Executive Programme in Financial Planning and Investment Advisory Services

TheExecutive Programme in Financial Planning and Investment Advisory Services,jointly offered with Financial Planning Standards Board India (FPSB), is an advanced programme designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the field of financial planning and investment advisory services. The programme is aimed at individuals who already possess a foundational understanding of finance or related fields and are seeking to deepen their expertise, as well as those who aim to obtain necessary certifications and regulatory approvals for practising financial advisory services.The topics covered in this programme are diverse and include pricing models of financial assets, risk and return characteristics of financial markets and alternative asset classes, asset allocation,investment management, retirement planning, tax planning, estate planning, insurance, and alternative investments. Participants will gain knowledge about a variety of financial products, regulatory frameworks, best practices in the sector, and ethical standards necessary for providing customers with sound financial advice.A key emphasis is placed on the impact of fintech and the role of psychologyin financial advisory services, helping professionals effectively engage with retail clients and family offices. Additionally, a dedicated module shall focus onmarketing, negotiation and communication skills, ensuring participants develop the strategic and interpersonal competencies needed to succeed in the field.Mode of DeliveryThe programme will be delivered in a blended format, combining online and on-campus learning experiences. It will include 9 days of campus immersion, divided into three modules, along with weekend online sessions spread over approximately 8 months.Campus Modules:First Campus Module: Sept 29 - Oct 1, 2025Second Campus Module: March 9 - 11, 2026Final Campus Module: September 21 - 23, 2026Online Sessions:The online sessions will be held in between, every Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.Certification and IIMA Alumni Status:At the end of the Programme, eligible participants will be awarded a Certificate of Participation and Alumni Status from IIM Ahmedabad.

Programme Contents1. Risk-return characteristics and asset pricing in financial marketsStock marketsFixed incomeCurrencyDerivatives and structured products2. Asset allocation principles3. Smart beta and factor Investing4. Risk management of investment portfolios5. Behavioural finance and implications for asset allocation6. Retirement Planning7. Estate Planning and intergenerational wealth management8. Alternative investmentsCommodities markets and bullionReal estateArt and collectibles9. Property and Liability Insurance10. Tax planning for HNIs and UHNWIs11. Fintech and robo-advisory12. Understanding clients and pitching to clients13. Negotiation skills and deal-closingPedagogyThe pedagogy will be highly interactive, combining conceptual knowledge with real-world application.On-campus sessions will provide immersive and interactive learning experiences.Online sessions will focus on conceptual and practical knowledge dissemination using IIMAs advanced virtual learning infrastructure.