NISM & FPSB India to launch Postgraduate Program in Financial Planning
In a landmark collaboration that will revolutionize Financial Planning Education in India, FPSB India and NISM, have partnered to launch a ‘Postgraduate Program in Financial Planning’ & a series of Capacity Building Initiatives for the securities market’s ecosystem
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Mumbai, Aug 22: In a landmark collaboration that will revolutionize Financial Planning Education in India, FPSB India (Financial Planning Standards Board) and NISM (National Institute of Securities Markets), have partnered to launch a ‘Postgraduate Program in Financial Planning’ & a series of Capacity Building Initiatives for the securities market’s ecosystem.
The PG Program in Financial Planning is designed to equip financial sector aspirants and enhance existing professionals with the knowledge and skills required in the financial services industry. The MoU signed between Krishan Mishra, CEO of FPSB India, and Sunil Kadam, Registrar of NISM aligns with the Union Budget 2024’s focus on skilling and employability, paving the way for enhanced career opportunities for finance professionals.
Krishan Mishra, CEO of FPSB India expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration and said, "We are deeply thankful to Shri Sashi Krishnan, Director of NISM, for his support in this collaboration. We are thrilled to partner with NISM to offer a comprehensive Postgraduate Program in Financial Planning & initiate joint Capacity Building initiatives. This collaboration marks a significant stride in our joint mission to elevate the standards of financial literacy and planning in India. With the Union Budget 2024’s focus on skill development, this program is poised to empower students to build successful careers in the financial planning sector and contribute meaningfully to India’s financial ecosystem.”
Sashi Krishnan, Director of NISM echoed this sentiment, stating, “NISM is committed to capacity building in the securities markets and to enhancing the quality of financial education and fostering a culture of financial responsibility. Our partnership with FPSB India will provide students and financial sector aspirants with a robust curriculum and access to industry experts, preparing them to meet the evolving needs of the financial services industry.”
He added, “This program is another major step towards NISM’s purpose To develop NISM as a premier Institution recognized globally, for capacity building in the securities market ecosystem with the objective of enhancing quality, compliance, efficiency and effectiveness of participants in the market. This would be achieved through skill development, professional training and certification.”
This new PG Program in Financial Planning is set to commence later this year, will offer comprehensive coursework covering essential aspects of financial planning, investment management, risk assessment, and retirement planning. The program is designed to meet the evolving needs of the financial industry and to prepare graduates for successful careers as Certified Financial Planners.
As India continues to evolve as a global financial hub, the collaboration between FPSB India and NISM is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of financial planning education in the country. By combining the expertise and resources of both organizations, the program promises to deliver a world-class educational experience.
