IIM Kozhikode Executive Programme In Applied Finance – Batch 02
The Executive Programme in Applied Finance (EPAF) at IIM Kozhikode is a course designed to provide participants with advanced knowledge and skills in financial management.
As the corporate landscape grows more complex in today’s world, financial decision-making plays a pivotal role in determining a company’s trajectory. To address the demands of the contemporary business environment, IIM Kozhikode’s Executive Programme in Applied Finance (EPAF) (Batch 02) emerges as a strategic choice for professionals seeking a competitive edge. This programme equips participants with the necessary expertise to navigate the intricacies of financial management.
Pedagogy
The teaching approach will be highly interactive taking advantage of the technological benefits. The pedagogy followed for the programme will be a judicious blend of lectures, case studies, and participants experience sharing.
Key Learning Outcomes
This programme will provide the participants with :
- Understand how to solve modern corporate finance problems
- Build knowledge for communication with finance executives as well as external stake holders
- Gain extensive knowledge of varied financial topics with a focus on real-world applications
- Acquire cross-functional competencies in the domain of Applied Finance
- Learn business valuations methods like Discounted Cash Flow Method, Economic Value Added (EVA), Relative valuation, and Valuation of IPOs
- Leverage programme knowledge and competencies to navigate volatile market conditions
- Acquire the overall techniques and nuances required to develop financial strategies across all business realms
Programme Highlights
Contextually designed 10-month programme for working professionals
Campus immersion module of 2 days
Peer-learning & networking opportunities
IIM Kozhikode Executive Alumni status
Opportunity to connect with other aspiring professionals and build a network of valuable connections
The program is taught by experienced faculty and business leaders who can provide valuable insights
Programme Delivery
Sessions will be conducted via a state-of-the-art Interactive Learning (IL) platform and delivered in Direct-to-Device (D2D) mode that can be accessed by learners on their Desktop, Laptop, Tablet or Smartphone.
Campus Immersion
- There will be 2 days of campus immersion at IIM Kozhikode.
- The in-campus modules are subjected to the conditions that prevail at the point of time. These conditions pertaining to the pandemic or other unavoidable reasons. In case the on-campus module is not confirmed due to COVID-19 situation, the same will be included in the total number of online sessions.
Who should attend?
- Junior to senior level mangers working in the public and private sectors who want to gain a understanding in Applied Finance
- Young executives looking to build specialised competency in the Finance domain
- Both finance and non-finance professionals can benefit from the programme
Eligibility Criteria
- Diploma (10+2+3) or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) or Integrated Master’s Degree (10+2+5) or equivalent from a recognised university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU) in any discipline
- Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience* after completion of qualifying education
*Internships and Training experience will not be considered as full-time work experience.
Admission Criteria
- The selection will be based on candidate’s profile evaluation, subject to meeting eligibility criteria
- Final selection of participants will be solely done by IIM Kozhikode
How It Works
Step 1
Select the course of your interest and register
Step 2
Receive Counselling from our Programme Advisors
Step 3
Pay the Preliminary Course Fee
Step 4
Get your documents verified & appear for Interview if applicable
Step 5
Obtain the Offer Letter and Give your Acceptance
Step 6
Complete Onboarding and commence Course
Programme Fee
| Particulars | Amount (₹)* |
| Programme Fee | ₹2,34,000 + GST |
- *18% GST will be additional as applicable.
- *All fees will be collected by BCCL.
- Please note that the Processing Fee shall not be refunded in the following circumstances:
- In case candidate rejects the offer issued by the Institute; and
- In case the application is rejected due to submission of incomplete documents and/or providing incomplete information and/or eligibility criteria not fulfilled.
Installment Schedule
| Installment I | At the time of application | ₹20,000 + GST |
| At the time of admission | ₹55,000 + GST | |
| Installment II | 10th February, 2024 | ₹55,000 + GST |
| Installment III | 10th April, 2024 | ₹55,000 + GST |
| Installment IV | 10th June, 2024 | ₹49,000 + GST |
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 16th December, 2023 |
| Classes Start Date | 23rd December, 2023 |
| Programme End Date | October 2024 |
Assessment & Evaluation
- Evaluation methodology is at the discretion of the faculty. The methodology includes online exams, case analysis, class contribution, and any other component as decided by the faculty.
- The programme may require participants to work on individual/group assignments and/or projects. The main objective of such assignments/projects will be to help the participants apply their conceptual learning in the programme to actual organisational decision scenarios. The participants will have to secure the minimum pass marks in the respective evaluation components.
Attendance Criteria
A minimum of 75% attendance is a prerequisite for the successful completion of the programme.
Certification & Alumni Status
- Participants who successfully meet the evaluation criteria and satisfy the requisite attendance criteria, will be awarded a ‘Certificate of Completion’.
- Participants who are unable to clear the evaluation criteria but have the requisite attendance will be awarded a ‘Certificate of Participation’.
- Successful participants will also be accorded IIM Kozhikode Executive Education Alumni status.
Sample Certificate
Disclaimer: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Kozhikode.
Module 1 – Introduction to Financial Analysis
1
1.1 : Introduction to Financial Reporting and Statements
2
1.2 : Balance Sheet; Income Statement
3
1.3 : Cash Flow Statement
4
1.4: Financial Statement Analysis
Module 2 – Mathematics and Economics in Finance: A Primer
1
2.1 : Statistics and Mathematics for Finance
2
2.2 : MS Excel Tools for Finance
3
2.3 : Economics for Finance
Module 3 – Financial Markets and Instruments
1
3.1 : Indian Financial System
2
3.2 : Financial Markets and Instruments
3
3.3 : Recent Trends in Financial Markets
4
3.4 : Start-up Finance
Module 4 – Corporate Finance
1
4.1 : Time Value of Money
2
4.2 : Making Capital Investment Decisions
3
4.3 : Net Present Value and Other Investment Rules
4
4.4 : Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)
5
4.5 : Activity based Learning 1: Estimation of WACC for a listed company
Module 5 – Business Valuation
1
5.1 : Discounted Cash Flow Method
2
5.2 : Real Options Approach to Valuation
3
5.3 : Valuation of International Projects
4
5.4 : Project Finance
Module 6 – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
1
6.1 : M&A Process
2
6.2 : M&A Deal Valuation
3
6.3 : Strategic vs Financial Acquisition
4
6.4 : Cross-border Deals
Module 7 – Fixed Income Securities
1
7.1 : Fixed Income Markets
2
7.2 : Bond Pricing and Duration
3
7.3 : Duration and Convexity
4
7.4 : Term Structure and Trading Strategies
Module 8 – Investment Analysis
1
8.1 : Market Efficiency
2
8.2 : Risk and Return Models
3
8.3 : Portfolio Construction
4
8.4 : Portfolio Evaluation Tools
5
8.5 : Activity-based Learning 2: Portfolio Construction and Analysis of a Mutual Fund
Module 9 – Equity Research
1
9.1 : Stock Analysis: A Contrarian Approach
2
9.2 : Understanding Business Models
3
9.3 : Qualitative Analysis of Companies
4
9.4 : Behavioural Aspects in Investments
5
9.5 : Activity-based Learning 3: Stock Selection
Module 10 - Financial Derivatives
1
10.1 : Options, Futures, and Swaps
2
10.2 : Pricing of Derivatives
3
10.3 : Hedging with Derivatives
4
10.4 : Trading Strategies
5
10.5 : Activity based Learning 4: Option Trading Strategy
Class Timings:
Saturdays: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
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