Back and Middle Office Functions
The ACI Operations Certificate is an internationally recognized qualification that focuses on the back and middle office functions essential to financial markets. It equips professionals with the skills to ensure smooth settlement, risk control, and compliance in treasury operations.
The syllabus is structured to cover five main areas:
- Financial Markets & Instruments
- Overview of FX, money markets, derivatives, and commodities
- Understanding the instruments handled in operations
- Operations & Settlement Processes
- Trade lifecycle management
- Clearing, settlement, and reconciliation procedures
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Operational risk controls
- Regulatory frameworks and ethical standards
- Treasury Operations Role
- Supporting front office activities
- Ensuring timely and accurate fund flows and documentation
- Basic Financial Calculations
- Interest, yield, and pricing fundamentals
- Calculations relevant to settlement and product control
