All India Management Association and FinTram Global to Jointly Deliver PGDM in Financial Planning

FinTram Global, a leading provider of financial education and training, and the All-India Management Association (AIMA), the apex body for management professionals in India, announced signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly execute and deliver the Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning to the management students aspiring to specialize in Financial Planning.

The MoU was officially signed by Pankaj Dhingra, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, FinTram Global, and Prof(Dr)Rohit Singh, Director, of the Centre for Management Education, AIMA, at a formal ceremony held in Delhi this week. This partnership underscores the commitment of both organizations to enhance the quality and accessibility of financial planning education in the country.

Key Highlights of the Newly launched PGDM in Financial Planning:

A Dual Certification Program: PGDM Financial Planning from AIMA, and CFP Certification from FPSB. C

Comprehensive Curriculum: The course is designed to cover all essential aspects of financial planning, including investment strategies, risk management, tax planning, retirement planning, and estate planning. It aims to provide a holistic understanding of personal and corporate financial management to the students.

Industry-Relevant Content: Developed by seasoned industry experts and academicians, the curriculum integrates real-world scenarios and case studies to ensure participants gain practical insights and hands-on experience.

Flexible Learning Options: Recognizing the diverse needs of learners, the course offers both online and hybrid learning modes, enabling students and professionals pursuing the PGDM course to balance their studies with their work commitments.

Career Support: Enrolled students will benefit from FinTram Global's and AIMA's extensive networks for career guidance and professional development opportunities.

Pankaj Dhingra, Co-founder & Managing Partner, FinTram Global, remarked, "We are thrilled to partner with AIMA to deliver a course that not only addresses the current demands of the financial planning industry but also addresses future global trends. This collaboration aligns with our mission to provide top-tier education and empower finance planning students and professionals to excel in their careers."

Prof(Dr)Rohit Singh, Director, Centre for Management Education, AIMA, added, "AIMA is dedicated to providing high-quality management education tailored to the dynamic demands of the financial industry. Our collaboration with FinTram Global to implement the PGDM course in Financial Planning reflects our mutual goal of preparing professionals who are well-equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in the financial services sector. We firmly believe that this PGDM course will provide quality professionals to the industry"

Dr. Anuja Pandey, Academic Researcher, Head India Case Research Centre, Professor of Marketing, AIMA, added, 'Implementing the PGDM Course in Financial Planning marks a crucial step in our effort to enhance the quality of financial planning education in India. Partnering with FinTram Global, we intend to offer students a comprehensive educational experience that integrates management principles with specialized skills in financial planning.'

About FinTram Global:

Fintram Global is a leading learning platform, transforming professionals around the world in the domains of accounting and Finance. They are the Global learning provider for CFP, US CPA, US CMA, ACCA, IFRS, and various CPE Courses. They are also an Authorised Education Provider for FPSB India, an Approved Channel Partner for Becker Professional Education - USA, and the Gold - Approved Learning Partner with ACCA UK.

Further, FinTram Global is the preferred education partner with various renowned Business Schools and Institutions like XLRI, LIBA, EDII, CIMP, and many more.

About AIMA:

The All India Management Association (AIMA) is the Voice of India's Leaders and Managers and the apex body of the management profession in India. AIMA is a not-for-profit, non-lobbying organization, and works closely with Industry, Government, Academia, and students to further the cause of the management profession in India.
AIMA has a membership base of over 38000 members and close to 6000 corporate /institutional members, through 68 Local Management Associations affiliated to AIMA. The Association is represented on several policy-making bodies of the Government of India and national associations.

Established in 1957, AIMA has contributed immensely to the enhancement of management capability in the country over the years. AIMA offers various services in the areas of testing, distance education, skill development & training, research, publications, executive education, and management development programs, and special Forums for Young Leaders, Vice Chancellors, and women leaders and managers.

Over the past six decades, AIMA has evolved as times have changed and catered to the growing needs of today's management community. Apart from its flagship Post Graduate Diploma in Management, AIMA offers topical and industry-oriented programs and initiatives to help management professionals and students keep in step with times, while offering state-of-the-art business solutions for organizations and institutions.

As the pioneer of Distance Education, AIMA has always been an early starter, even in the digital space. AIMA was amongst the first organisations to offer Internet Based Remote Proctored Tests on a national level; and among the first to shift its service offerings online. AIMA quickly built digital expertise and now can offer its management programs and business solutions in the physical, virtual, and hybrid modes, as required.

AIMA also brings to the Indian managers, the best management practices, and techniques through numerous foreign collaborations with professional bodies and institutions. AIMA is an important and long-time member of the Asian Association of Management Organisations (AAMO), which promotes professional management in the Asia Pacific region. In addition, AIMA has developed close associations with several leading international Universities and Institutions including UC Berkeley, UC Santa Cruz, St Gallen Symposium, Horasis, and The World Bank to name a few.