In today's fiercely competitive market, a robust understanding of Applied Finance has become paramount for businesses seeking sustainable success. IIM Kozhikode's Professional Certificate Programme in Applied Finance offers an unparalleled opportunity for professionals to bolster their financial acumen and thrive in today's competitive market. Through its comprehensive curriculum and emphasis on contemporary financial strategies, EPAF equips participants to make sound financial decisions, manage risk effectively, and capitalise on opportunities for sustainable growth and success.
Contextually designed 10-month programme for working professionals.
Campus immersion module of 2 days.
Peer-learning and networking opportunities.
IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni status.
1. Introduction to Financial Analysis
2. Mathematics and Economics in Finance: A Primer
3. Financial Markets and Instruments
4. Corporate Finance
* Activity-based Learning 1: Estimation of WACC for a Listed Company
5. Business Valuation
6. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
7. Fixed Income Securities
8. Investment Analysis
*Activity-based Learning 2: Portfolio Construction and Analysis of a Mutual Fund
9. Equity Research
*Activity-based Learning 3: Stock Selection
10. Financial Derivatives
*Activity-based Learning 4: Option Trading Strategy
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*Internships and training experiences will not be considered as full-time work experience.
Prof. Sony Thomas is working as an Associate Professor in Finance, Accounting, and Control Area at IIM Kozhikode. He teaches courses on Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, Equity Research, and Financial Markets in PGP and executive programmes. Prior to joining IIM Kozhikode in 2009, he worked with Deloitte Research and GE Money-MSE Financial Decision Sciences Lab. He did Ph.D. in Finance from the Department of Management Studies, IIT Madras.
Prof. S. S. S. Kumar is a Professor in the Finance, Accounting, and Control Area at IM Kozhikode. He is also an Adjunct Visiting Professor at AIT Bangkok's School of Management. He has twenty-five years of teaching experience and teaches MBA courses such as Financial Markets and Instruments, Corporate Finance, Financial Derivatives, and Risk Management. He earned a doctorate in management from IIT (ISM) Dhanbad's Department of Management Studies.
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