FSSC launches third strand of exam review process

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People dealing in securities and derivatives will be the focus of the third major consultation on appropriate examinations announced by the Financial Services Skills Council.

A copy of the draft consultation document will be available as of 19 September from the FSSC, with the consultation period set to run to 19 December this year, targeting February 2006 for publication of final appropriate examination standards. The consultation will seek comment from across the industry, but particularly those firms with advising and dealing functions in securities and derivatives. One finalised, the standards will set the bar for the knowledge required by those engaged in controlled functions in the areas specified. The Council says it wants to hear from advisers to e...

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