This qualification is suitable for IT staff who are new to the financial services industry. It provides firms with a benchmark from which to assess an employee’s knowledge and competence and offers those engaged in IT a broader understanding of the information technology needs of a firm in this sector.

Candidates can choose to take the IT in Investment Operations qualification as a stand alone award. Alternatively, candidates can register for the Investment Administration Qualification (IAQ™) and choose the IT in Investment Operations as one of the 3 units that must be taken to complete the IAQ™.

source : CISI website