University of Jaffna joins CFA Institute University Affiliation Program

The CFA Institute University Affiliation Program Certificate of Recognition was presented to University of Jaffna Vice-Chancellor Prof. S. Srisatkunarajah by CFA Society Sri Lanka President Aruna Perera, CFA 

From left: Jaffna University Head – Department of Financial Management Prof. L. Kengatharan, Lecturer – Department of Financial Management G. Mithila, CFA Society Sri Lanka CEO Aruna Alwis, Director and Chair of the University Outreach Committee Nuwan Jayawardana President Aruna Perera, CFA, Jaffna University Vice-Chancellor Prof. S. Srisatkunarajah, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce Dean Prof. N. Kengatharan, Colombo University Prof. Shantharuby Buvanendra, former Head – Department of Financial Management Prof. R. Yogendrarajah,  and retired former Dean – Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce Prof. M. Nadarajasundaram 

The University of Jaffna has become the latest institution to be welcomed into the prestigious CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. 

The University’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Honours in Financial Management degree has been recognised for incorporating over 70% of the CFA Program curriculum, while also placing significant emphasis on the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct. This program is designed to position students for success in obtaining the globally respected Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) designation, widely acknowledged as the gold standard in investment credentials.

The inclusion of the University of Jaffna in the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program signals to prospective students, employers, and the broader financial community that the university’s curriculum is closely aligned with real-world professional practice and well-tailored to preparing students for the CFA Program exams. As part of this program, the University of Jaffna will be eligible for a limited number of CFA Program Student Scholarships each year, providing students with financial support as they work towards earning the CFA charter.

CFA Society Sri Lanka President Aruna Perera, CFA congratulated University of Jaffna on their accomplishment and commented that this significant achievement highlights the dedication of the faculty, and the quality of the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Honours in Financial Management degree offered by them.

“We are proud to have our Bachelor of Business Administration Honours in Financial Management degree recognised by the CFA Institute,” said Jaffna University Vice-Chancellor Prof. S. Srisatkunarajah. 

Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce Dean Prof. N. Kengatharan said: “This affiliation reflects our commitment to providing students with a strong foundation in finance, backed by a globally respected curriculum and ethical standards. Our students are now even better positioned to excel in their careers and contribute meaningfully to the global financial landscape.”

The University of Jaffna’s BBA Honours in Financial Management program offers a robust education that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to tackle the challenges of the global financial industry. This program is one of the most comprehensive in Sri Lanka, and its recognition by CFA Institute marks a significant milestone in the University’s mission to advance financial education in the region.