FAQs Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Financial Markets) - NSE

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FAQs Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Financial Markets) 2014-15 (1 year - Full Time Programme) AICTE Approved Q1. I want to know about 1 year, full time, PGDM-Financial Markets Programme. National Institute of Financial Management (NIFM), Faridabad an autonomous body promoted by Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India and National Stock Exchange (NSE), India’s largest stock exchange, are jointly offering 1 year Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Financial Markets) on full time PGDM (FM) for the academic year 2014-15. Q2. Why should I join 1 year, full time, PGDM (FM)? PGDM (FM) is a full time, residential programme held at the picturesque state of the art campus of NIFM, Faridabad. The PGDM (FM) is designed jointly by experts from NIFM and NSE to fulfill the skill gaps in the financial markets industry. The international exposure to financial centers and stock exchange is an essential part of the programme. The emphasis is on experiential learning through seminars, presentations, workshops, industry visits etc. Candidates can practice on web based software to develop financial markets skills anytime, anywhere in addition to training on advanced financial market software’s like NSE-TAME, Capitaline, MetaStock, Prowess etc. The internship and projects provide real life experience so that the candidates are market ready on completion of the programme. Q3. What is the program coverage? The PGDM-FM is a full time, 1 year, 4 quadmesters program. The quadmester wise papers are given below. Quadmester 1 1. Financial Institutions & Markets 2. Quantitative Methods for Financial Markets 3. Accounting and Taxation for Managers 4. Economics for Financial Markets 5. Introduction to Financial Planning 6. Capital Market Operations Quadmester 2 1. Corporate Finance including Mergers & Acquisitions 2. Financial Reporting Standards 3. Ethics and Values 4. Corporate and Capital Market Laws 5. Commodities Market Operations 6. Derivative Market Operations Quadmester 3 1. Computer Application in Finance 2. Bank Management 3. Foreign Exchange and Currency Markets 4. Financial Valuation and Modeling 5. Technical Analysis 6. Equity Research

Quadmester 4 1. Financial Econometrics 2. Wealth Management 3. Investment Banking 4. Venture Capital & Private Equity 5. Mutual Funds & Fixed Income Securities 6. Summer internship & Viva 7. International Attachment (Presentation) Q4. What is the status of PGDM (Financial Markets)? PGDM (FM) is approved by AICTE via letter no F.NO. NORTH-WEST/1-1506816543/20 for 2013-14 and is under process of AICTE for approval for 2014-15. Q5. Is visit to an international stock exchange compulsory for all the candidates? Yes, it is compulsory for all candidates, to develop their global competencies. Q6. How can I acquire practical trading skills without putting my own money at risk? The Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Financial Markets) lays lot of emphasis on skill development. Generally the employers are reluctant in taking fresh candidates as they do not possess live trading skills. Specialized market simulation software, to simulate the live market conditions has been developed by NSE. This is web based software called NLT (NSE Learn to Trade). Candidates can learn investment and trading skills in a simulated environment, without investing actual money, using NLT anytime and from anywhere as per their convenience. Q7. What career opportunities are available on completion of PGDM (FM)? As per research conducted by Mc Kinsey & Co. for Gujarat International Finance Tec-City, Govt. of Gujarat, the financial sector will create 1, 00, 00,000 plus jobs by 2020. PGDM (FM) prepares you for multiple career options in financial markets comprising of capital market, mutual funds, derivative, currency and commodity markets, financial services etc. One can go for lucrative career opportunities in investment banking, treasury, research & analytics, wealth management, stock broking, surveillance, compliance, risk management, asset management, financial journalism etc. Q8. Does NIFM or NSE assist in placements? The dedicated team from NIFM and NSE looking after placements will act as a close link between successful passouts students and organizations needing professionals. Thus, whereas NIFM & NSE provide placement assistance to successful candidates but they do not guarantee any placement. Q9.Does NIFM-NSE facilitates internships for candidates during the course of the programme? NIFM-NSE facilitates 2 months internship for the full time PGDM (FM) candidates.

