Graduate School for Professionals

GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO ENGINEERING - AT A GLANCE

OVERVIEW

Financial Portfolio Engineering is the application of quantitative analysis to financial instruments and risk management challenges. Financial Portfolio engineers are trained with the skills to use modeling tools from finance, applied mathematics, computer science, statistics and economic theories to stress test the financial products. Investment banks, hedge funds, insurance companies, corporate risk managers and regulatory agencies apply the methods of financial engineering to such problems as derivative securities valuation, risk management, strategic planning and dynamic investment strategies.

No prior knowledge of mathematical finance is assumed as the program offers a thorough grounding in the fundamental ideas and methods of modern mathematical finance, including practical applications in financial engineering.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The Aventis Graduate Diploma in Financial Portfolio Engineering is designed specifically for professionals and senior executives seeking a thorough knowledge of financial engineering techniques. The program will provide a strong foundation for candidates seeking to understand the interdisciplinary approach toward the study of financial engineering and the securitization of financial assets across global markets. Applying quantitative analysis tools with economic data to develop and manage innovative financial products.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

Upon completion of the program, graduate will be

• Exposed to dynamic investment strategies and complex structured products for equities, fixed incomes and other financial markets
• Developed a thorough grounding in the fundamental ideas and methods of modern mathematical finance, including practical applications in financial engineering.
• Be able to use applied mathematics to solve financial modeling challenges
• understand the fundamental probability theory of mathematical finance
• Using financial engineering to develop innovative financial products and instruments.

PARTICIPANTS

The program is designed to prepare professionals seeking career opportunities in commercial banks, insurance companies, hedge funds, brokerage firms, and rating agencies and the analyses of assets securitizations and financial products. Graduates of this program are well equipped for careers in risk management, treasury management, investment banking, international trading, quantitative asset management, arbitrage, and financial research/forecasting.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

This is a 8 months part-time program comprising of 5 modules. This program are tailored for working professionals and classes are conducted on weekdays evening from 7.00pm to 10.00pm or over weekends. Each module is supported with 24 contact hours of face to face lectures which are conducted by our experienced faculty.

• Investment Analysis & Valuation
• Stochastic Calculus in Finance
• Applied Financial Mathematics
• Interest Rate Models and Derivatives
• Fixed Income Instruments & Markets

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

The Graduate Diploma in Financial Portfolio Engineering program is awarded by Aventis School of Management. Successful graduates will be allowed to use the designatory letters "Grad Dip FPEng" after their name upon completion of the program.

You are also eligible to apply for professional certification and designation of a "Registered Financial Specialist" awarded by AAFM, the world’s largest financial professionals associations with membership across 141 countries worldwide. Registration fees for AAFM Professional membership and RFS certification of S$1,000 payable to "Financial Training Academy Pte Ltd" apply.

ARTICULATION PATHWAY

This is an internationally recognized program, upon successful completion of the program, applicants will be granted advanced standing and exemptions into the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.

ADMISSION CRITERIA

All applicants must possess:

• A degree or similar professional qualifications from a recognized university/institution, OR
• A diploma from a polytechnic with at least 3 years of working experience
• Senior executives with extensive experience but without academic qualification may be considered on a case to case basis

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants are required to submit the following:

• Duly-completed application form (download Form)
• Certified true copies of all education certificates and transcripts
• Your detailed Profile – Curriculum vitae
• Statement of Personal & Career Objectives
• Application processing fee of S$107 (non-refundable)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participants may enrol and attend any of the modules for the acquisition of knowledge in a particular discipline. An executive certificate will be awarded for students that have fulfilled at least 80% attendance for that enrolled module.
• For participants that have enrolled and attended any of the modules for the acquisition of knowledge in a particular discipline, they will be issued with an executive certificate if they fulfil at least 80% attendance.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS: All notice of withdrawal must be in writing. A full refund of the course fees paid will be made if notice of withdrawal is received more than 60 days before course commencement. If notice of withdrawal is received between 60 to 30 days before course commencement, 75% of course fees paid will be refunded. No refund will be made after the course has commenced. Course Fee paid will not be refunded in the event of deferment regardless of whether the request made is prior to commencement or after the commencement of the course.