of financial and capital markets.

Looking back, I feel that my perspective as a CMA holder has been very helpful in building my career in the financial services industry. We will make further efforts to contribute to society by developing finance and investment professionals who respond to the changing needs of society. We hope for your continuing support of our activities.