Q10. What is the teaching methodology? The teaching methodology is practical, hands-on and real-time, rather than merely theoretical. The class room lectures are supplemented by regular business presentations, seminars, workshops etc. The market skills are developed through market simulation software NLT, projects and assignments, participation in business channels and internship etc. Candidates are encouraged to make presentations, participate in case studies and group discussions and role plays. In order to provide global exposure, visit to international financial centers and stock exchange is an essential part of the programme. Q11. What are the total numbers of seats available for the programme? PGDM (FM) has a maximum intake capacity of 60 in each batch. Q12. What are the eligibility criteria for the programme? For Private Participants/Corporate Executives All Participants must have completed Graduation or a degree equivalent with at least 50% in aggregate from an Indian University/Institutions recognized by Association of Indian Universities. Professional Qualifications like CA, CS, CWA, CFA, MBA, etc. would have an added advantage. For Government Officers      

Officers at middle/senior level working with the Central or State Government, Public Enterprise and autonomous organizations belonging to State/Central Government. Or, Similar Participants from foreign countries. Minimum percentage of marks at graduation level should be 50%. Scoring higher percentages at higher levels such as post-graduation would not relax the minimum percentage requirement at graduation level. The upper age limit for all participants would be 50 years on the date of commencement of the programme. Sponsorship from the employer Government / Organization.

Q13. I am in the final year of graduation. Can I apply? Yes, you may apply for provisional admission. Since this is a Post Graduate Programme, admission will be confirmed only on submission of proof of passing graduation on or before September 2014. Q14. Is hostel stay compulsory? In order to take the full benefit of peer learning, we encourage students to stay in the executive air conditioned hostel of NIFM Faridabad located in a picturesque environment. However, the hostel stay is optional. Q15. Is there any age limit? There is no age limit for the programme, but it is desirable that the candidate is below 45 years of age.

Q16. When the NIFM-NSE online entrance test will be held and in which cities? The NIFM-NSE online entrance test will be held from 12th May to 17th May 2014 in the following 16 cities in India. You can log on to the NSE website and block your seat on the date and time convenient to you. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Ahmedabad Bangalore Bhubaneswar Chandigarh Chennai Delhi Hyderabad Indore

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Jaipur Jammu Kolkata Luck now Mumbai Patna Pune Raipur

Q17. When the result of NIFM-NSE online entrance test will be declared? The names and roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for personal interview based on CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT score or NIFM-NSE Online Test score will be posted on the website of NIFM-NSE on 20th May 2014 and intimation will also be sent by email. Q18. I want to apply for the full time PGDM (FM). How should I proceed? Candidates having valid CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT score The candidates who have valid CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT score are not required to appear for NIFM-NSE Online Test. They can send application in the prescribed form which can be downloaded from the NSE/NIFM website. The completed application along with resume, proof of educational qualifications, work experience (if any), copy of your CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT score card and a Demand Draft of Rs.900/- drawn in favor of National Institute of Financial Management; payable at New Delhi or Faridabad, be sent to the following address: Head - Financial Education (Schools & Universities) National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. 4th Floor, Jeevan Vihar Building Parliament Street New Delhi – 110001 The envelop should be super scribed by “Application for PGDM (FM)”. Alternatively, one can submit the application by paying Rs.900/- in cash at National Stock Exchange of India Ltd.; New Delhi. Candidates who need to appear for NIFM-NSE Online Test The candidates who do not have valid CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT score are required to appear for NIFM-NSE Online Test from 12th May to 17th May 2014. For this they are required to register on the NSE’s website as per the steps given below: 1. Login to www.nseindia.com and go to “Education” menu. 2. Click on “Register for NIFM-NSE Online Test”. 3. You will begin the process as “New User” and thereafter follow all the steps as required for registration as an NCFM candidate and set your “user id” and “password”. 4. You will receive NCFM ID via SMS, email, and also on the website.

