Certificate Course in Financial Reporting & Analysis

Financial Reporting & Analysis

This short-term introductory course is intended to groom aspiring journalists as knowledgeable and resourceful financial writers employable in both print and electronic media and corporate houses. It is also designed to be ideal for freelancers, financial content writers and PR staff of corporates.

A comprehensive syllabus has been formulated by us covering all the segments of financial journalism with the latest updates of the changing trends in the field. A well experienced faculty of seasoned journalists and financial experts has been drawn to give their best to those who join the course. And what’s more, Myfin’s most advanced editorial and production facilities will be available for the students to have excellent hands-on training in the various segments of what is called integrated media. This programme offered by MIME, emphasizes on inherent qualities within to bring out the best.

Programme Highlights

  • A most advanced and contemporary programme
  • Live classes by well experienced faculty
  • Real life case studies & simulation based pedagogy
  • Hands on in house training and outside assignments
  • Campus absorption

Admission Procedure

  • Selection: Candidates are selected after an online written aptitude test and interview
  • Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline with an aptitude for financial journalism. Admission is also open to candidates having post graduate/ diploma in general journalism and those who want to specialize in financial journalism
  • Assessment & Evaluation: Evaluation methodology is the discretion of the faculty. The methodology includes online exams, case analysis, class contribution and any other component as decided by the faculty
  • Attendance: A minimum of 75% attendance is a prerequisite for the successful completion of this programme.
  • Assignments: The programme may require participants to work on individual/group assignments and/or projects.

Additional Certifications

Fundamentals of the capital market

Fundamentals of the capital market

The introduction of newer and newer financial products, the changing landscape of the Financial Services Sector, falling interest rates and increase in financial crime have all made it imperative to become financially literate. In this module, you will be introduced to the Banking and Financial Services Sector and the rapid changes which are being witnessed. You will learn about different financial products, the concept of Risk and Reward and importantly, the need for Regulation. You will learn in depth about the role of the Capital Market, the Primary and the Secondary Markets and the IPO Process.

  1. The Financial Landscape
  2. Savings and Investments
  3. Different Asset Classes
  4. Regulators
  5. Capital Markets
  6. The IPO Process
  7. Introduction to Mutual Funds
  8. Introduction to Derivatives
  9. The Debt Market and the role of Credit Rating
Financial planning

Financial planning

Financial Planning plays a significant role in helping individuals to get the most out of their money. In this module, you will get an introduction to the principles of financial planning. It will also provide an overview of the financial planning process, the key pieces of terminology relating to the process and the regulatory framework which governs it.

  1. Introduction and Background
  2. Related Activities
  3. The Financial Plan
  4. Cashflow Planning and Modelling
  5. Behavioral Finance and Financial Planning
  6. Risk
  7. The Regulatory Framework
  8. The Future Landscape
Anti money laundering

Anti money laundering

Money Laundering is a Global problem and tackling the issue is high on the international agenda. Combating money laundering is a major challenge for the financial sector across the globe. In this module, you will learn about anti-money laundering legislation and regulation with focus on the UK, the role of the money laundering reporting officer, how to report suspected money laundering, terrorist financing and the sanctions and penalties that can be imposed for money laundering.

  1. Introduction to Money Laundering
  2. UK Legislation and Regulation
  3. Money Laundering Regulations
  4. Proceeds of Crime Act 2002
  5. Terrorist Financing
  6. Suspicious Activity Reporting
  7. Money Laundering Reporting Officer
  8. Sanctions
Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrencies exist as both an intangible and in some cases, as an unbacked source of wealth and a minable finite asset. The full potential and the risks are still not fully understood or known. In this module, you will learn what is a cryptocurrency, how and whether they can be regulated, the way they are traded and what role they might paly in the future.

  1. Bitcoins
  2. Altcoins
  3. Central Bank Digital Currency
  4. Trading Cryptocurrency
  5. The Impact of Cryptocurrency
Public speaking without weak

Public speaking without weak

The development of good communication skills is absolutely essential in the financial services and financial journalism sectors when considering the many conference calls, meetings, presentations and workshops and public events which feature in the agendas of many professionals. In this module, you will get a solid introduction to mastering the ability to communicate effectively in front of an audience, commonly known as public speaking.

  1. The Basics
  2. Structure and content of your speech
  3. Delivering your speech
  4. Overcoming fear and learning from experience