IBF Vision

The Asian standard of excellence for practitioners in finance.

IBF Mission

To empower practitioners with capabilities for a robust Asian financial industry.

IBF - Empowering Capabilities for the Financial Industry

The Institute of Banking and Finance Singapore (IBF) was established in 1974 as a not-for-profit industry association to foster and develop the professional competencies of the financial sector. IBF represents the interests of close to 200 member financial institutions, covering banks, insurance companies, securities brokerages and asset management firms.

From its early days of offering banking diplomas to Singapore bankers, through to the administering of licensing examinations, IBF has worked with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the financial industry to promote continuous learning and the highest standards of workforce competency.

In partnership with the financial industry and training providers, IBF is now dedicated to empowering practitioners with capabilities to support the growth of the Asian financial industry and to promote the Asian standard of excellence for practitioners in finance.

Besides enhancing professional excellence, IBF organises networking events to promote industry best practices and facilitate discussion on industry trends and developments. IBF also administers training grant schemes offered by the Financial Sector Development Fund (FSDF).

IBF is a member of the Asia Pacific Association of Banking Institutes (APABI).

IBF. The Asian Standard of Excellence for Practitioners in Finance.