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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q1. What is special about this Certificate Program in Financial Analytics?


    • The Certificate Program in Financial Analytics is a specialized course designed to equip
    participants with the skills and knowledge needed to analyse financial data, use
    financial models, and make data-driven financial decisions. The program covers topics
    such as financial modelling, risk management, investment analysis, and the use of
    analytical tools in finance.
    Q2. What is the structure of the Program?
    • Certificate Program in Financial Analytics shall be done through the online mode only.
    Online delivery for all the eight modules over eight months. The program will be
    delivered in Online Mode. The class timings will be as follows:

    Day Timings Teaching Hours Break Time

    Friday 07: 00 pm to 09:15 pm 2 hours 15 mins

    Saturday 06: 00 pm to 09:15 pm 3 hours 15 mins


    *Each module is of 20 hours.
    Q. 3 What are the learning outcomes of the program?
    • The Program combines academic elegance and business relevance to facilitate the
    participants to learn modalities of various financial products, followed by analytical
    techniques and weaves them with applications for data-based decision making,
    analysing financial statements and performance metrics. The students will learn the
    following:
    o to develop and use financial models for forecasting and decision-making
    o Evaluate investment opportunities and manage portfolios
    o Apply quantitative methods and data analytics in finance
    o Utilize software tools for financial analysis
    Q4. What are the modules that will be covered in this Program?
    • The modules that will be covered in the program are as under:
    o Introduction to Financial Markets
    o Quantitative Methods in Finance
    o Financial Modelling and Portfolio Analysis
    o Risk Management and Derivatives
    o Credit Risk Analytics
    o Valuation and Risk Modelling
    o Financial Analytics in NISM Data Analytics Lab
    o Technical Analysis in NISM Trading Simulation Lab

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    Q.5 Eligibility Criteria:
    • Passed Class XII from recognised Board.

    Q.6 Can a working professional be able to pursue this program?


    • Yes. The Academic Calendar and class schedule is designed suitably keeping in mind
    the requirements of working professionals.
    Q.7 Will the program suit a person having no prior understanding of the financial markets?
    • The curriculum is appropriately structured to provide a basic understanding of financial
    markets, institutions and products. This will create a level playing field amongst
    participants from diverse backgrounds. The program will feature subjects on Financial
    Products and Institutions, Financial Derivatives, Risk Management etc. to give a
    fundamental understanding in these areas, over and above data science related subjects.
    Q.8 What career opportunities can I pursue after completing the program?
    • Certificate holders of the program can pursue various roles such as:
    o Financial Analyst
    o Investment Analyst
    o Risk Manager
    o Data Analyst in Finance
    o Quantitative Analyst
    Q.9 Do the Institute provide any placement assistance after the completion of the program?
    • No. The program specifically focuses towards skill development in Financial Analytics
    and henceforth the Institute shall not take any responsibility for the placement of the
    students after the completion of the certificate program.
    Q.10 Is there any upper age limit for this program?
    • No, there is no upper age limit to pursue this program.
    Q.11 What is the selection criteria?
    • The selection of candidates will be based on a screening test. The screening test will
    cover the following syllabus:
    o Profit and Loss
    o Simple Interest & Compound Interest
    o Basics of Finance
    o Elementary Statistics & Data Interpretation.
    o Differentiation
    o Estimation
    • The screening test will be conducted online and duration of the test will be 60 minutes.
    There will be no negative marking.

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    Q.12 What is the fee for this Program?
    • The consolidated program fee for Certificate Program in Financial Analytics
    (CPFA) is Rs. 90,500/- (Rupees Ninety Thousand and Five hundred only). The
    break-up of the fees is as follows:
    Particulars Fee
    Tuition fee 75,000
    GST @18% 13,500
    Alumni fund 2000
    Total 90,500

    Due Date Within 7 calendar days from the issue of Offer


    Letter
    • Fee Refund Policy
    o The entire fee including the application fee is non-refundable in any
    circumstances.
    Q.13 How can you apply for the program?
    • Candidates willing to apply should first register themselves on
    https://apply.nism.ac.in/cpfa.
    • Step 1: New Registration: Upon successful registration, a User-ID and Password will
    be sent to registered email ID and mobile number of the candidate.
    • Step 2: Application process: Thereafter, candidates are required to log-in and complete
    the application process by paying application fee.
    • Complete the application process by paying application fee. After making the payment
    of application fee of Rs. 500/- and Rs 80/- as application processing charges,
    candidates may submit their application. Any other charges such as transaction
    charges, bank charges, taxes etc. shall be borne by the candidate.
    Q.15 What is the last date to apply?
    • The last date to apply is 30th November 2024. The application form and the payment
    of the application fee should have been completed before the above date.
    Q.16 When will the Program commence?
    • The Program will commence on January 3, 2025
    Q.17 Is distance learning available for this Program?
    • Distance learning is not available for this program. It is an online instructor led
    program.
    Q. 18 Will the students receive a certificate upon completion?
    • Yes, participants who successfully complete the program requirements will receive a
    certificate in Financial Analytics, which can enhance their credentials and career
    prospects.

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