The Banking and Financial Services course by CPMI offers a comprehensive curriculum covering financial institutions, banking operations, investment strategies, risk management, and industry regulations. With a focus on practical skills and real-world applications, the course prepares students for careers in banking, investment, corporate finance, and more. Additionally, CPMI provides strong placement security, offering exclusive job opportunities, industry connections, and career support to ensure students transition smoothly into successful roles in the financial services industry.
Course Objective
1. Understand Financial Institutions: To gain knowledge of the structure, functions, and operations of banks and financial institutions.
2. Master Financial Markets and Products: To develop an understanding of various financial markets, investment products, and services available to clients.
3. Analyze Financial Data: To enhance skills in analyzing financial statements, market trends, and investment opportunities for informed decision-making.
4. Learn Risk Management: To gain proficiency in identifying, assessing, and managing financial risks within banking and financial services.
5. Understand Regulatory Frameworks: To learn about the regulations governing financial institutions, banking laws, and compliance practices.
6. Career Development & Placement Security: To equip students with practical skills for the workforce and provide placement support for successful career entry into the finance sector.
Basic Computer Topics
Word Processing
- Basic Document Creation: Using word processors like Microsoft Word or Google Docs.
- Formatting Text: Fonts, sizes, styles, and alignment.
- Document Features: Inserting images, tables, hyperlinks, and page numbers.
Spreadsheets
- Spreadsheet Basics: Using software like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
- Cell Operations: Entering data, formulas, functions (SUM, AVERAGE, IF).
- Data Visualization: Creating charts and graphs.
Presentation Software
- Creating Presentations: Using Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides.
- Slide Design: Adding text, images, and multimedia.
- Slide Transitions and Animations: Enhancing presentations with visual effects.
Internet and Browsing
- Basic Web Browsing: Using browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari).
- Search Engines: Using Google, Bing, and other search engines effectively.
- Internet Safety: Recognizing phishing, avoiding malware, safe browsing practices.
Email and Communication
- Email Basics: Using email clients (Outlook, Gmail), composing, sending, and managing emails.
- Email Etiquette: Professional communication, subject lines, signatures.
- Attachments and Links: Sending and receiving files, inserting hyperlinks.
Banking and Finance
Introduction to Banking and Finance
- Basics of Banking: Types of banks, core banking services, payment systems.
- Fundamentals of Finance: Financial instruments, markets, and regulations.
Financial Management
- Principles: Time value of money, risk and return, financial ratios.
- Corporate Finance: Capital budgeting, capital structure, working capital management.
- Investment Analysis: Equities, bonds, mutual funds, analysis techniques.
Information Technology in Banking
- Core Banking Systems: Software functionality, integration with services.
- Digital Banking: Features of online and mobile banking, security measures.
- Financial Software Applications: ERP systems, trading platforms.
Data Management and Analytics
- Data Management: Storage, integrity, and quality.
- Data Analytics: Analysis tools, financial modeling, big data impact.
Cybersecurity in Financial Services
- Fundamentals: Protecting data, recognizing threats, regulatory compliance.
- Risk Management: IT risk assessment, control measures.
Financial Technology (FinTech)
- Overview: Innovations in digital banking, blockchain, AI in finance.
- Practical Applications: Case studies, project work, simulations.
Ethics and Professional Standards
- Ethical Considerations: Privacy, insider trading, conflict of interest.
- Professional Standards: Codes of conduct, continuing education.