DOWNERS
GROVE, Ill. - (Business Wire) Becker Professional Education, a
subsidiary of DeVry Inc. (NYSE: DV) and a global leader in professional
education serving the accounting and finance professions, today
announced an agreement with A.B. Maximus & Co., a training
consultancy specializing in Chartered Financial Analyst
® (CFA
®)
exam preparation classes and the exclusive provider of education and
training to the CFA Malaysia and CFA Indonesia societies.
Under the agreement, Stalla by Becker Professional Education, Becker’s
line of comprehensive CFA exam preparation products, will become the
exclusive provider of online and self-study review courses and programs
for candidate members of CFA Malaysia and CFA Indonesia. Both are
member societies of the CFA Institute. The agreement further expands
Becker’s international reach and reinforces its strong presence in the
fast growing Asian CFA market.
“We’re proud to have been selected to serve this vital role for CFA
candidates in Indonesia and Malaysia,” said Tom Vucinic, president of
Becker Professional Education. “With more than 30 years of experience
in helping candidates worldwide prepare to pass the CFA exams, we’re
confident that we can make a significant impact by helping candidates
achieve their exam and career goals.”
Echoing Vucinic’s commitment, Th’ng Beng Hooi, CFA, of A.B. Maximus
said, “Stalla’s approach to the CFA examination is the most
comprehensive and effective on the market today. It is a pleasure to
partner with Stalla in this endeavor to serve the educational needs of
finance professionals in our region.”
Jason Lee, CFA, immediate past president of CFA Malaysia notes, “We are
proud to offer candidates the convenience and flexibility of Stalla’s
live and self-study courses. We see it as a significant enhancement to
our commitment to helping our future members advance professionally.”
Ricardo H.P. Silaen, CFA, program and public awareness chair of CFA
Indonesia, said, “We chose Stalla because we believe their approach to
exam preparation can be extremely helpful to our members who are
pursuing the CFA designation, which we consider the most prestigious
credential in the financial services industry.”
The CFA designation is recognized throughout the business world as the
gold standard for investment management competency and professionalism.
It is awarded to investment professionals who have successfully
completed the CFA Program’s three rigorous exams and have also met
stringent professional investment experience requirements. Stalla’s
materials are created and constantly updated by CFA charterholders and
subject matter experts. Every element of the Stalla approach to
preparation is designed to help candidates prepare to pass the CFA
exams.
About Becker Professional Education
Becker Professional Education, a subsidiary of DeVry Inc. (NYSE: DV),
is a global leader in professional education serving the accounting,
finance and project management professions. Nearly half a million
professionals have advanced their careers through its CPA exam review,
review for the CFA® exams, PMP® Exam Review and
Continuing Professional Education offerings. Throughout its 50+ year
history, the organization has earned a strong track record of student
success through superior teaching, curriculum and learning tools that
enable its students to develop the knowledge and performance skills
necessary to stay ahead in an ever-changing business world. For more
about Becker Professional Education, please visit www.becker.com.
About A.B. Maximus & Co.
AB Maximus & Co Pte Ltd was founded in 1996 as a training
consultancy specializing in CFA preparatory classes. The company also
offer continuing education and training for investment professionals
and investor education in South East Asia and provides association
management/secretariat services to industry organizations and selected
non-profit societies. For more information, contact Chua I-Min, CFA,
Chief Operating Officer at chua.imin@abmaximus.com or visit www.abmaximus.com.
About CFA Malaysia
Founded in 1996, CFA Malaysia (formerly Malaysia Society of Financial
Analysts) is a not-for-profit organization supporting the professional
development and advancement of CFA charterholders. The society provides
member services including educational programs, sponsored events,
employment postings, and networking opportunities. For more information
contact Rolf Francisco, Secretariat Manager at info@cfamalaysia.org or visit www.cfamalaysia.org.
About CFA Indonesia
CFA Indonesia, a not-for-profit organization founded in 2002 to support
the professional development and advancement of CFA charterholders. Its
mission is to promote excellence, education, and integrity in the
investment management profession. The society’s membership services
include educational programs, sponsored events, and networking
opportunities. For more information contact Rolf Francisco, Secretariat
Manager at info@cfaindonesia.org or visit www.cfaindonesia.org.
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Disclaimer: CFA Institute does not endorse, promote, or warrant the
accuracy or quality of the products or services offered by Stalla. CFA
Institute, CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are trademarks owned by CFA Institute.
©2009 DeVry Becker Educational Development Corp. All rights reserved.
A.B. Maximus Contact:
Chua I-Min, CFA
Chief Operating Officer, AB Maximus & Co Pte Ltd
chua.imin@abmaximus.com
Stalla by Becker Professional Education Contact:
Steven Chou
Director of International Business Operations, Becker Professional Education
+1-630-574-1957
schou@becker.com
