COFA/DOFA (Certificate and Diploma in Offshore Finance and Administration)
The ICSA Certificate and Diploma in Offshore Finance and Administration attract candidates across many offshore centres, including Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Man, Mauritius, Gibraltar and several Caribbean jurisdictions. These stand-alone qualifications have been created to provide a unique and highly relevant training opportunity specifically for those employed in the offshore finance sector. They are recognised within the different jurisdictions as appropriate qualifications for those working in the offshore sector.
Certificate in Offshore Finance and Administration
The certificate provides an introduction to the offshore finance sector. It includes analysis of the general offshore environment and introductory modules on trusts and investment. There are no formal entry requirements, although you should be in a relevant occupation.
On successful completion, you are able to use the designatory letters Cert.ICSA (Offshore Finance and Administration) after your name. You can then continue to study for the Diploma in Offshore Finance and Administration, the second stage towards full membership of ICSA.
There are four modules for the Certificate:
- Offshore Business Environment
- Accounting Fundamentals
- Trust and Company Principles
- Investment
Diploma in Offshore Finance and Administration
The diploma builds upon the under-pinning principles of the ICSA Certificate. It is aimed at those with experience of the offshore industry, for example administrators in junior supervisory roles, who wish to develop their knowledge further.
It is open to those who have successfully completed the ICSA Certificate in Offshore Finance and Administration or have gained an appropriate exemption. On successful completion, you are able to use the designatory letters Dip.ICSA (Offshore Finance and Administration) after your name. You can then continue your studies on the ICSA qualifying scheme and pursue full status of Chartered Secretary.
The four modules for the diploma are:
- Offshore Trust and Companies Administration
- Business Management in Practice
- Governance and Reporting
- Portfolio Management
To Apply
To begin study and enter the exams, please register with us as a student by printing and filling out the forms below. Please first read the terms and conditions, regulation and guidance for students. Please ensure that you complete the student registration form. You also need to complete an exam entry form for each module you are planning to take at the next exam session.
If you have any questions please contact our student support team on +44 (0) 207 580 4741 or via email at studentsupport@icsaglobal.com