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"Do not put off for tomorrow what you can do today, because you are not guaranteed a tomorrow"
A Trust Relationship Officer at Standard Executors and Trustees, a division of Standard Bank. I have been a member of the IOB for 17 years; the IOB helped me get along with my personal learning and development in order to specialise in my field of Estates and Trust Administration
The CAIB (SA) is a highly recognised designation in the Banking / Financial Sector. If you are a proud "banker" you will have many opportunities with the IOB to help you specialise and become more marketable to widen your horizon.
"Achievement is the core of happiness, in whatever subject or whatever plane. Achievement requires effort and effort requires encouragement."
Relationship Manager with First National Bank and a compulsive learner with an insatiable appetite for knowledge.
CAIB (SA) provides unique opportunities to integrate academic learning with real work experience that facilitates deep learning. It is the best way to fast track your career while learning the skills necessary to carry out your duties in a professional manner, preparing you for ‘the real business world
"It always seems impossible until it is done: Nelson Mandela"
ABSA Personal Loans
Having my CAIB (SA) designation carries weight in my CV. I have always strived to achieve my best and you must do things that will make you succeed in your career. I appreciate my IOB team who have always been there for me, whenever I have needed them.
"Anything is possible"

An energetic ant from Nedbank and IOB President's Cup Winner

It is exciting to be part of the financial services family, it simply sharpens your path of life.

"If you want it badly enough, you can get it"

ABSA Retail Bank Human Resources and a fun loving individual, who respects other people's opinions and values.
A CAIB (SA) gives you an edge in understanding the financial services industry. It gives you an opportunity of an exciting career, irrespective of what field of work you undertake.
 
IOB Talk February 2010
 

We appologise for the incorrect items in the February issue of IOB Talk:

Training in support of FSB regulatory examinations
During 2010 the FSB will conduct the first Regulatory Examinations (RE) in terms of the Fit and Proper regulations of the FAIS Act. All financial services providers, representatives and key persons are impacted by these examinations.
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Why use a financial planner?
It is often the case that those who are involved in the day to day management of the money matters of others are the same people who neglect their own financial affairs.
Esther Venter (CFP®) is the Senior Director: Faculties at the Milpark Business School
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To view the updated IOB Talk February 2010 click here

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IOB / UNISA formal qualification 2010
 
The IOB / UNISA 2010 First Semester registrations are now closed.
 
 
The IOB launches Leselo Examination Body
The FAIS Fit & Proper requirement for the completion of Regulatory exams as part of the competence requirements is a reality and the first deadline for the completion of RE 1 exams is already on the horizon!

The IOB is committed to assisting you to become compliant, and to this end has created Leselo, the Examination Body. Leselo will offer a range of regulatory examinations to key individuals and representatives in the financial services sector Read more
 
Newsflash
 

Updated SAQA Qualification ID Numbers

The IOB has received the updated SAQA Qualification ID numbers for all the IOB Advanced Diplomas and the Diploma: Financial Planning

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FAIS Fit and Proper, in plain language
 
The IOB is pleased to give our members' access to the Plain Language Guides as created and published by the FSB.
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The Debt Counsellor Training Programme
 
This 5 day training intervention will equip the learner with knowledge and skills required to perform the Debt Counsellors role and duties and allowing registration with the National Credit Regulator as a Debt Counsellor.

Book early to avoid disappointment.

08 – 12 March 2010 (JHB)
22 – 26 March 2010 (Cape Town)
12 – 16 April 2010 (KZN)
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SA nuclear plan needs rethink
Amid a looming energy crisis, South Africa needs a major rethink on its nuclear future - and fast, says an energy expert. Read more
Homes: Now's the time to buy
Home buyers are back on the streets scouting for homes as residential property prices bottom out, say industry players. Read more
KWV pumps profits
Paarl-based liquor group KWV Holdings has delivered a spirited interim performance. Read more
LibInt demerger 'futile'
Liberty International says its demerger strategy is not being pursued to make it more attractive to suitors, but analysts argue the move will be of little value otherwise. Read more
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