
As the certification body awarding the AFP Certification in Hong Kong and Macau, the IFPHK requires all AFP certificants to satisfy the rigorous certification requirements, including Education, Examination, Experience and Ethics. These are the "4E" standards and they indicate that financial planners are committed to providing competent and ethical financial planning services to clients. The "4E" standards assure the public that they will receive objective financial planning advice from AFP certificants who will help them meet their life goals.
After meeting the "4E" requirements for AFP Certification, Candidates are eligible to apply for AFP Certification with the IFPHK. Once application has been approved Candidates will officially become AFP certificants, and will be granted the right to use the AFP trademarks including AFP®, ASSOCIATE FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and in accordance with the guidelines established by the IFPHK. AFP certificants' names will be added to the IFPHK’s database for members of the public to verify their professional status.
Website of Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong: https://www.ifphk.org/
The American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI), established in 1953, is a nonprofit educational foundation. Its mission is to support AHLA by becoming the preferred provider to the lodging industry, hospitality schools, and related hospitality industries by developing and providing quality resources to train, educate, and certify hospitality professionals. More details can be found at
www.ahlei.org
The Bordeaux Wine School was founded by Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux (CIVB) in 1989, aiming at promoting the viticulture, winemaking, and the diverse range of Bordeaux wines to anyone who are interested in Bordeaux Wine. Their classes are suited to all levels and backgrounds. To discover more, please visit:
https://www.ecoleduvindebordeaux.com

FERRANDI Paris was founded in 1920 by the Paris Ile-de-France Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It is one of Europe's top culinary and hospitality management training institutions, dedicated to educating the finest French cuisine chefs, pastry chefs, bakers, restaurant and hotel managers, as well as entrepreneurs in the gastronomy industry. FERRANDI Paris boasts an exceptional faculty, state-of-the-art campuses, and a powerful alumni network, attracting students from all over the world. The school is not only committed to passing on the art of French gastronomy, culinary arts, and hospitality management while fostering leadership and innovation to build a solid foundation for students' career success, but it also establishes strategic partnerships with globally renowned companies to provide students with internship and career development opportunities. Bringing together gastronomy, management, art, science, technology, and innovation, FERRANDI Paris serves as a space for discovery, inspiration, and exchange, standing as a true bearer of French culinary and hospitality heritage. More details can be found at:
https://www.ferrandi-paris.com/
The International Bartenders Association (I.B.A.) was founded in 1951 with the aim to set up an international organization to represent the best bartenders in the world. Their main objectives are
- To make available the opportunity for the exchange of news, view, proposals and ideas between Guild Members to encourage a high standard of competence and conduct for the benefit and advancement of the profession of Bartending
- To promote a close relationship and liaison between the Guild Members and the kindred industry throughout the world
- To organize and promote International Mixed Drink Competitions
- To promote educational facilities for the bartenders of the I.B.A.
More information can be found at https://
www.iba-world.com
International Personal Trainers and Fitness Academy (IPTFA) was established in Singapore in 1959 and founded in Hong Kong since 2003. It is a leading personal trainers and fitness academy in Asia. It cooperates jointly with many worldwide organizations in developing Personal Fitness Trainer recognition system. IPTFA provides professional physical training to those who are interested to develop their career in the personal trainers. The graduates could acquire international recognized certificate of personal trainers. For more information, please visit:
www.iptfa.com
Italian Wine Essentials (IWE) introduces you to 39 of the most well-known, divided into three vibrant modules—Wines of Northern Italy, Central Italy and Southern Italy.
Each module highlights the viticultural and vinification techniques behind the most important Italian ‘need to know’ wine styles.
Each wine is presented within a regional and cultural context while landmarks and traditional cuisine are highlighted to complete the curriculum.
Italian Wine Essentials (IWE) is more than an introductory course; it's a prelude to a lifelong romance with Italian wines, a launchpad to the internationally revered Italian Wine Scholar® Certification Program, vibrant WSG Member Community and the first step towards wine mastery!
