Membership Benefits
Setting the Standard. Shaping the Future.
Join a community united by experience, shared standards and expertise, carried forward by people who believe the future of the profession deserves more than maintaining the status quo. For decades, the South African Institute of Stockbrokers (SAIS) has brought professionals together to raise standards, champion excellence and shape the future of South African financial markets.
Strengthening the Profession, Together
For decades, SAIS has brought financial market professionals together to strengthen the industry through shared expertise. A place where careers grow, knowledge is shared and the future of the profession is shaped collectively rather than individually. Working alongside regulators, government and industry, SAIS helps ensure the profession has a trusted voice, one that continues to build confidence, influence progress and shape South African financial markets for generations to come.
Thought Leadership
As a Thought Leader and influencer in the Financial Markets space, based on its expertise and perspectives and those of the industry, the SAIS is able to provide a unique perspective and guidance on matters of importance to the profession. This is effected by working closely with our Industry Fora and participating in the various committees of which we are a member, such as the FSCA Competency Forum. The SAIS regularly provides comments on draft legislation and interacts with Industry, Exchanges, Regulators and Legislators. These comments are available to our members.
Join the Profession
Every professional journey is different, but no one shapes the future alone. Whether you're taking your first step into the industry, building your expertise or representing an organisation, SAIS membership connects you to a profession united by shared purpose. It gives you professional recognition, supports career advancement and strengthens the collective voice shaping the future of South Africa's financial markets.
In order to become a Certified Stockbroker Affiliate and hold the designation CSb(SA)-Affiliate all of the Professional Stockbroker Exams must be completed. Affiliate is used for individuals that complete the theoretical part of the qualification but who have not yet met the relevant, prescribed practical work experience requirements. Peruse the requirements in our Education Policy.
There are a number of entry routes to the Professional Stockbroker Examinations. Exemptions are also available for some of the examinations. These are detailed in the SAIS' Education Policy
Both Affiliate and Associate members receive the full range of SAIS benefits and are held to the same requirements:
In order to become a Certified Stockbroker Associate and hold the designation CSb(SA)-Associate all of the Professional Stockbroker Exams and practical experience in the financial markets is required. Peruse the requirements in our Education Policy.
There are a number of entry routes to the Professional Stockbroker Examinations. Exemptions are also available for some of the examinations. These are detailed in the SAIS' Education Policy
Associate is used for individuals that complete the theoretical part of the qualification and have the prescribed practical work experience requirements.
Both Affiliate and Associate members receive the full range of SAIS benefits and are held to the same requirements:
Once the Occupational Certificate: Financial Markets Practitioner has been obtained, successful candidates are eligible to apply for the designation CFMP(SA)-Certified Financial Markets Professional (SA), awarded by the SAIS.
Members receive the full range of SAIS benefits and are held to the same requirements:
Candidate Stockbroker Membership: relates to a member who is registered with the SAIS to write examinations that will lead to a designation.
Candidates receive the full range of SAIS benefits and are held to the same requirements:
