Certificate Program in

Investment Banking & Hedge Fund (Operations)

Build Your 10 LPA+ Career in Core Finance

Investment Banking Operations | Hedge Fund Operations | Market Trading Support | Risk & Compliance Roles

Duration

6 Months

EMI Starts from

₹7,500*

Deadline

14 Feb 2026

Batch Starts

18 Apr 2026
Student

25+

Years of Legacy

25k+

Individuals Inspired

1k+

Institutes Partnered

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Program Structure

Comprehensive learning designed for working professionals and students

Live Learning Format

Weekend

Live sessions in Core Finance

Session Duration

3 Hours

Each on Saturday & Sunday

Total Learning Hours

120 Hours

Comprehensive curriculum

Program Duration

~6 Months

Flexible learning schedule

Mode

Online / Hybrid

Learn from anywhere

Total Program Fee

₹1.25 Lac

Easy instalments available

Learning & Career Enablement

Comprehensive learning designed for working professionals and students

Program Access & Placement Support

Access to all recorded live sessions

100% placement support for 1 year from joining

Assessments & Mock Interviews

General Aptitude Test

FAAT Acumen Assessment Test

Mock Interviews

100% Industry Expert - Led Sessions

Live by seasoned industry professionals

Real-world workflows, live scenarios, and operational case discussions

Learning Platform

Delivered through official Learning Management System (LMS)

Accessible via web platform

Program Access & Placement Support

Access to all recorded live sessions

100% placement support for 1 year from joining

Assessments & Mock Interviews

General Aptitude Test

FAAT Acumen Assessment Test

Mock Interviews

100% Industry Expert - Led Sessions

Live by seasoned industry professionals

Real-world workflows, live scenarios, and operational case discussions

Learning Platform

Delivered through official Learning Management System (LMS)

Accessible via web platform

Ready to Transform Your Finance Career?

Join our weekend program and build expertise in Investment Banking & Hedge Fund Operations

Certificates Awarded

Three certificates on successful completion

Investment Banking and Hedge Funds Operations

Investment Banking and Hedge Funds Operations

Why Choose this Program?

01

Clear Career Outcomes

Graduates move into core finance operations roles with a career trajectory of ₹12 - 30 LPA within 3 - 5 years*, depending on role progression and performance.

02

Measurable Return on Investment

The program is designed for fast employability, with an ROI horizon of ~6 - 12 months, based on role entry and individual outcomes.

03

Built for Core Finance Roles

Structured specifically for Investment Banking Operations, Hedge Fund Operations, Trade Support, and Risk roles, the execution and control functions that enable global financial markets.

04

Live & Immersive Learning Experience

Delivered through live, interactive sessions, including immersive modules across Investment Banking, Hedge Funds, Equity Research, and Risk-focused functions, ensuring learning goes beyond theory.

05

100% Industry-Backed, Role-Mapped Learning

Curriculum is built around industry-backed case studies and real-life use cases, mapped directly to job responsibilities within global investment banks and hedge funds.

06

Designed for Long-Term Career Growth

Develops operational expertise and strategic financial acumen valued by hiring companies, offering global exposure, stability across market cycles, and clear long-term progression paths.

01

Clear Career Outcomes

Graduates move into core finance operations roles with a career trajectory of ₹12 - 30 LPA within 3 - 5 years*, depending on role progression and performance.

02

Measurable Return on Investment

The program is designed for fast employability, with an ROI horizon of ~6 - 12 months, based on role entry and individual outcomes.

03

Built for Core Finance Roles

Structured specifically for Investment Banking Operations, Hedge Fund Operations, Trade Support, and Risk roles, the execution and control functions that enable global financial markets.

04

Live & Immersive Learning Experience

Delivered through live, interactive sessions, including immersive modules across Investment Banking, Hedge Funds, Equity Research, and Risk-focused functions, ensuring learning goes beyond theory.

05

100% Industry-Backed, Role-Mapped Learning

Curriculum is built around industry-backed case studies and real-life use cases, mapped directly to job responsibilities within global investment banks and hedge funds.

