PG Certificate Program in

Advanced Financial Management

 • 10 Months  • Live Online Sessions  • Alumni Status

3 Hrs

Weekend Sessions

IIM V

Campus Immersion

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NIRF Ranking

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Expert Faculty

About Advanced Financial Management

The primary objective of this comprehensive Financial Management course is to equip participants with a deep understanding of core financial principles, strategic decision-making capabilities, and practical skills in financial analysis, planning, and control. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will learn to evaluate investment opportunities, manage corporate finances, and navigate the complexities of international financial markets. The course also emphasizes ethical considerations, risk management, and the impact of technological advancements in finance. By the end of the program, participants will be proficient in making informed financial decisions, interpreting financial data, and leading financial projects, preparing them for advanced roles in the financial sector.

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Key Highlights of this Course

Comprehensive Curriculum

Deep dive into advanced financial topics, including corporate finance, investment analysis, and risk management.

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Advanced Analytical Tools

Participants learn to use advanced financial tools and techniques for better decision-making and strategic planning

Flexibility and Accessibility

Designed to accommodate the busy schedules of senior professionals, the program often includes a mix of online and in-person sessions.

Networking Opportunities

Engage with industry experts, guest speakers, and peers in business finance for enriched learning and networking opportunities in the program.

Career Advancement

Enhance your credentials with a certification from one of India's top business schools.

Eligibility Criteria and Program Details

Education

Graduates from a recognized University (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government)

Work Experience

Aspirants with professional experience of 1 years in any domain.

Course Fees

The IIMV Advanced Financial Management Course will cost INR 1,90,000/- plus 18% GST which can also be paid in 4 part payments.

IIM Visakhapatnam Campus

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Who Should Enroll

Financial Analyst

Corporate Finance Professionals

Business Owners

Senior Managers

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Finance Director

Financial Manager

Risk Manager

Head of Finance

Consulting Manager in Finance

Senior Accountant

Financial Consultant

Portfolio Manager

Accountant

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Syllabus of this Course

  • Importance of Accounting for Business
  • Understanding the accounting system of the business organization
  • The balance sheet, Statement of Profit and Loss and Cash flow statement
  • Understanding and analyzing the financial statements of Business
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Time value of money
  • Risk, return
  • Capital Budgeting
  • Stock Valuation, cost of Capital
  • Financing and Capital Structure
  • Dividend Policy of firm
  • Working Capital Management
  • Creation of Money in Economy
  • Various Financial Institutions and products available
  • Various investment avenues
  • Portfolio formation and Evaluation
  • Hands on Workshop on Portfolio Formation and evaluation
  • Cost Estimation Concepts: Product Costing
  • Understanding Cost behaviors: CVP analysis / Break-even
  • Budgeting/ Cost Control and Performance Evaluation
  • Cost Information for Decision Making
  • Various stages of financing available for start-ups
  • What do investors want in a start-up
  • Problems in appraising a start-up
  • Linking stages of a start-up and sources of finance
  • 5Ts and estimation of TAM, SAM, and SOM
  • Evaluation of a start-up and Exit strategies
  • Evaluation of a start-up and Exit strategies
  • Approaches to Valuation for various Businesses
  • Intrinsic Valuation (using DCF for both Firm & Equity)
  • Relative Valuation (Market Approach and Asset Oriented Approach)
  • Contingent Claims Valuation (Real Options Valuation Methods)
  • Valuation of Acquisitions
  • Equity Valuation
  • Fundamentals of Forwards and Futures, Stock futures and index futures
  • Price convergence of futures, Hedging Strategies using Futures
  • Fundamentals of Options, Types of Options, Option markets, Option Payoffs
  • Stock and Index Options, Option Trading Strategies
  • Debt Markets
  • Debt Trading and investing in Debt.
  • Term Structure and Yield Curve
  • Bond Duration and Convexity (risk in Bond markets)
  • How to make and evaluate Bond portfolio (Mutual Fund)
    • Introduction to Sustainability and Sustainable Finance
    • Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Factors in Finance
    • Sustainable Investing / Impact Investment Strategies
    • Evolution & Digitalization of money
    • Financial Institutions-Fintech synergy
    • Financial Segments-Products and Services Overview, Bank Lending and Payments, Capital Markets
    • Financial Markets Data Analytics

    Tools

    Certification

    ROI of Advanced Financial Management Course


    Obtaining an Advanced Financial Management Certification from prestigious institutions like the Indian Institute of Management can greatly expand your career prospects. This certification provides an in-depth understanding, essential skills, and critical knowledge, along with practical tools like Excel and case studies, necessary for effectively managing projects and enhancing your professional growth.


    Advanced Financial Management Certificate


    Upon finishing the Advanced Financial Management executive certificate program, participants will receive an official certificate from IIM Visakhapatnam Executive Education. To qualify for this certification, participants must meet the attendance requirements and submit a satisfactory final project.

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    Admission Process

    1. Counselling


    Participants will be advised by professional counselors over the virtual mode

    2. Shortlisting


    Profiles will be shortlisted in view of qualification standards and counselor comments on the profile.

    3. Application


    Complete Online Application Form. Click here to fill the form.

    4. Profile Approval


    Profile gets Approved or Rejected based on the shared information.

    5. Enrollment


    Only Approved profiles proceed further for enrollment process.

    About IIM Visakhapatnam

    Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam (IIMV) belongs to the prestigious IIM family of business schools. It is a new generation IIM, set up by the Government of India in September 2015. At 26th place among the business schools pan-India in the National Institutional Ranking Framework 2024 of the Government of India, it is ahead of all new-generation IIMs established in 2015/2016.

    Visakhapatnam is a picturesque port-city on the east coast of India. It is easily accessible by air, sea, rail, and road connections. It ranks among the cleanest cosmopolitan cities in the country. The city is a popular tourist destination with a beautiful beach on one side and a majestic mountain-range on the other. The vibrant city is well known for its heritage and hospitality; culture and cuisine; tradition and talent; trade and technology; innovation and industry; entrepreneurship and enterprise. Visakhapatnam is a base to several large, medium, and small companies (public and private) in the core sector, energy, financial services, infrastructure, IT, pharma, etc. The Eastern Naval Command of the Indian Navy is headquartered at Visakhapatnam. In short, it is one of the most preferred destinations in India to live, learn, yearn, and earn.

    IIM Visakhapatnam Faculty

    Prof. Shalini Agnihotri

    Prof. Shalini Agnihotri


    Programme Director
    PhD FMS, University of Delhi

    Prof. M Shameem Jawed

    Prof. M Shameem Jawed


    Programme Co-Director
    PhD.  IIM Indore (F&A)

    Prof. M Shameem Jawed

    Prof. M Shameem Jawed


    Programme Co-Director
    PhD.  IIM Indore (F&A)

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