What do I learn?

160 hrs plus learning through online classes, tutorials, practice sessions and recorded

videos will be provided in the following areas:

• Introduction to Financial Markets
• Quantitative Methods in Finance
• Financial Modeling and Portfolio Analysis
• Risk Management and Derivatives
• Credit Risk Analytics
• Valuation and Risk Modeling
• Financial Analytics using Data science Lab
• Technical Analysis using Simulation Lab

Learning Outcome

Participants will learn about the Securities Markets, their structure, market participants, Basics of operations of Securities Markets, Various Quantitative Methods applied in Finance, Statistical and data handling tools. Introduction to Various financial modeling methods, portfolio analysis, decision-making support methods for strategic financial decisions, methods of Risk Management, hedging strategies and usage of derivatives will be taught during the program.

Why NISM?

The Certificate Program in Financial Analytics (CPFA) provides an opportunity to study in a pedigreed institute, under a team of top academicians and practitioners, in a world-class infrastructure.

Over the years, the National Institute of Securities Markets has carved a niche for itself in capacity building. Since 2009, it has conducted various niche programs of durations ranging between 1 month to 2 years, with more than 2000 alumni rendering their services in professionalizing the markets. NISM has also fulfilled its mandates through training programs for the Ministry of External Affairs, for officers from IRS, IAS, ICLS, CAG, SEBI, RBI, IFSCA, etc. The Institute’s training programs have also benefitted regulatory staff members from SAARC nations and the CLMV (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam) nations. Customized corporate training programs also feature regularly as part of its ongoing activities.

With this rich experience in capacity building initiatives over a decade, the program has been carefully crafted to impart the complete set of knowledge and skills in vital and emerging application areas, benchmarked with the best in India and overseas.
NISM’s Library has a collection of around 9,000 books, apart from various periodicals. It has one of the richest collections in the country in Economics, Finance, Securities Markets and Compliance.

Eligibility

Passed Class XII from recognised Board.

Program Assessment and Schedule:

The Certificate Program in Financial Analytics (CPFA) provides an opportunity to study in a pedigreed institute, under a team of top academicians and practitioners, in a world-class infrastructure.

Note: 75% attendance is mandatory in each module*.

Schedule:

The program will be delivered in Online Mode. The class timings will be as follows:

*Each module is of 20 hours.

Selection Criteria:

Candidates will be selected based on an online screening test. The syllabus of screening test is as follows:

• Concept of Profit and Loss
• Simple Interest & Compound Interest
• Basics of Finance
• Elementary Statistics & Data Interpretation.
• Differentiation
• Estimation

 How to apply?

Candidates willing to apply should register themselves on https://apply.nism.ac.in/cpfa

Step 1: New Registration: 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: Application process: Thereafter, candidates are required to log-in and 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.

Program Fees

The consolidated program fee for Certificate Program in Financial Analytics (CPFA) is Rs. 96,400/- (Rupees Ninety-Six Thousand and Four Hundred only). The break-up of the fees is as follows:

* A two-day campus immersion at NISM’s Patalganga Campus is a mandatory part of the program.

Fee Refund Policy

The entire fee including the application fee is non-refundable in any circumstances.

Important Dates

Note:
Admissions to NISM programs are carried out only through the online application, NISM has not authorized any third party to initiate applications on its behalf. NISM does not admit students under Management Quota or any other form of reservation. Any third party organization or individual offering management quota seats for NISM would be fraudulent and applicants are requested not to approach such organizations or individuals.

Contact Us:
Admission Office
Helpline Number: +91 8268002412
(Monday – Friday: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm)
E-mail: cpfa@nism.ac.in

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 analyze financial data, use financial models, and make data-driven financial decisions. The program covers topics such as financial modeling, risk management, investment analysis, and the use of analytical tools in finance.

Q2. What is the structure of the Program?

The Certificate Program in Financial Analytics will be conducted entirely in an online format. All eight modules will be delivered virtually over a span of nine months. The schedule for the classes is as follows:

* each module is of 20 hours / (5 hours per week) and 4 weeks a month according to the above schedule
* 8*20 hours per module = 160 hours
*The overall program shall last for 9 months approximately

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, analyzing financial statements and performance metrics. The students will learn to;

• Develop and use financial models for forecasting and decision-making
• Evaluate investment opportunities and manage portfolios
• Apply quantitative methods and data analytics in finance
• Utilize software tools for financial analysis

For the detailed curriculum, click here

Q4. What are the modules that will be covered in this Program ?

The modules that will be covered in the program are as under:

• Introduction to Financial Markets
• Quantitative Methods in Finance
• Financial Modeling and Portfolio Analysis
• Risk Management and Derivatives
• Credit Risk Analytics
• Valuation and Risk Modeling
• Python for Financial Analytics in NISM Data Analytics Lab
• Technical Analysis and Algo Trading in NISM Trading Simulation Lab

Q.5 Eligibility Criteria
Passed Class XII from a recognised Board.

Q.6 Can a working professional be able to pursue this program?
Yes. The classes for the program are scheduled according to the above structure. The Academic Calendar has been 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:

• Financial Analyst
• Investment Analyst
• Risk Manager
• Data Analyst in Finance
• Quantitative Analyst

Q.9 Does the Institute provide any placement assistance after the completion of the program?

No. The program specifically focuses on skill development in Financial Analytics and therefore, the Institute does 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:

• Profit and Loss
• Simple Interest & Compound Interest
• Basics of Finance
• Elementary Statistics & Data
• Differentiation
• Estimation

The screening test will be conducted online and will last for 60 minutes, with 30 questions. There will be no negative marking.

Q.12 What is the fee for this Program?
The consolidated program fee for the Certificate Program in Financial Analytics is Rs. 96,400/- (Rupees Ninety-six thousand four hundred only). The break-up of the fees is as follows:

Tuition fee Rs. 80,000

GST @18% Rs.14,400

Alumni fund Rs. 2,000

Total Rs. 96,400

Due Date – within 7 calendar days from the issue of Offer Letter.

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 the application fee. After making the payment of the application fee of Rs. 500/- the candidates may submit their application.

*Above charges are exclusive of payment gateway charges & processing fees, and any applicable taxes.

Q14. What is the application fee? Where can I pay it?
The application fee is Rs. 500/-. The fee can be paid online upon completion of the application form, using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking. The entire application process, including payment of application fee, is online.

Q.15 What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 7^th September, 2025. 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 1^st November, 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, and 75% attendance is mandatory in each module.

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.