To enhance the landscape of financial education and professional development in the country, the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (IIMB) and FPSB India, a financial planning standards board, have partnered to launch an executive education programme in financial planning. To foster knowledge exchange and networking opportunities for professionals as well as students, both institutions will create collaborative events such as workshops, seminars and conferences, from time to time.
Key highlights of the programme
- The programme is tailored for working professionals and students to cater to the growing demand for advanced financial planning education.
- This programme will provide the expertise of both institutions to deliver comprehensive learning to meet the evolving needs of the industry.
- Several initiatives will be introduced to promote financial literacy, advance research, and address the evolving needs of the personal finance sector.
- Moreover, five exclusive scholarship programmes will also be provided to the eligible candidates based on merit to help them become certified financial planner.
Speaking during the signing ceremony, Professor Rishikesha T Krishnan, Director of IIM Bangalore, stated, ‘We are happy to partner with FPSB India in our shared mission to bridge the gap between academia and industry in the field of personal finance. Together, we will leverage our combined expertise to empower future finance professionals with the skills and knowledge required to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment.’