To discover more, please visit: https://www.winescholarguild.com/certifications/essentials-programs/italian-wine-essentials
Le Cordon Bleu is a world renowned network of educational institutions dedicated to providing the highest level of culinary and hospitality instruction through world class programs. It is considered to be the guardian of French culinary technique. More details can be found at https://
www.cordonbleu.edu
The ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification is a certification which meets the needs of today's diverse industry. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-Conference for Food Protection (CFP), the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification is internationally recognized. To date, more than 3 million ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certifications have been awarded. More details can be found at https://
www.servsafe.com
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) is a membership-based association built on foundations of openness, inclusivity, and the power of shared knowledge. From coffee farmers to baristas and roasters, our membership spans the globe, encompassing every element of the coffee value chain. SCA acts as a unifying force within the specialty coffee industry and works to make coffee better by raising standards worldwide through a collaborative and progressive approach. Dedicated to building an industry that is fair and sustainable, SCA draws on years of insights and inspiration from the specialty coffee community. For more details, please go to:
https://sca.coffee/
In order to disseminate the culture of the wines and vinegars produced in the region of Jerez, and thereby enhance the visibility and prestige of the wine culture at an international level, the Regulatory Council (Consejos Reguladores del Marco de Jerez) established the Sherry Academy as a cultural and educational project. The Sherry Academy develops training programmes at various different levels which are held at both the head offices and a number of other venues in Spain and abroad. For more information, please visit:
https://www.sherry.wine/
For many decades, ETS has been a global leader in English-language assessment, developing the TOEIC tests specifically to measure workplace language proficiency. Today, TOEIC is trusted by more than 10,000 organizations—including corporations, government agencies and educational institutions—across 120 countries. For over 30 years, these institutions have relied on TOEIC scores to evaluate candidates, foster international communication and maintain a competitive edge in the global market. Whether for personal career development or organizational growth, TOEIC remains the industry benchmark. To explore test formats and registration details, please visit
https://www.ets.org/toeic.html.
Developed and Administered by the ETS, TOEFL iBT® test is the world's premier English language test for study, work and immigration. It is an internet-based test that uses integrated questions to measure the four language skills: Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing. The test emphasises integrated skills and measures academic English skills the way they are actually used in the classroom. Therefore, the TOEFL iBT test is better where it matters, for the academic English demands of a university where students need to succeed.
Founded in 1997, ViniPortugal is an inter-professional association that promotes the image of Portugal as a wine producing country of excellence, valuing the brand "Wines of Portugal" and contributing to a sustained growth of the volume and average price of Portuguese wines as well as their diversity. More details can be found at: https://
www.viniportugal.pt
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) is the largest global provider of wine, spirits and sake qualifications. Trusted by the world’s most recognised drinks organisations, WSET has led the design and delivery of wine and spirit education for five decades. With four progressive levels of study offered through a network of course providers in more than 70 countries and translated into multiple languages, WSET qualifications inspire and empower drinks professionals and enthusiasts. More details can be found at:
https://www.wsetglobal.com/
The Switzerland Visual Arts Certificate SMS Schweizer Malschule is an art school located in Bern, the capital of Switzerland. The school was founded in 1974 and initially operated as an art travel agency, primarily organizing art exchange tours with Cuba and various art groups across Europe. After years of development, it has become a well-known art school in the local area. The Swiss Painting School places great emphasis on training students' painting skills. In addition to basic art courses, it also organizes advanced courses conducted by numerous artists from around the world. Each year, thirty-five art teachers provide over one hundred art courses to more than six hundred students. More details can be found at:
www.schweizermalschule.ch
Académie Supérieure d’Art Floral de France is an international academic institution specializing in floral arts, with a core focus on the academic framework, teaching standards, and evaluation system of French floral art. It has long been dedicated to promoting the systematic teaching and professional development of French floral art within higher education systems. Through a clear institutional framework, standardized academic language, and consistent assessment principles, the academy supports higher education institutions in integrating internationally recognized French floral art teaching content into their existing curricula, providing a stable and expandable academic reference for the long-term development of related programs. More details can be found at:
www.asaf-france.com