Investments & Wealth Institute's Defining the Future of Wealth Management Study Reveals Challenges and Opportunities for the Profession

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Feb 05, 2020, 07:20 ET


DENVER (PRWEB) February 05, 2020 -- The wealth management profession is transforming at a rapid pace. Regulations, competition from new business models, and advances in technology are driving the way we do business and expeditiously changing the delivery of advice to meet client expectations. The research released today by the Investments & Wealth Institute finds the future of wealth management to be bright.

The composite study “Defining the Future of Wealth Management 2020,” references client research, advisor research and highlights trends discussed by a roundtable of senior industry executives. The research provides compelling evidence that those who thrive in the advisory profession have earned advanced professional designations—they experience (1) high client retention, loyalty and engagement, (2) enhanced team performance on a variety of metrics, (3) accelerated growth in the client base, and (4) have greater job satisfaction.

The research findings are based on a series of studies conducted by the Institute throughout 2018 and 2019:

  • “Investment Advisor Job Analysis Study,” conducted by Human Resources Research Organization™ (HumRRO) in partnership with the Investments & Wealth Institute, describes the process and outcomes of a job analysis of the investment advisor/investment consultant profession released in 2018.
  • “Private Wealth Advisor Job Analysis Study,” conducted by Human Resources Research Organization™ (HumRRO) in partnership with the Investments & Wealth Institute, describes the process and outcomes of a job analysis of the wealth management profession conducted in 2019.
  • “Investor Expectations and Satisfaction,” conducted by AbsoluteEngagement.com in partnership with the Investments & Wealth Institute, 2019.
  • “Future of Wealth Management,” Investments & Wealth Institute Advisory Council conducted a round-table in November 2019, comprised of the Institute’s Board of Directors and 15 senior industry executives from various firms representing the investment and wealth management industry sector.

New Wealth Management Capabilities Matrix

In conjunction, the Institute also released a new Wealth Management Capabilities Matrix, a concrete model for success within the wealth management space. This Body of Knowledge is based upon a Job Task Analysis (JTA) study completed by the Institute in 2019.

The study outlined what advanced private wealth advisors should know and do, and organized these knowledge and skills into four domains:

  • 1. Human Dynamics: Analyze the ethical, behavioral, and family dynamics associated with delivering private wealth advice.
  • 2. Wealth Management Technical Design: Implement wealth management techniques by understanding complex tax strategies, applying sophisticated portfolio management, asset protection and risk management knowledge.
  • 3. Legacy Issues: Understand and apply charitable planning, estate planning, and issues surrounding intergenerational wealth transfer.
  • 4. Specialty Client Services: Implement advanced financial planning solutions for executives, owners of closely held businesses, and clients facing retirement.

These findings updated and enhanced the knowledge competencies and certification requirements for the Institute’s Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) certification to meet the future needs of private wealth management professionals.

“As the premier professional development and certification provider, we at the Institute understand that the delivery of advice by knowledgeable professionals is tied inextricably to an evolving body of knowledge,” said Sean R. Walters, CAE, chief executive officer, Investments & Wealth Institute. “The Institute is the nerve center for tackling these challenges, delivering sound advice and creating the future of wealth management. This is why we are excited to release the “Defining the Future of Wealth Management” Study. Our research over the last two years shows a bright future for professionals who continuously expand their skills and competencies in our rapidly evolving industry.”

For Information:
For additional information, contact Devon Coquillard, communications manager, [email protected] or (303) 850-3202.

About the Investments & Wealth Institute®
Established in 1985, the Investments & Wealth Institute, is a professional association, advanced education provider, and standards body for financial advisors, investment consultants, financial planners, and wealth managers who embrace excellence and ethics.

Investments & Wealth Institute administers three certifications, Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®), and Retirement Management Advisor® (RMA®). Through its publications, live events, online courses, assessment-based certificate programs, and advanced certifications, the Institute delivers premier-quality, practical education to advanced practitioners in more than 39 countries.

Devon Coquillard, Investments & Wealth Institute, http://www.investmentsandwealth.org, 3038503202, [email protected]