Becker Professional Education Expands Its Chartered Financial Analysts® Exam Review Program to Candidates in Indonesia and Malaysia

Becker Professional Education, a subsidiary of DeVry Inc. (NYSE: DV) and a global leader in professional education serving the accounting and finance professions, today announced an agreement with A.B. Maximus & Co., a training consultancy specializing in Chartered Financial Analyst^® (CFA^®) exam preparation classes and the exclusive provider of education and training to the CFA Malaysia and CFA Indonesia societies.

Under the agreement, Stalla by Becker Professional Education, Becker’s line of comprehensive CFA exam preparation products, will become the exclusive provider of online and self-study review courses and programs for candidate members of CFA Malaysia and CFA Indonesia. Both are member societies of the CFA Institute. The agreement further expands Becker’s international reach and reinforces its strong presence in the fast growing Asian CFA market.

"We’re proud to have been selected to serve this vital role for CFA candidates in Indonesia and Malaysia,” said Tom Vucinic, president of Becker Professional Education. "With more than 30 years of experience in helping candidates worldwide prepare to pass the CFA exams, we’re confident that we can make a significant impact by helping candidates achieve their exam and career goals.”

Echoing Vucinic’s commitment, Th’ng Beng Hooi, CFA, of A.B. Maximus said, "Stalla’s approach to the CFA examination is the most comprehensive and effective on the market today. It is a pleasure to partner with Stalla in this endeavor to serve the educational needs of finance professionals in our region.”

Jason Lee, CFA, immediate past president of CFA Malaysia notes, "We are proud to offer candidates the convenience and flexibility of Stalla’s live and self-study courses. We see it as a significant enhancement to our commitment to helping our future members advance professionally.”

Ricardo H.P. Silaen, CFA, program and public awareness chair of CFA Indonesia, said, "We chose Stalla because we believe their approach to exam preparation can be extremely helpful to our members who are pursuing the CFA designation, which we consider the most prestigious credential in the financial services industry.”

The CFA designation is recognized throughout the business world as the gold standard for investment management competency and professionalism. It is awarded to investment professionals who have successfully completed the CFA Program’s three rigorous exams and have also met stringent professional investment experience requirements. Stalla’s materials are created and constantly updated by CFA charterholders and subject matter experts. Every element of the Stalla approach to preparation is designed to help candidates prepare to pass the CFA exams.

About Becker Professional Education

Becker Professional Education, a subsidiary of DeVry Inc. (NYSE: DV), is a global leader in professional education serving the accounting, finance and project management professions. Nearly half a million professionals have advanced their careers through its CPA exam review, review for the CFA^® exams, PMP^® Exam Review and Continuing Professional Education offerings. Throughout its 50+ year history, the organization has earned a strong track record of student success through superior teaching, curriculum and learning tools that enable its students to develop the knowledge and performance skills necessary to stay ahead in an ever-changing business world. For more about Becker Professional Education, please visit www.becker.com.

About A.B. Maximus & Co.

AB Maximus & Co Pte Ltd was founded in 1996 as a training consultancy specializing in CFA preparatory classes. The company also offer continuing education and training for investment professionals and investor education in South East Asia and provides association management/secretariat services to industry organizations and selected non-profit societies. For more information, contact Chua I-Min, CFA, Chief Operating Officer at chua.imin@abmaximus.com or visit www.abmaximus.com.

About CFA Malaysia

Founded in 1996, CFA Malaysia (formerly Malaysia Society of Financial Analysts) is a not-for-profit organization supporting the professional development and advancement of CFA charterholders. The society provides member services including educational programs, sponsored events, employment postings, and networking opportunities. For more information contact Rolf Francisco, Secretariat Manager at info@cfamalaysia.org or visit www.cfamalaysia.org.

About CFA Indonesia

CFA Indonesia, a not-for-profit organization founded in 2002 to support the professional development and advancement of CFA charterholders. Its mission is to promote excellence, education, and integrity in the investment management profession. The society’s membership services include educational programs, sponsored events, and networking opportunities. For more information contact Rolf Francisco, Secretariat Manager at info@cfaindonesia.org or visit www.cfaindonesia.org.

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