06

Designed for Long-Term Career Growth

Develops operational expertise and strategic financial acumen valued by hiring companies, offering global exposure, stability across market cycles, and clear long-term progression paths.

Curriculum Overview

The program curriculum is structured into four focused parts, designed to build core finance capability along with industry readiness for global finance roles.

Investment Banking

Part 18 Weeks
  • Equities, fixed income, money markets, and derivatives
  • Trade lifecycle, settlement, corporate actions, and static data
  • Advanced operations, including forex, commodities, collateral management, and stock lending

Hedge Funds

Part 28 Weeks
  • Hedge fund strategies, products, and derivatives
  • Option strategies, Greeks, and swaps
  • NAV calculations, fund administration, reconciliation, and live trading exposure
  • Accounting, taxation, and private equity context

Financial Modelling

Part 36 Weeks
  • Income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow analysis
  • Valuation techniques including DCF, FCFF, and FCFE
  • Ratio analysis, advanced modelling concepts, and LBO case studies
  • Live case-based financial statement preparation

Industry Readiness

Part 44 Weeks
  • Personal branding, LinkedIn visibility, and professional communication
  • Resume building, ATS optimisation, and interview readiness
  • Mock interviews, stress interviews, and detailed performance feedback
  • Strength - weakness assessment and interview mastery frameworks
Curriculum Diagram

Outcome

By the end of the program, learners are equipped with:

  • Core finance and operations expertise
  • Hands-on market and modelling exposure
  • Job readiness for investment banking & hedge fund operations roles

What Our Students Say Students Say

From financial modelling to IPO strategies, this MBA has shaped my future in global finance.

Saloni Bhosle
Saloni Bhosle

FFOI's faculty combines deep industry knowledge with practical insights, making learning impactful and relevant.

Pai Nitesh Nagesh
Pai Nitesh Nagesh

The practical learning approach and industry connections have made all the difference in my career.

Mitali Goyal
Mitali Goyal

FFOI's comprehensive curriculum has given me a competitive edge in the world of investment banking.

Melvin Rodrigues
Melvin Rodrigues

FFOI's MBA program has provided me with the skills and confidence to excel in investment banking.

Akhtar Shah
Akhtar Shah

The live market simulations have been invaluable for real-world finance applications.

Ishwari Kalsekar
Ishwari Kalsekar

The MBA in Investment Banking has opened doors to a global career in finance.

Adwait Sunil
Adwait Sunil

The hands-on training and industry exposure have made me job-ready for top financial firms.

Falak Nawab
Falak Nawab

Who Should Apply?

This program is suited for candidates who:

Student
Student

Are 10+2+3 / 10+2+4 graduates from Commerce or Engineering backgrounds with minimum 50% marks

Are final-year students seeking structured entry into core finance roles

Aspire to careers in investment banking operations, hedge fund operations, trade support, risk, or compliance

No prior coding or advanced mathematics background is mandatory.

The curriculum builds skills progressively.

Learn from the Best of Industry Industry

Dr. Asim Kumar Sengupta

Dr. Asim Kumar Sengupta

Former Director – SPJIMR, SIESCOMs

Dr. A.K. SenGupta, a Ph.D. in Commerce, is a renowned teacher, researcher, and thinker in the realm of higher education in India....Read More

Company 1Company 2
Mr. Vinayak Kudva

Mr. Vinayak Kudva

Honorary CEO

Vinayak Kudva is a mentor, strategist, and education leader with 20+ years of experience shaping finance and management careers across India, driving academic excellence and industry-aligned career pathways....Read More

Finance Forum of India (FFOI)
Munira Lokhandwala

Munira Lokhandwala

Director of Content management & Investment Strategy

IIM Calcutta alumna with 24 years' experience; CFA, FRM; finance-academics leader in strategy, analytics, and education. She is a Program Director | Author | Strategist | Mentor MBA | IIM...Read More

Wizda Learning Solutions
Vishal Bhojani

Vishal Bhojani

Investment Banker

He is a Program Head | Investment Banker | Entrepreneur | Trainer & Coach. Vishal has worked with industry giants, including JP Morgan and BNP Paribas....Read More

Ex-JP Morgan, BNP Paribas
Fenil Zaveri

Fenil Zaveri

Financial Analyst

Fenil Zaveri, CFA, is the Founder of Private Wealth Solutions. Fenil is a seasoned finance leader with expertise across wealth advisory, equity derivative trading, sustainable investing, and market strategy....Read More

Ex-JP Morgan
Ashish Chodankar

Ashish Chodankar

Ex- Chief Manager

Ashish brings 22+ years of leadership in financial management experience across banking and capital markets....Read More

ICICI Bank & ICICI Securities

Why Choose this Program Section

Investment Banking & Hedge Fund Operations are not support roles — they are control, risk, and execution infrastructure of global finance.

Global Capital Markets
USD 270+ Trillion

Global capital markets across equities and fixed income are processed, reconciled, and risk-managed by global investment banks and hedge funds.

Investment Banking Revenues
USD 150+ Billion

Annual investment banking revenues depend on seamless trade execution, settlement, and control functions.

Hedge Fund AUM
USD 4.5 Trillion

Projected to reach USD 8 - 9 trillion by 2030, requires robust operations and risk frameworks.

Derivatives Market
USD 600+ Trillion

Depends on clearing, margining, collateral management, and reconciliation expertise.

Operations & Risk Infrastructure
USD 300+ Billion

Annual global spend on operations, risk, compliance, and financial infrastructure roles.

Global Capital Markets
USD 270+ Trillion

Global capital markets across equities and fixed income are processed, reconciled, and risk-managed by global investment banks and hedge funds.

Investment Banking Revenues
USD 150+ Billion

Annual investment banking revenues depend on seamless trade execution, settlement, and control functions.

Hedge Fund AUM
USD 4.5 Trillion

Projected to reach USD 8 - 9 trillion by 2030, requires robust operations and risk frameworks.

Derivatives Market
USD 600+ Trillion

Depends on clearing, margining, collateral management, and reconciliation expertise.

Operations & Risk Infrastructure
USD 300+ Billion

Annual global spend on operations, risk, compliance, and financial infrastructure roles.

Illustrative Career Paths that Define Success

Step into the operational engine room of global finance and build a sustainable career!

Nidhi Mehta
Nidhi Mehta
Investment Banking Operations Analyst

Trade Lifecycle Specialist

  • Manages end-to-end trade processing and settlements
  • Handles reconciliation and exception management
  • Supports global trading desks
Starting Salary
₹12 LPA
Top Salary
₹40 - ₹70 LPA+
Kunal Sharma
Kunal Sharma
Hedge Fund Operations Associate

Portfolio Operations Expert

  • Supports hedge fund NAV, trade capture, and reconciliations
  • Coordinates with custodians and prime brokers
  • Ensures operational accuracy across portfolios
Starting Salary
₹10 - ₹15 LPA
Top Salary
₹50 - ₹80 LPA+
Priya Iyer
Priya Iyer
Risk & Compliance Analyst

Control & Governance Specialist

  • Ensures AML, KYC, and regulatory compliance
  • Monitors operational and counterparty risk
  • Supports audit and regulatory reporting
Starting Salary
₹12 LPA
Top Salary
₹40 - ₹70 LPA+
Rajiv Malhotra
Rajiv Malhotra
Trade Support Specialist

Front-Office Enabler

  • Works closely with traders and sales desks
  • Resolves trade breaks and settlement issues
  • Ensures smooth daily trading operations
Starting Salary
₹9 - ₹14 LPA
Top Salary
₹45 - ₹75 LPA+
Aditi Joshi
Aditi Joshi
Reference Data & Corporate Actions Analyst

Data Control Expert

  • Manages security master and static data
  • Processes corporate actions and lifecycle events
  • Ensures data integrity across systems
Starting Salary
₹12 LPA
Top Salary
₹35 - ₹60 LPA+
Aniket Mehta
Aniket Mehta
Collateral & Margin Operations Specialist

Risk Buffer Manager

  • Handles margin calls and collateral movements
  • Manages CSA agreements
  • Supports counterparty risk management
Starting Salary
₹10 - ₹14 LPA
Top Salary
₹45 - ₹80 LPA+

Admissions Open - Hurry up! Secure your spot

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Batch Starts
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Note: Admission Cycles 2 and 3 will open only if seats remain available after Cycle 1.

*The batch start date may be advanced if seats are filled earlier in Cycle 1.

Admissions Process

Open Admissions | First-Come, First-Served

STEP 01
Pay Admission Fee

Pay ₹5,000 upfront to initiate admission and block your seat. (Amount adjusted against total program fee)

STEP 02
Submit Application Details

Complete your application form with personal and academic details after payment.

STEP 03
Admission Confirmation

Your admission is confirmed automatically upon successful payment and form submission.

FINAL STEP
Enrollment & Onboarding

Choose full payment or EMI option, complete enrollment, and receive LMS access & program details before batch start.

Scholarship

Limited Merit-Based Scholarships Available (Limited Seats)

Scholarships may be offered based on:

Scholarship
Academic performance
Profile evaluation
Program interview clearance

Program Fee & Payment Plan

Flexible, Student-Friendly Payment Options

Total Program Fee
₹1,25,000
Upfront Admission Fee
₹5,000
Payable at application • Confirms your seat
Remaining via EMI
₹1,20,000
Flexible EMI through our partners

EMI & Financing Support

GreyQuest
Kuhoo Finance
  • Up to 100% payment assistance for the remaining fee
  • Interest-free EMI options available
  • Flexible EMI tenures as per partner policies
  • No collateral required; approval subject to eligibility and documentation

Important Notes

  • EMI and financing support are facilitated through third-party partners (GreyQuest and Kuhoo Finance)
  • Approval is subject to the respective partner's terms, conditions, and eligibility criteria
  • FFOI does not guarantee EMI or financing approval
  • Our admissions team will assist you with the EMI application process after admission confirmation

Why Choose Finance Forum of India (FFOI)?

Student
Nationally Recognised, Pan Indian Presence

Finance Forum of India (FFOI) is a Section 8 Not-for-Profit organisation, established in 2000, operating with a public-interest mandate and aligned with national education and skill frameworks.

Years of Legacy in Finance Education

With 25+ years of experience, FFOI has trained 25,000+ learners and engaged 1,000+ institutions, building long-term finance capability rather than short-term certifications.

Role-Based Finance Programs

Programs are designed around Financial Engineering, Investment Banking, and hedge fund Operations, Asset Management, BFSI, Corporate Finance, and aligned to real market roles.

Assessment-Led Career Mapping

Through structured finance aptitude and skill assessments, FFOI helps learners identify domain fit, skill gaps, and realistic career paths.

Strong Institutional & Industry Partnerships

FFOI works with students, professionals, universities, B-schools, corporates, and skill ecosystems to deliver outcome-oriented finance education.

Professional Membership & Industry Forums

Operates national membership networks, finance conclaves, and leadership forums, enabling professional networking and industry exposure.

Student

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our program

A: This is a short-term, NSQF-aligned certificate program focused on investment banking and hedge fund operations, not a degree program.

A: No. Skills are built progressively from fundamentals.

A: Investment Banking Operations, Hedge Fund Operations, Trade Support, Risk & Compliance, Collateral Operations.

A: Starting salaries: ₹8 - 15 LPA | Top roles: ₹40 - 80 LPA+ | ROI horizon: ~12 - 18 months.

A: Yes. Limited merit-based scholarships are available.

A: Graduates (10+2+3 / 10+2+4) from Commerce or Engineering with 60%+ marks. Final-year students may apply.

A: Placements are not guaranteed; outcomes depend on performance and market conditions.

A: Global Investment Banks, Hedge Funds, Custodians, Asset Managers, FinTech, Financial Services firms.

A: It is highly practical, using real trade workflows, case studies, and operational simulations.

A: 9-Week Certificate Program | NSQF Aligned | RT-MSSU Affiliated | NCVT Mapped.

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If you are serious about building a stable, global career in Investment Banking and Hedge Fund Operations, this program is built for you.