Next Gen & Career Changers
Quad-A’s Next Gen Development is your launchpad into financial services and wealth management. We connect students and career changers with internships, entry-level roles, scholarships, and free learning resources—plus real mentorship and networking with industry leaders.
Our mission is simple: equip you with the skills, coaching, and community to pass key milestones (like the SIE), land opportunities, and build a career in advisory and wealth.
Cultivating the Next Generation of Financial Leaders
About the Quad- A SIE Program- Read Before You Apply
Program Expectations
To ensure a successful experience, all participants are required to:
- Dedicate at least 5 hours per week to study and preparation
- Complete all assigned coursework, quizzes, and mock exams
- Attend all mandatory virtual cohort meetings and check-ins, including:
- Kickoff Call – January 12, 2026 at 12:30 PM CST / 1:30 PM EST
- Weekly 60-minute cohort meetings (Every Monday from 12pm – 1pm ET)
- Engage fully with your cohort community and program sponsor
- Maintain a minimum 80% score on all required quizzes and exams
- Sit for the official SIE exam between February 19 – March 9, 2026
Disclaimer
Participation in the Quad-A Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Program is intended to provide educational support and resources to help candidates prepare for the SIE exam. However, successful completion of the program does not guarantee a passing score on the SIE exam or offer any assurance of future employment opportunities in the financial services industry.
The Association of African American Financial Advisors (Quad-A) reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel any part of the program at its sole discretion, including program content, schedules, or participant requirements, without prior notice.
All participants are expected to meet the outlined program expectations to remain in good standing throughout the duration of the program.
“This program has helped me feel like I truly belong in the finance world and find my footing. I’ve learned that the best way to fight imposter syndrome and that feeling of not knowing enough is to keep learning. Programs like this make that possible and accessible for students like me, and having the chance to grow and build my professional skills as a student has made all the difference.”
Jeremiah Lunis
OTC Derivatives Compliance Examiner at the National Futures Association, Quad-A 2025 SIE Certified Graduate
“I am truly grateful for this program because it helped me get my foot in the door in the finance industry and brought me one step closer to achieving my goal of becoming a licensed financial professional.”
Marvin Nwanekwu
Quad-A 2025 SIE Certified Graduate
Internships and career early career opportunities
Start building your future in finance today.
Through Quad-A’s Next Gen network, students and career changers gain access to internships, entry-level roles, and employer partnerships across leading firms in wealth management and financial services.
We work closely with our partner firms to match diverse, motivated talent with real-world opportunities that turn classroom knowledge into hands-on experience. Whether you’re preparing for your SIE exam or ready to launch your first role, Quad-A helps you step confidently into the industry.
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