QLD Chapter | CFA Society Australia Finance & Investment Career Event 2026

Date: Thursday, 8 October 2026
Time: Careers event: 3:30pm – 6:00pm | CFA Institute Research Challenge Final: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Venue: voco Brisbane City Centre
Cost: $15 or free for CFA Society Australia members

Food and drinks will be served throughout the event.

We invite university students and CFA Program candidates to join us at the CFA Society Australia Finance & Investment Career Event in Brisbane. This event is designed to help you explore career opportunities, connect with leading employers and gain insights from experienced finance professionals.

Careers event: 3:30pm – 6:00pm

Discover the range of career opportunities available across the finance and investment industry. Meet professionals from leading super funds, fund managers, banks, accounting firms, stockbrokers, infrastructure managers and other organisations.

The careers event will feature two interactive panel discussions:

•  Career paths – hear about diverse roles across the finance and investment industry and the different pathways professionals have taken to build their careers. 
•  Career tips – practical advice on the skills and experiences that can help you stand out and prepare for your career. 

You’ll also have the chance to:

•  Connect directly with potential employers during dedicated networking time with our employer sponsors. 
•  Gain valuable insights into the finance and investment industry. 
•  Grow your professional network with peers and industry professionals. 

CFA Institute Research Challenge Final: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Stay on for the 2026/27 Queensland CFA Institute Research Challenge Final, where university teams will present their analysis of TechnologyOne Limited (ASX: TNE), including their valuation and investment recommendation, followed by Q&A with a panel of experienced finance professionals.

The winning Queensland team will progress to the next stage of the CFA Institute Research Challenge.