Graduate School for Professionals

GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL ANALYSIS & VALUATION - AT A GLANCE

OVERVIEW

The graduate diploma in financial analysis and securities valuation program is aimed at professionals seeking a thorough knowledge of financial analysis and valuation. The program will provide a strong foundation for candidates seeking to understand the interdisciplinary approach toward the study of financial markets and the valuation of financial assets across global markets. Applying quantitative analysis tools with economic data will provide industry quality analysis and reports on the management of financial asset portfolios.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The aim of the course is to provide an academic qualification of sufficient depth to equip students with the skills to embark on a successful career in the highly rewarding financial sector. This program is suitable for candidates from a wide diversity of professional fields and backgrounds who require greater competency in their financial skills and methodologies.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

Upon completion of the program, graduate will

• Develop a broad understanding of the micro/, macroeconomics outlook of international and regional markets.
• Understand the evolution of financial markets and the analysis of financial reports.
• Understand the economical impact on the values of financial assets.
• Equip the graduate with the techniques to master the various valuation models use for valuing financial assets in the industry, and Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of these valuation techniques

PARTICIPANTS

The program is designed to prepare executives looking for career advancing opportunities in commercial banks, insurance companies, hedge funds, brokerage firms, and rating agencies.

Considering the current turbulence in financial markets, the need for highly trained individuals in the analyses of financial statements and the valuation of securities is acute. This program has been planned to help working professionals gain a deeper understanding of financial disclosures while demystifying the numbers.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

This is a 6 months part-time program comprising of 4 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.

Developed and delivered by industry practitioner, the program is both academically rigorous and practical-oriented. The curriculum is closely aligned with industry practice and framework and is recognized internationally by Professional bodies worldwide.

• Applied Corporate Finance
• Investment Analysis & Valuation
• Fixed Income Instrument and Market
• Equities Analysis & Portfolio Management

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

The Graduate Diploma in Financial Analysis and Securities Valuation program is awarded by Aventis School of Management. Successful graduates will be allowed to use the designatory letters “Grad Dip FA” 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.

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.

FIND OUT MORE

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