XLRI launches Executive Development Programme in Financial Analytics

XLRI launches Executive Development Programme in Financial Analytics

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New Delhi, Updated on Nov 29, 2024 10:33 IST

Scheduled to begin on December 15, 2024, the Executive Development Programme in Financial Analytics is targeted at graduate or diploma holders with a minimum of two years of work experience in relevant fields. The fee for the programme is INR 1,64,000 + GST.

The Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur, has announced the launch of its latest educational offering – the Executive Development Programme in Financial Analytics. Developed in collaboration with Emeritus, this programme is designed to provide finance professionals with the advanced analytical tools and techniques necessary to navigate the evolving financial landscape.

Programme Overview

Scheduled to begin on December 15, 2024, the programme is targeted at graduate or diploma holders with a minimum of two years of work experience in relevant fields. The fee for the programme is INR 1,64,000 + GST. This 10-month high-impact course aims to empower finance professionals by providing them with the ability to understand and address real-time business challenges, consumer demand, and stakeholder dynamics through data-driven insights.

According to the official statement from XLRI, the programme is designed for a wide range of professionals, including finance professionals, analysts, and data practitioners. It seeks to enhance their decision-making abilities by equipping them with cutting-edge tools and methodologies in financial analytics.

Tailored for Finance Professionals

The Executive Development Programme in Financial Analytics is crafted to meet the needs of professionals seeking to elevate their expertise in the rapidly expanding field of financial data analysis. The curriculum is specifically tailored to practitioners who handle complex financial data and analysts who aim to improve their decision-making processes with advanced tools and techniques.

This programme is ideal for professionals looking to develop a deep understanding of financial analytics in the context of machine learning, blockchain, and cryptocurrency, which are transforming the way the finance industry operates.

Key Features of the Programme

The programme has been carefully designed by XLRI faculty and features live online sessions conducted by leading experts from XLRI. It includes a range of engaging and immersive learning modules, real-world case studies, opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and networking, and a Capstone project that allows participants to apply their newfound knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Q:   What is the stipend for FPM at XLRI?

A:

For XLRI FPM students, a monthly stipend of INR 45,000 will be awarded for the first two years and INR 50,000 for the next two years. Fellowship will be paid only to full-time residential students, and for a period of four years. Extension of financial aid for the fifth year is possible depending on the candidates' academic performance. 

Q:   How are the placements at XLRI Jamshedpur?

A:

Consulting sector emerged as the top recruiting sector that made 26% of the total offers during XLRI Jamshedpur PGDM BM and PGDM HRM placements 2024. Other than this, a total of 520 offers were made including 1 international offer during XLRI Jamshedpur placements 2024. Moreover, a total of 154 recruiters visited the campus during XLRI Jamshedpur PGDM BM and PGDM HRM placements 2024. The key highlights of XLRI Jamshedpur PGDM BM and PGDM HRM placements 2024 as compared with 2023 and 2022 are presented below:

Particulars

PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) Placement Statistics (2022)

PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) Placement Statistics (2023)

PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) Placement Statistics (2024)

Total students

427

464

503

Students placed

416

463

503

Placement rate

100%

100%

100%

Highest domestic package

INR 75 LPA

INR 57.08 LPA

INR 75 LPA

Average package

INR 27.49 LPA

INR 27.24 LPA

INR 29.89 LPA

Median package

INR 26.27 LPA

INR 28.94 LPA

INR 28 LPA

Note: For placements 2022 and 2023, the Maximum Earning Potential component of Salary Heads - Domestic is considered while calculating the salary package. Further, the mean package is considered as the average package in the above-mentioned table.

In addition, the key highlights during XLRI PGDM GM placements over the past three years are presented below:   

Particulars

PGDM GM Placement Statistics (2022)

PGDM GM Placement Statistics (2023)

PGDM GM Placement Statistics (2024)

Highest package

INR 44.74 LPA

INR 80.35 LPA

INR 53.53 LPA

Average package

INR 26.69 LPA

INR 29.4 LPA

INR 27.07 LPA

Top 10% average package

INR 34.24 LPA

INR 55.27 LPA

INR 47.07 LPA

Top 25% average package

INR 32.5 LPA

INR 41.9 LPA

INR 40.2 LPA

Top 50% average package

INR 30.04 LPA

INR 35.89 LPA

INR 33.4 LPA

Median package

INR 26 LPA

INR 27.5 LPA

INR 24 LPA

Q:   Does XLRI Jamshedpur provide 100% placements for PGDM?

A:

Yes, XLRI Jamshedpur has provided 100% placements over the past three years during PGDM placements, which is also presented below:

Particulars

PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) Placement Statistics (2022)

PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) Placement Statistics (2023)

PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) Placement Statistics (2024)

Total students

427

464

503

Students placed

416

463

503

Placement rate

100%

100%

100%

 

Some of the key modules covered in the programme include:

  • Introduction to the Course
  • Installing Financial Analytics Software
  • Introduction to R
  • Introduction to Python
  • Understanding Machine Learning
  • Introduction to Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies

Certification and Alumni Status

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants who maintain a minimum attendance of 70 percent will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from XLRI. In addition, they will be eligible to receive XLRI Executive Education Alumni Status, which provides access to a valuable network of industry professionals and experts.

Skill Development and Practical Application

Participants will gain hands-on experience and expertise in financial data analysis using both R and Python, two of the most widely used programming languages in the field. They will learn to apply machine learning techniques for fraud detection, optimize investment portfolios, and perform sentiment and technical analysis to guide financial decision-making. The skills gained through this programme will enable participants to tackle the real-world challenges faced by today’s financial professionals.

The Executive Development Programme in Financial Analytics at XLRI is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals to upskill and stay ahead of the curve in an industry increasingly driven by data and technology. By combining cutting-edge analytics tools with real-world application, XLRI continues to be at the forefront of financial education, empowering professionals to make smarter, data-driven decisions in a rapidly changing financial world.

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