Rachael Kennedy, an investigator in the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority’s Enforcement Division, has achieved a remarkable record equalling result in her exam.
She has achieved the joint-highest mark ever recorded in the International Certificate in Financial Services Regulation (ICFSR), scoring 97/100.
Her outstanding performance matches that of Kate Rogers from the Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC), who previously set the record.
“I am grateful for the support provided by the Authority through its professional development programme. It has been pivotal in helping me to achieve this success.”
Rachael Kennedy
Qualification
The ICFSR, awarded by The Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) and offered by the School of International Financial Services (SIFS), is a globally recognised qualification that provides regulatory professionals with a comprehensive understanding of financial services regulation.
Reflecting on her achievement, Rachael said: “I really enjoyed the International Certificate in Financial Services Regulation, which has provided me with a solid understanding of the principles of regulation.
“The course offers a good mix of practical case work and theory to help embed knowledge that I have since been able to apply in my role as a regulator.
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Bettina Roth, FSA CEO, added: “We are committed to providing professional development opportunities for all our staff. The courses run by the School of International Financial Services ensure our people gain the appropriate qualifications, knowledge, and skills to fulfil their regulatory duties in support of the island’s financial services sector.
“We were pleased to learn of Rachael’s exceptional performance in the ICFSR and look forward to supporting her continued development.”



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