CISI – level 2 certification

Global Securities Operations (GSO)

Operate on a Global Scale in Financial Markets

Master the world of post-trade operations, compliance, and financial infrastructure with CISI’s GSO certification.

IISI Certification

Course Overview

The Global Securities Operationscertification, awarded by the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI – UK), is a globally respected qualification for learners seeking expertise in the post-trade and operational domain of capital markets.

At Kairos Edutech,one of the top CISI Accredited Training Partners (ATP) in the region, we deliver this course through industry-trained professionals with real-world experience in settlements, reconciliations, corporate actions, derivatives, and risk frameworks. It is ideal for learners pursuing careers in investment operations, fund administration, or trade lifecycle roles.

Who Should Enroll?

Ideal for learners building or advancing their finance careers

Undergraduates

Final-year undergraduate students or MBA candidates specializing in finance

Institutions

Colleges/Universities looking to offer industry-aligned finance specialization

Corporates

Corporate L&D teams upskilling new hires for operations and compliance roles

Professionals

Professionals transitioning into middle/back-office roles in banking or fund management

What Students Gain

Course Modules – Global Securities Operations (GSO)

Below is a structured overview of the GSO curriculum and what each module covers.

Module No. Title Description
1 Securities & Investments Overview Trade lifecycle, asset classes, financial intermediaries.
2 Settlement & Clearing Domestic and international settlement systems, SWIFT, CCPs
3 Custody & Safekeeping Custodian roles, CSDs, safekeeping & asset servicing.
4 Corporate Actions & Income Types of actions, key dates, income events.
5 Derivatives Operations Exchange-traded & OTC, margining, collateral.
6 Reconciliations & Controls Break resolution, controls, compliance checks.
7 Regulatory & Risk Environment Global regulations, operational risk, ethics & conduct.

Course Outcomes

Online learning session

By the end of this course, learners will:

Demonstrate a clear understanding of post-trade processes.

Become placement-ready for middle/back-office roles in capital markets.

Be eligible to pursue advanced CISI certifications like Derivatives, Operations Risk, or Fund Management.

Stand out in interviews with job-ready practical knowledge.

Receive a globally recognized certificate from CISI, UK.

Looking to offer this course at your institution or train your workforce?

Kairos Edutech is open to customizing the course structure to meet institutional needs. Whether it's a summer program, elective module, or L&D pathway, we design delivery to fit your schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. While prior knowledge is helpful, we begin with foundational concepts before advancing.

Trade support, fund administration, settlements, compliance, and KYC/AML roles.

Yes. Many of our university partners embed it into BBA/MBA/PGDM curricula as a credit course or value-add elective.

At Kairos, we don’t just deliver programs — we guide journeys. Partner with us to uplift learners through industry-relevant, globally recognized certifications and workshops.

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