PGD in Financial Management

PGD in Financial Management is a 1-year diploma course that trains a student to manage the accounts of an organisation. It is a diploma level course that can be pursued after a candidate has completed his graduate studies. The course involves the study of theoretical and practical measures employed in the wealth management of companies and individuals.

Students are taken through various subjects including accounting, economics, financial analysis, banking system, regulatory policies regarding financial management, risk management etc. The course prepares a candidate for a job in the financial services industry and makes him/her eligible to join various banking and financial institutions.

PGD in Financial Management is a good choice of course for any candidate who has an aptitude for money management and good critical thinking skills. The course forms an excellent theoretical knowledge base for a student and enables him/her to provide effective solutions to finance-related problems at the domestic or international scale.

Highlights of the PGD in Financial Management Course

The following eligibility criteria must be satisfied by any candidate who is seeking admission to colleges offering PGD in Financial Management.

• The candidate must have completed a bachelor's degree course conducted by an approved college or university.

• Candidates from any stream are eligible to apply for the course including CA / CS courses.

• The candidate must have at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category) in the qualifying course.

Admission Process for PGD in Financial Management

The process of admission to the PGD in Financial Management course varies by the college. Check the details below to know more.

• Colleges usually offer direct admissions to the PGD in Financial Management course.

• Candidates are selected as per merit created based on marks in the qualifying exam.

• Some colleges or universities may require candidates to appear for an entrance test.

• Candidates may also have to appear for an interview to qualify for admission to this course.

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Second Semester

Students can look for many career opportunities after PGD in Financial Management courses in the financial services sector. Candidates can not only join firms providing financial management services but can also apply for educational and research institutes in the field. PGD in Financial Management is a professional course that imparts specialised knowledge to the candidate and hence makes them a good choice for the companies that require the services of a financial management expert.

Given below are the common areas of employment after PGD in Financial Management:

• Banks
• Financial Service Providers
• Investment Management
• Portfolio Management
• Financial Consultancies
• Financial Risk Management etc.

PGD in Financial Management makes a candidate eligible for the following job positions.

• Financial Manager
• Accountant
• Treasury Manager
• Portfolio Manager
• Bank Officer
• Accountant etc.

While the course also makes a candidate eligible for pursuing a post-graduate degree in the field, it is a more career-oriented course. Any candidate who wishes to go for higher education opportunities such as an MBA after a PGD in Financial Management course will be recommended to first gain some work experience.