You can opt for:

• Classroom Program – REGULAR
• Classroom Program  - SPRINT
• Live Virtual Classroom Program
• Distance Learning Program

CLASSROOM PROGRAM REGULAR 200 hours of classes Six Months Program Online Study Material Online quizzes & assignments	CLASSROOM PROGRAM SPRINT 100 hours of classes 3 months of Classroom Sessions Online Study Material Online quizzes & assignments
LIVE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM PROGRAM Live Online  classes Online Study Material Online quizzes & assignments	DISTANCE LEARNING REGULAR Online Study Material Online quizzes & assignments Faculty support via email

* For Classroom Program SPRINT, classes will be conducted only for Excel Proficiency, Financial Modeling & Report Writing. The rest of the courses on the program will be self-study via online mode.

Program Objective

The objective is to groom the candidates for entry level jobs in the finance sector which require financial analysis and modeling skills. The program aims to impart the necessary skills required to perform the role of a Financial Research Analyst. The program equips students with the practical skill sets required to perform financial analysis, modeling and valuation through Excel.

Program Content

The program comprises of the following courses. Each course includes topics which are relevant providing conceptual as well as practical knowledge required for the job.

1. Accounting Fundamentals

   Introduction to Accounting Basic Accounting Principles Income Statement Balance Sheet Cash Flow Statement Financial Ratio Analysis Reading the Annual Report International Accounting Standards

2. Economic Analysis

   Introduction - Relevance of Economics Microeconomics Macroeconomics

3. Financial Management

   Time value of money Long term financing Cost of capital Risk and return Capital Structure Dividend Policy Working Capital Requirements Equity and Industry Analysis

4. Financial Markets

   Financial Markets & Intermediaries Equity Market Structure Equity Market Analysis Portfolio Management

5. Excel Proficiency

   Formatting of Excel Sheets Use of Excel Formulae Function Advanced Modeling Techniques Data Filter and Sort Charts and Graphs Table formula and Scenario building Introduction to macros

6. Financial Modeling & Valuation and Sector Overview

   Introduction to Data Gathering and Financial Modeling Prepare an Income Statement Prepare a Balance Sheet Prepare YTD Cash Flow Statement Prepare Geographic Revenue Sheet Prepare Segment Revenue Sheet Prepare Cost Statement Prepare Debt Sheet Analyze Revenue Drivers Forecast Geographic Revenues Forecast Segment Revenues Forecast Cost Statement Forecast Debt Proforma Adjustments Income Statement - Compute Margins Forecast Income Statement - Part A Forecast Income Statement - Part B Balance Sheet -Compute Ratios Forecast Balance Sheet Quarterly CFS and schedules CFS Projection CFS Projection - Part A CFS Projection - Part B Basics Of Valuation Valuation- Discounted Cash Flow Method (DCF) Valuation – Relative Valuation Valuation – Assumptions for Valuation Model Prepare Valuation Model Prepare Valuation Model - Part A Prepare Valuation Model - Part B Prepare Valuation Model - Part C Prepare Presentation Sheet(PS) Prepare Presentation Sheet(PS) -Part A Prepare Company Overview (CO) Prepare Company Overview (CO) - Part A Sector Overview

7. Report Writing

   Report Writing

Teaching Methodology

The entire program will be taught using case studies and lucid examples for the student to understand application of theoretical concepts. The classroom program will be conducted by experienced faculty from the industry, this would keep the students abreast of the latest industry happenings. Online Program students can get their doubts clarified by email. Those who have opted for Classroom Program SPRINT will have to study the first four modules online (i.e. self study), classes will be conducted only for Excel Proficiency, Financial Modeling & Report Writing.

Online reference material will be provided for all modules to all students immediately on enrolment. The students will be provided user id and password to access the course content from IMS Proschool website. Students would be required to read the specific online reference material, attempt online quizzes, and submit assignments / projects to become eligible to appear for the final examination. Students may also be required to do some additional reading and collate information from the internet as a part of the exercise during the program

IMS Certification Criteria 

Candidates will be granted the certification only if they fulfill the following criteria.

• Education: Candidate must be at least a graduate or equivalent. Those in the final year will receive the certification only after they provide the proof of graduation. All candidates should undergo the training program of IMS Proschool and successfully complete the online quizzes and assignments.
• Examination: The candidate has to pass the certification exam conducted by IMS Proschool at NSE Centres. The candidates will be evaluated on their performance in the online quizzes, assignments and final examination. Only those who have successfully completed the online quizzes and assignments will be eligible to appear for the Final Certification Examination.

About the IMS Certification Examination

• The Certification Examination will be conducted at NSE Centres in select cities.  
• The exams are normally conducted in the last week of every Feb, May, Aug, Nov. Students can therefore pace themselves accordingly and target for any of the above mentioned exam months. One will have to register for the exam at least 45 days prior to the exam date.
• The students will have to register for these exams at IMS Proschool.
• The examination is a computer based test and will comprise of multiple choice questions. The exact paper structure will be communicated to the students by IMS Proschool before every exam since the structure is subject to change.
• The students will receive their scores immediately after the exam.
• Those who fail the examination can reappear for the exam by paying a repeat fee of Rs.3000/- . There is no limit on number of attempts.

Program Duration & Fees

* The fees are inclusive on one time exam fee. There is a repeat exam fee of Rs.3000/- for every re-attempt.
* Fee is subject to change. Fee paid once will not be refunded.

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In which cities is the classroom program offered?

The program is currently offered in Mumbai and Pune.

Academic Cycle

Classroom Program REGULAR: The program commences twice in a year in the month of June and December.

Classroom Program SPRINT: Training program will be conducted in the month of March and September / June and December. Therefore the students should ensure that they complete the first four courses before they come to class.

Live Virtual Classroom Program: Contact IMS Proschool for exact batch details

Distance Learning Program: The course is available throughout the year.

NOTE: IMS Proschool reserves the right to postpone or cancel the program. It also reserves the right to modify or cancel any module in the curriculum