Nurturing our Future Generation
Applications for the 2025 Mentorship Programme are now closed. Members who have at least 10 years of working experience are invited to sign up as a mentor.
Mentoring changes lives and improves the community. Register today to join us in shaping the thought leaders of tomorrow.
Why Join Us
WHY BECOME A MENTOR
Gain valuable leadership skills
Gain satisfaction from giving back to the investment community
Become a role model and shape the future generation of business leaders
Join an exciting community of mentors and mentees
Access coaching and leadership workshops
PREREQUISITES
MENTORSHIP REQUIREMENTS
Mentoring is a key leadership skill that distinctly contributes to full engagement and success in today’s investment world.
Be a fully paid member of CFA Society Singapore
NOTE: To be eligible for the programme, you must have a valid membership with CFA Society Singapore between 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025
Work in the investment, banking and/or financial services sector
CFA charterholder with at least 10 years of working experience
Have a passion for supporting and giving back to the younger members of the society
Have some experience as a mentor although we will provide guidance
HOW DOES IT WORK?
2025 PROGRAMME TIMELINE
January 2025
Registration opens
28 February 2025
Registration closes
March 2025
Pre-matching of Mentors and Mentees
Matching of nominated Mentors and Mentees
April 2025
Official Launch of 2025 CFA Singapore Society Mentorship Programme
April - October
1 to 1 Mentoring Sessions Begin
(Approximately 5 to 6 sessions)
March - October
Workshops for Mentors and Mentees
August 2025
Mid-Term Session
November 2025
Closing Ceremony
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits for participating as a mentor in the programme?
The CFA Society Singapore Mentorship Programme leverages mentor’s knowledge and experience thereby strengthening their soft skills. Mentors benefit by sharpening their coaching, listening, understanding of feedback and leadership skills.
Through the mentorship programme, a mentor is able to develop awareness and a better understanding of the younger generation and their challenges. Mentors are also able to tap into their mentees’ network.
Can I be a returning mentor?
The CFA Society Singapore Mentorship Programme relies on volunteers and returning mentors. In fact most of our current mentors have been active with the programme for many runs of the mentorship programme.
How many mentees am I expected to have?
As the CFA Society Singapore’s Mentorship Programme is a one-to-one mentorship relationship, each mentor is paired with one mentee. If the mentor has the capacity, they can choose to mentor up to two mentees.
What if I am unable to fulfill my commitment as a mentor, halfway into the programme?
The mentor is required to be available to the mentee at least once every month. Should unforeseen events occur that prevents him/her from fulfilling this commitment, he/she should inform the Society to find a substitute mentor.
How do I apply to be a mentor? What does it take? Do I need to have supervisory experience?
Interested parties can register their interest on the CFA Society Singapore website.
Mentors should possess at least 10 years of relevant experience in the banking and finance sector to qualify as a mentor. Mentors need not have supervisory experience, but it is good for mentors to have excellent communication skills, a desire to contribute to the future of the investment profession.
Time commitment is also important as mentors would have to set aside time to meet their mentees once a month for the duration of the programme.