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Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Financial Management)
Introduction to Finance
Finance is a dynamic field that focuses on the management of money and assets. It encompasses a wide range of activities, from financial analysis and investment strategies to risk management and financial market operations. In today's global economy, finance is more complex and sophisticated than ever, with new technologies, regulations, and financial instruments constantly emerging.
The finance industry plays a crucial role in driving economic growth and development, as it provides the funding and resources necessary for businesses, governments, and individuals to achieve their goals. However, financial decision-making is not without its challenges and risks, and the consequences of poor financial decisions can be severe. As a result, there is growing awareness of the need for ethical behavior in finance, as well as the importance of sustainability and social responsibility.
Professionals in finance have the opportunity to make a positive impact through their work. They can help organizations to optimize their financial performance, manage risk effectively, and create value for their stakeholders. To be successful in this field, individuals need a strong foundation in financial concepts and techniques, as well as the ability to analyze and interpret financial data. They also need to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the industry.
In summary, finance is a fascinating and challenging field that offers many opportunities for those who are passionate about managing money and assets. It requires a combination of technical expertise, analytical skills, and ethical behavior to succeed, and is essential for driving economic growth and development in today's world.
Program Educational Objectives
- To give an insight into the financial aspects of a business operation
- To enable understanding and interpretation of the financial statements produced by the organizations
- To equip participants with the practical strategies and concepts used in security markets to maximize company gains
- To develop a good understanding of knowledge required and techniques available to enable managers to measure and manage business performance in their organizations.
Programme Structure
- In the first year (Term I, II & III), the student will learn concepts in all the key areas of management.
- In Term III, the students have to choose two flexi-core courses.
- Each student is required to undertake Summer Internship Program (SIP) in an organization at the end of first year. The duration of the SIP varies between eight to ten weeks.
- In the second year of the Programme, each student is required to opt for 12 elective courses across the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Term based on his / her aptitude or interest.
- There are 22 Core Subjects, 14 electives (including flexi-core) and 1 summer internship project.
- In the second year, the student has to choose 12 electives out of the elective courses offered by the Institute, during three terms i.e. Terms IV, V & VI
- There are two ways a student can take electives:
For major-minor specialization, a student has to take six (6) courses from finance area (major), four (4) courses from the second area (minor) of specialization and remaining two (2) courses compulsorily from other areas.
For single specialization, a student has to choose six (6) courses from the finance area and six (6) courses from other areas with not more than three (3) courses in any area.
The second area of specialization could be chosen from any of the following six areas - Marketing, Business Analytics & Information Technology, Operations Management, Human Resource and Organizational Behavior or Economics.
Term-I
Sr. No | Term-I | Crs. |
1 | Marketing Management-I | 3 |
2 | Corporate Financial Reporting and Analysis | 3 |
3 | Organizational Behaviour | 3 |
4 | Operations Management | 3 |
5 | Business Statistics | 3 |
6 | Consumers, Firms and Markets | 3 |
7 | Business Ethics Social Responsibility | 3 |
Term-II
Sr. No | Term-II | Crs. |
1 | Marketing Management-II | 3 |
2 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
3 | Operations and Supply Chain Management | 3 |
4 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
5 | Management Accounting and Control | 3 |
6 | Business Analytics | 3 |
7 | Macroeconomic Principles and Policy | 3 |
Term-III
Sr. No | Term-III | Crs. |
1 | Business Communication | 3 |
2 | Business Environment | 3 |
3 | Marketing Research | 3 |
4 | Information systems and Business Modelling | 3 |
5 | Flexi Core 1 | 3 |
6 | Flexi Core 2 | 3 |
Flexi-core courses in 1st year
The list of flexi-core courses is as follows:
Sr. No | Term-III | Crs. |
1 | Consumer Behavior | 3 |
2 | Financial Econometrics | 3 |
3 | Interpersonal Skills Lab | 3 |
4 | Operations Research | 3 |
5 | Strategic Leadership | 3 |
6 | Business Research Methods | 3 |
7 | Marketing Research | 3 |
8 | Creating and Nurturing New Ventures | 3 |
Term-IV
Sr. No | Term-IV | Crs. |
1 | Strategic Management | 3 |
2 | Elective 1 | 3 |
3 | Elective 2 | 3 |
4 | Elective 3 | 3 |
5 | Elective 4 | 3 |
6 | Elective 5 | 3 |
Term-V
Sr. No | Term-V | Crs. |
1 | Business Simulation | 3 |
2 | Elective 1 | 3 |
3 | Elective 2 | 3 |
4 | Elective 3 | 3 |
5 | Elective 4 | 3 |
6 | Elective 5 | 3 |
Term-VI
Sr. No | Term-VI | Crs. |
1 | Elective 1 | 3 |
2 | Elective 2 | 3 |
3 | Corporate Governance | 1.5 |