Chicago Booth School of Business

Retirement Management Advisor (RMA) Certification—Hybrid

Chicago Booth School of Business

Finance Programs

About Programme

This multidisciplinary program addresses the complexities of retirement planning.

Differentiate your retirement advising practice with elevated capabilities and specialized knowledge through the RMA® certification.

In today’s economic climate, persistent inflation and volatility in both stock and bond markets put increasing pressure on retirees and those preparing for retirement. Clients are looking for more effective strategies to manage today’s risks—and prepare for those of tomorrow.

The Retirement Management Advisor® (RMA®) designation is designed to address the complexities of retirement planning beyond simple asset accumulation.

Programme Content

Part I: On-Demand Supporting Video Presentations

16-plus hours of online expert instruction
Concept application and analysis
Case study
Curriculum review sessions

Part II: Live Capstone Session at Chicago Booth

Two-day live capstone session
12-plus hours of expert instruction

Part III: RMA Retirement Income Process

RMA Retirement Income Process

Part IV: Assessing Retirement Readiness

Retirement Income Approaches
Household Balance Sheet & Capital Budgeting
Retirement Ratios

Part V: Key Retirement Planning Decisions

Risks Women Face, Withdrawal Rates, Fixed Indexed Annuities
Family Retirement Decisions
Medicare, Estate Planning, and Charitable Planning
Next Steps

Programme Objective

With a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach, the RMA® program empowers financial advisors to:

Deepen Understanding of Client Needs: Gain insights into each client’s unique concerns, liabilities, and goals, and learn how to create a balanced, personalized plan that addresses them all.
Build Expertise Across All Phases of Retirement Planning: From wealth accumulation to income optimization and managing longevity risk, the RMA® certification prepares advisors to handle every aspect of the retirement process with proficiency.
Navigate Market Volatility and Inflation Risk: Equip clients to withstand economic uncertainty by building resilient, adaptable strategies for both current and future market conditions.

Programme Audience

This program is ideal for financial advisors working with clients approaching retirement. It is well-suited for professionals across various financial disciplines, including wealth managers, financial planners, investment consultants, and retirement specialists. Additionally, it benefits family-office professionals, trust and estate advisors, and tax specialists who aim to provide comprehensive financial guidance to clients in or near their retirement years.

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