INVESTMENT ADVISOR (PART QUALIFICATION)
This programme offers a comprehensive introduction to the dynamic and highly regulated field of investment advisory services. It is designed to equip aspiring investment advisors with the foundational knowledge, practical skills, and ethical grounding required to provide sound financial guidance. Participants will gain an overview of the investment advisory industry, including its structure, key players, and evolving trends. The module covers regulatory requirements governing the provision of advice on insurance and investment products, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards. Learners will explore the fundamentals of investments, including asset classes, risk-return principles, and portfolio diversification. Emphasis is placed on the principles of providing client-centred investment advice, supported by the ability to research, analyse, and conduct due diligence on a wide range of investment opportunities. Participants will also learn how to advise clients, facilitate the implementation of agreed investment decisions, and engage in ongoing advisory processes over a six-month period, simulating real-world client relationship management. This programme lays the groundwork for a successful and ethical career in investment advisory.
QUALIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS
• SAQA ID: 105026
• NQF Level: 6
• Credits: 237
• Duration: 12 months
• Accreditation Body: Quality Council for Trade and Occupations
NQF Level 4 qualification with Communication.
OCCUPATION FUNCTION
To advise clients regarding investments in order to create, grow and
protect wealth.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The programme is divided into three modules:
• An overview of the investment advisory industry and regulations
• Fundamentals of investments
• Principles of providing investment advice to clients
The programme consists of:
• Facilitator-led online knowledge modules
• Facilitator-led online practical modules
• Workplace based learning modules
(40 compulsory workplace-based days)
QUALIFICATION ARTICULATION
• Occupational Certificate: Financial Advisor, NQF level 6, Credits 515