5. You can now login with your user id and password. You can pay the fees of Rs.900/-, book your seat for the NIFM-NSE online test in any of the 16 cities subject to availability of seats on first come first served basis. 6. There are four time slots viz 9:30 am to 11:30 am, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, and 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm, and 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. These time slots are available on first Come first serve basis. 7. An online “hall ticket” for the NIFM-NSE Online Test will be generated for which you should take the Printout. 8. You need to carry this hall ticket along with id proof for appearing in the test. 9. In case you need any assistance for registering for the test, you can call Education counselors 9718930064 / 9582230057 / 011-49393057 / 49393062. Q19. What is the selection procedure for full time PGDM (FM)? NIFM-NSE Online Objective Type Test will be held from 12th May to 17th May 2014. It is not mandatory for those who have already taken CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT. The online test will consist of Verbal Ability (30%), Data Interpretation and logical reasoning (30%), Quantitative Aptitude (30%), General Knowledge of Financial Markets (10%). The online objective test will be for 2 hours duration with negative marking of 0.25 per mark. The final selection is based on Academic Profile (20%), CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT or NIFM- NSE Online Test (50%) and Personal Interview (30%). Q20. I am an outstation candidate. Can I appear for video interview? The personal interview of shortlisted candidates will be held at NSE office in New Delhi. In order to save travel time and cost of outstation candidates, NIFM-NSE also conducts video interviews. As an outstation candidate you have the choice to come for personal interview or opt for video interview. Q21. If selected, which documents do I need to submit and when? The onus to check the eligibility for admission is on the candidate. Therefore, no documents either photocopy or original are required to be submitted at the time of application. However at the time of registration, you are required to submit a copy of following documents and bring originals for verification:   

Copy of 10th, 12th and Graduation mark sheets Copy of your Character diplomas/Birth diplomas Copy of your CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT score card.

Q22. What is the investment needed for the full time PGDM (FM)? Rs.4,50,000/- for Indian participants and US $7,500/- for participants from SAARC and developing countries (payable in lump sum only, no installments). Payment Options: 1. Lump sum payment- On registration Rs.20,000/- and balance of Rs.4,30,000/- on or before 30th May 2014. 2. Installments Scheme 1 - On registration Rs. 20,000/-, 1st installment on or before 30th May 2014 and 2nd installment 15 days before start of 3rdquadmester. Both installments are of Rs.2,20,000/- each. 3. Installments Scheme 2 - On registration Rs.20, 000/-, 1st installment of Rs.1,12,500/- on or before 30th May 2014 and balance 3 installments of Rs.1,12,500/- each, 15 days before start of the Quadmester.

Q23. What does the investment include for full time PGDM (FM)? Apart from the tuition fees, the investment for the programme is inclusive of air travel by economy class, visa expense, medical insurance and accommodation on twin sharing basis for international visit. The domestic attachment includes travel by AC three tier train for visit to Mumbai and accommodation there on twin sharing basis. The investment is also inclusive of hostel stay at NIFM Faridabad, cost of study material; examination & certification, skill development through NSE learn to trade software, tea/coffee during the programme. The investment does not include food expenses for hostel stay at NIFM Faridabad. The costs, if any, not specifically mentioned are not included in the investment for the programme. Q24. Where will be the classes conducted for PGDM (FM)? The classes for 1 year fulltime PGDM (FM) will be held at the campus of NIFM, Faridabad. Q25. What are the important dates for PGDM (FM) 2014? Following dates are important:Last Date to apply NIFM-NSE Online Test

9th May 2014 12th to 17th May 2014

Declaration of Result of Online Test Dates for Personal Interviews Batch start from

20th May 2014 22nd May to 24th May 2014 16th June 2014

Q26. If I need any further clarification, whom can I contact? In case you need any further assistance or clarification you can contact Education Counselors at 9718930064 / 9582230057 / 011-49393057 / 49393062. You can also email to – [email protected] ******