As capital markets continue to evolve, disclosure requirements and expectations of listed entities also grow, and investor relations has shifted from that of a compliance and communications role to a more highly accountable strategic advisor and conduit between the company and the market. The increasing importance now being placed on this role and industry professionals necessitates the need for enhanced ethical and professional standards.
AIRA’s CIRO program seeks to support and recognise higher-level performance and the greater demands being placed on industry professionals through a specific program and a commitment to audited Continuing Professional Development.
The intent of the certification is to enhance the standing of senior practitioners and build confidence amongst C-Suite, Board and capital markets stakeholders in the role and individuals holding the CIRO designation.
Certification should provide:
On completion of the CIRO program, certification holders will be able to:
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AIRA will apply and be guided by the following policy principles in the ongoing operation of the Certification Program to ensure that it is:
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* Application fee is applicable to those applying under the grandfathering provisions and self-nomination. ** 3 x Online Learning Modules are a study-based requirement to complete this program. There is no requirement for individuals who have completed the modules ahead of enrolling into the program to undertake them a second time.
Online applications can be lodged by those not eligible to join under the grandfathering provision for senior investor relations professionals, on the basis that you meet the eligibility criteria.