Top Certificate Programs in Finance

Course - Certified Expert in Microfinance

In March 2014, the Frankfurt School‘s most successful e-learning course “Certified Expert in Microfinance”will start once again. The online course, which is based on Frankfurt School’s broad experience in practical project work and theoretical business school education programs, is tailored to the needs of microfinance practitioners and loan officers, as well as all who are active or interested in Microfinance.

Frankfurt School delivers applicable content that will help to achieve personal career objectives and make an impact on the bottom line of participants’ institutions. The6-month part-time certification course matches individual schedules. It is up to the participant when and where to study. This allows balancing a busy workload and family obligations with an intellectually stimulating programme.... [-]

This two-year program prepares students to execute accounting, finance and business-related tasks in a computerized environment of a company’s finance or accounting department. Topics covered include manual and computerized accounting, business computer applications such as Word, Excel, marketing, management, finance, entrepreneurship, etc.

With the Computerized Financial Management Attestation, you will:

Learn the foundations of international finance and the history and structure of international financial markets. You will discover the basic forces behind international investment flows and gain an understanding of the financial management techniques used by multinational firms. Determine the functions of foreign exchange spot trading, forward and derivatives transactions, and learn alternative financing and payment methods.

A course accredited by the EFPA (European Financial Planning Association) to prepare for the EIP (European Investment Practitioner) certification exam. With this, you will be able to prove your worth and professionally yield high-level results in the field of banking and consulting which grows mostly in developed countries. The program is offered in an online format.

The online Financial Advising program allows you to acquire the necessary understanding that will make you a professional qualified to properly advise on current financial products in compliance with current regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, topics such as:... [-]

You are not required to submit a TOEFL exam result in order to apply and be admitted into the University.

Enhance Your Business Acumen With a Certificate in Financial Management

Executives with expertise in corporate finance inform and drive some of the most critical decisions impacting any business organization, whether they involve mergers, acquisitions, investment, equity allocation, or any of a myriad of other crucial areas. A solid foundation in finance is required of any entrepreneur, as well.

CalSouthern’s financial management certificate online program provides that foundation. It’s a graduate-level online certificate program taught by a talented faculty with business leadership experience. The online program is flexible and convenient. You’ll never have to battle traffic to attend a class or spend your weekends on campus. You can study from home, on your time, without interfering with your work and personal commitments. Monthly course starts mean you don’t have to wait until the beginning of a semester to begin your program.... [-]

The Graduate Certificate in Government Financial Management is designed primarily for individuals who are interested in careers in government financial reporting, government auditing, and government contracting and budgeting. It also prepares you for the Certified Government Financial Manager and Certified Defense Financial Manager examinations.

Students who want to strengthen their understanding of accounting or individuals seeking to fulfill some of the accounting requirements to sit for the CPA examination, but not wishing to earn a graduate business degree. The certificate courses may satisfy six elective credits in the MBA program or twelve of the prerequisite credits in the M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services program.... [-]

The Online Certificate of Advanced Studies in Financial Crime and Compliance Operations will prepare you to address the growing field of fraud, financial and white collar crime investigation by teaching skills and techniques for gathering, analyzing, and preserving evidence related to financial misdeeds. This certificate draws from a variety of disciplines, including criminal justice, cybersecurity, cybercrime investigation, and ethics, to create a cutting edge approach to the study of the topic. The types of financial crime covered include financial institution fraud (bank fraud, credit/debit card fraud, loan fraud), money laundering, identity theft, wire fraud, insurance fraud, public corruption, health care fraud, embezzlement, environmental and investment fraud.... [-]

Minimum Entry Requirements: you should have a recognised UK Bachelor's degree, or international equivalent, in an appropriate discipline depending on the modules you are interested in undertaking. Your application may be considered if you have previous education and experience, equivalent to a degree-level qualification, which includes suitable preliminary training.

Start of programme: November / February / April / June / August

Mode of Attendance: Online Learning

Fees: £1,260

For those looking to update their professional skills, specialise in a particular area, or see if distance learning is right for them without the commitment of a full programme, an Individual Professional Award (IPA) is the perfect option.... [-]

Sage 50 Payroll 2017 for Beginners is CPD Qualification Standards and CiQ Gold accredited. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills.... [-]

A 4-month intensive program designed for non-financial managers who want to understand and use the main financial and accounting concepts and techniques, for increasing own performance in decision-making. At the end of the program, participants will know to analyze financial statements, to make decisions with a positive impact on the financial health of the company and to use the analysis of financial ratios to improve strategy, for bigger competitive advantage and improved credibility. TIME FRAMECourses: November – February

Preparation of exam and final project: January - FebruaryThe program is organized once a week, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It is a demanding program. In addition to the class sessions, participants spend a significant amount of time on individual and study group work. TOPICS COVERED - Competitive and corporate strategy - Accounting – main concepts and mechanisms - Financial statements - Evaluating financial performance - Ratios analysis - Financial forecasting - Investment decisions - Capital market and financial instruments - The financing decision - Cash flow management - The financial management in crisis situations... [-]

PCIF is designed for busy professionals and it is offered online only where learning is done through INCEIF’s Learning Management system.

Your will need to complete 3 courses within 14 weeks of the semester offered – January or June or September.

Your will be evaluated based on coursework and final examination marks.

This is the last of the three CFA exams! Level III CFA exam explores portfolio management in great depth. It’s important to be hands-on with knowledge of the portfolio management process, from calculating investor constraints, objectives, and capital-market expectations to making asset-allocation decisions.

So it’s ever more necessary that you study with CFA experts who have both training and industry experience! Our classes are unique as we prepare you on all topics of CFA curriculum by teaching concepts and focusing on problem solving in class.

Genesis brings to you, three high quality CFA training solutions taught by CFA charterholders who are subject-matter experts. We offer instructor led CFA classes in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, one to one doubt-clearing sessions, online resources and more. Our solutions also evaluate you at every leap of your journey through practice tests and mock exams.... [-]

Expand Your Knowledge and Earning Potential

Because of the increasing complexity required in making wise financial choices, a growing number of people are looking for smart advice about financial resources and services. This expanding demand has created many new and profitable opportunities for financial service professionals who can provide intelligent and informed guidance.

What is the CFP® certification?

The School of Finance’s Certificate in International Trade and Finance (CITF) is a new professional qualification for Trade, Export and Commodity Finance executives who need to gain and demonstrate a thorough understanding of key procedures, practices and legislation in trade finance on an international level. CITF combines the acquisition of technical knowledge with the skills to apply that knowledge to real situations. It has been developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that it focuses on the essential areas of knowledge that those involved in trade finance need to understand to be effective and successful.