India’s BFSI Sector Is Booming
The Indian Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, creating massive demand for skilled professionals:
What is NISM?
The National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) was set up by SEBI to focus on both financial education and developing markets. Nestled on an attractive 72-acre campus outside Mumbai, NISM offers top-class buildings, enthusiastic staff, and unbeatable business connections.
What is PGDM (Securities Markets)?
The Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Securities Markets) is a two-year, AICTE-approved program that blends theoretical knowledge with real-world experience in:
It’s more than a degree—it’s a gateway to an impactful career in securities markets.
How NISM’s PGDM (SM) Aligns with This Surge
The rapid growth in the industry makes NISM’s PGDM (Securities Markets), established by SEBI, a great opportunity to begin your career in the BFSI sector.
| Industry Demand | NISM PGDM (SM) Offering |
| Soaring need for professionals in investment, risk, and compliance | Industry-focused curriculum with dedicated courses on Risk Management, Compliance, and Law |
| BFSI is concentrated on hiring digital-ready talents. | Access to SMART Lab, Bloomberg Terminals, and case-based simulations |
| Need for multi-skilled analysts | Integrated learning in Finance, Economics, Quant, and Data Analytics |
| Priority on certification-ready professionals | Six embedded NISM certifications, making you industry-ready on Day 1 |
| Recruiters looking for practically trained graduates | Real-time projects, internships, guest lectures, and leadership series with market experts |
Be Future-Ready with NISM:
With BFSI transformation and the surge in securities markets, NISM’s PGDM (SM) puts you at the forefront of a high-demand, high-impact career.
Programme Objectives & Learning Takeaways – At a Glance
| Programme Objectives | Key Learning Takeaways |
| To develop complete professionals for the securities markets ecosystem | Comprehensive understanding of equity, debt, currency & commodity markets |
| To provide a robust grounding in finance, economics, law, compliance, and FinTech | Insights from Finance, Accounting, Economics, Law, and Quantitative Methods |
| To impart industry-relevant and contemporary knowledge through expert faculty | Hands-on exposure via case-based pedagogy, Harvard cases, and SMART Lab |
| To foster analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities | Strong emphasis on analytical skills, critical thinking, and decision-making |
| To blend academic rigour with real-world market exposure | Exposure to live trading simulations, field visits, and Bloomberg terminals |
| To enable students to pursue professional certifications and lifelong learning | Earn six embedded NISM certifications during the course |
| To build leaders who can adapt to evolving global financial landscapes | Insights into ESG investing, FinTech innovation, and global financial practices |
Why Choose NISM?
Career Pathways After PGDM (SM) & Past Recruiters
| Career Segment | Potential Roles | Select Past Recruiters |
| Equity & Debt Markets | Equity Analyst, Fixed Income Analyst, Portfolio Manager | Morningstar, Motilal Oswal, Edelweiss, AK Capital |
| Investment Banking & Advisory | Investment Banker, M&A Analyst, Corporate Finance Associate | JM Financial, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank |
| Risk & Treasury Management | Risk Manager, Treasury Analyst, Treasury Operations Manager | SBI Mutual Fund, RBI, HDFC Bank |
| Mutual Funds & Asset Management | Fund Manager Assistant, Compliance Analyst, Research Analyst | HDFC AMC, UTI AMC, ICICI Prudential, SBI Mutual Fund |
| Wealth & Financial Planning | Wealth Manager, Financial Planner, Investment Advisor | ICICI Bank, UTI AMC, Independent Advisory firms |
| Market Infrastructure Institutions | Operations Manager, Compliance Officer, Business Development Executive | NSE, BSE, NSDL, CDSL |
| FinTech & Data Analytics | Quantitative Analyst, Algo Trader, Data Analyst | KPMG, FinTech startups |
| Research & Compliance | Research Analyst, Compliance Executive, Policy Analyst | CRISIL, SEBI, Capital Market Publishers |
References
Dr. Shubhangi Chaturvedi,
Senior AM, NISM
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