Overview
The Specialist Certificate in Investment Management is designed to equip learners with core knowledge and practical skills in investment analysis and portfolio management. As investment decisions increasingly require a disciplined, analytical approach, professionals must be able to evaluate financial instruments, assess risk and return, and construct portfolios aligned with investment objectives and constraints.
This certificate introduces fundamental concepts in investment management, including financial markets, asset classes, valuation principles, portfolio diversification, and risk management. Learners will develop the ability to interpret market information, analyse investment opportunities, and apply basic portfolio construction techniques. Emphasis is placed on practical applications, use of financial data, and real-world investment scenarios to bridge theory and practice.
This certificate is suitable for individuals seeking a solid grounding in investment management, as well as finance professionals looking to strengthen their investment decision-making skills. Upon completion, learners will be better prepared to support investment analysis, portfolio monitoring, and informed investment decisions in asset management, wealth management, and related financial roles.
Curriculum
The specialist certificate consists of 4 courses, which can be completed within 1 year.
| Course | Skill |
|---|---|
FIN203 Essentials of Financial Management Students enrolled in BSc Finance will take FIN304 Decision Making for Financial Managers in lieu of FIN203. | Apply fundamental financial management principles to analyse financial decisions and firm performance. |
| FIN344 Investment and Portfolio Management | Apply core investment and portfolio management concepts to evaluate risk–return trade-offs and portfolio diversification. |
| FIN355 Equity Securities | Analyse equity securities using fundamental valuation concepts and market information. |
| FIN358 Fixed Income and Derivative Securities | Analyse fixed income instruments and basic derivative securities for investment and risk management purposes. |
Industry Relevance
The specialist certificate is aligned with the Skills Framework for Financial Services, which is developed by the Institute of Banking and Finance Singapore (IBF), Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), and Workforce Singapore (WSG).
Eligibility
The specialist certificate is open to CET students as well as students enrolled in an undergraduate programme.
- At least 18 years of age.
- GCE A-Level with two passes (prior to 2006) or two H2 passes (from 2006), local polytechnic diploma, International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma, or NUS High School diploma.
- Applicants with a ITE diploma or other diploma qualifications plus an acceptable SAT or ACT (with writing) score may be considered for admission on a case by case basis.
- If not, at least 5 GCE O-Level passes and an interview.
Fees
For CET students, please click here for the course fees. SkillsFuture Credit and other schemes may be used to offset the course fees.
The application fee is $60 (before GST) for first-time CET applications, which is non-refundable.
For students enrolled in an undergraduate programme, undergraduate course fees apply.
Completion
To attain the specialist certificate, students need to pass all the courses. Students are encouraged to complete all the courses within 3 years.
Upon meeting the requirements, CET students can apply for the certificate. They can go on to pursue BSc Finance, subject to the admission requirements. Only courses with at least a C grade can stack towards the bachelor's degree.
Students enrolled in BSc Finance or any other undergraduate programme will be automatically issued the certificate upon meeting the requirements.
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