​​Members of CFA Society Netherlands have made agreements with each other about how they want their professional association and educational institutes to operate. This is laid down in the articles of association, the internal regulations and various other regulations and policy documents.

In addition, members agree to adhere to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct​ as set forth by CFA Institute.

 

The articles form the foundation of the association. These articles contain provisions on essential subjects such as the purpose of the association, the board and its powers, the membership, the management and the decision-making processes within the association. Deed of amendment to the articles which supplement the articles of the association.

 

The articles of Stichting VBA Opleidingsinstituut Morreau form the basis of this foundation. The articles contain important provisions about, among others things, the purpose of the foundation, the board, the decision-making processes and the representation.

 

In the rules of procedure of the association some provisions from the articles of association are further outlined or detailed. The rules of procedure include provisions regarding the membership fee, the committees, continuing education and the use of designations and brands.

 

Conflict of Interest Policy
The Conflict of Interest Policy defines what a conflict of interest is and how and by whom it is assessed and, if necessary, acted upon.

 

A financial committee is appointed in accordance with the articles of association. This financial committee checks the annual accounts and the accountability of the management board and reports to the general meeting on its findings. The financial committee regulations specify the task, working method and authority of the financial committee.

 

A complaints committee is appointed in accordance with the articles of association. The complaints committee is responsible to advise or in specific cases overrule the decisions of the board.

The board and the general meeting lay down rules in this regulation about the duties, powers, composition and working method of the complaints committee.

 

Whistleblower Policy
The purpose of the Whistleblower Policy of CFA Society Netherlands is 1) to encourage and support staff and volunteers in reporting credible information regarding illegal practices or serious violations of Society policies; 2) to ensure protection from retaliation for those who come forward, and 3) to outline the appropriate channels for submitting such information.

The whistleblower policy of CFA Society Netherlands applies to employees, board members, committee members, other volunteers of the Society, and any other person acting on behalf of the Society.

The RBA and RMFI collective brand rules and the CIOP certification brand rules regulate the use and supervision of respectively the collective RBA and RMFI service marks and the certification mark CIOP of CFA Society Netherlands.

 

The board has appointed an executive director on the basis of the articles of association. The management regulations​ specify how the tasks, powers and responsibilities are divided between the board and the management of the association. The management regulations apply to both the association and the foundations. The payment protocol guarantees transparency and due care in invoicing and payments.