Best degree/credential for asset management jobs?

Nov 19, 2013 7:10 pm

I wanted to ask you guys what do you consider to be the "best" credential/etc for asset management type jobs ? RIA Firms, Hedge Funds, etc

What do clients and potential employers like the most ?

Of the many that exist, the following seem to be more common

CFP (note I could care less about insurance guidance or how a widow should handle her estate)
CMT (I do have an interest in technical analysis)
CIMA
CFA
MBA
CPA

Etc ?

Thank You