The MBA (WX) - Applied Finance program from NMIMS CDOE is an AICTE-approved program designed to help professionals deepen their expertise in financial investments and capital management. This comprehensive 24-month program focuses on developing practical expertise in financial management to drive significant, sustainable, and impactful business transformation. Students gain in-depth understanding of security analysis, portfolio management, financial engineering, capital markets, and financial reporting & analysis. The program combines intensive academics with experiential learning including mandatory industry experience or capstone project. Students benefit from on-campus program immersion for networking, access to industry practitioners, and real-world application through capstone projects and mandatory 6-month industry experience preparing graduates for senior finance roles.
Instructors:
English
Course Start Date:
27th Jan, 2026
Application Deadline:
13th Jan, 2026
Duration:
2 Years
₹ 4,00,000
Overview
The MBA (WX) - Applied Finance program provides comprehensive executive education for experienced finance professionals seeking expertise in advanced financial management. This program focuses on developing practical expertise in financial investments, capital management, and business transformation through finance function leadership. Students learn security analysis, portfolio management, financial engineering, and capital markets with emphasis on real-world application. The curriculum includes specialized courses in quantitative methods, financial reporting and analysis, derivatives, and risk analytics. The program includes mandatory capstone projects and industry experience ensuring practical application of advanced finance concepts with direct business impact.
Why Online MBA (Master of Business Administration)?
This program is designed for experienced finance professionals seeking advancement, investment professionals looking to broaden expertise, corporate finance managers wanting comprehensive financial management knowledge, banking professionals aiming for senior finance roles, professionals with 3+ years experience seeking finance specialization, and executives planning careers in investment banking, financial consulting, or corporate finance leadership roles.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
The program offers comprehensive applied finance curriculum, on-campus immersion for networking opportunities, mandatory industry experience or capstone project, access to 82,000+ alumni network across 8,000+ firms, experienced faculty from academia and finance industry, flexible learning with live and recorded lectures, and comprehensive career services. The program ensures practical exposure through real-world projects and develops solution-oriented approach to financial management challenges with focus on driving business transformation through finance function.
Who is this programme for?
This program targets working professionals with 3+ years experience in finance or related fields, finance managers seeking advancement to senior roles, investment professionals looking to develop comprehensive finance expertise, banking professionals transitioning to corporate finance leadership, professionals from various functions wanting to add finance skills, and executives aiming for senior positions in investment banking, financial consulting, or CFO roles across industries.
Minimum Eligibility
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with minimum 55% marks and 3+ years work experience. 50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories
Who is the programme for?
The admission process includes online application with fee payment, document submission including work experience certificates, mandatory personal interview for program selection, and fee payment upon selection. Candidates must have bachelor's degree with minimum 55% marks and 3+ years professional work experience. The program follows selective admission process ensuring quality cohort of experienced professionals seeking advanced finance expertise.
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The curriculum spans 8 terms over 24 months covering foundation modules, core management subjects, and applied finance specialization. Core subjects include Marketing Management, Business Statistics, Financial Accounting, Operations Management, and Corporate Finance. Finance specialization covers Quantitative Methods, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Security Analysis and Portfolio Management I & II, Financial Engineering Derivatives, Fraud and Risk Analytics, Personal Finance, and Managerial Accounting. The program includes capstone project in Term 6 and mandatory 6-month industry experience or project in Terms 7-8.
There are 8 semesters in this course
The program structure includes Foundation Module and Terms 1-8 covering comprehensive applied finance education. Foundation covers HBPE fundamentals. Terms 1-2 focus on core management subjects including Marketing Management, Business Statistics, Financial Accounting, Operations Management, and Corporate Finance. Terms 3-5 include Strategic Management, Managerial Economics, and finance electives like Quantitative Methods Concepts & Applications, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Security Analysis and Portfolio Management I & II, Financial Engineering Derivatives, Fraud and Risk Analytics, Personal Finance Turning Money into Wealth, and Managerial Accounting Decision Making and Performance Management. Term 6 involves Capstone Project for hands-on learning. Terms 7-8 comprise mandatory 6-month industry experience or specialized finance project providing real-world exposure and practical application of advanced finance and investment management concepts.
Foundation Module: HBPE
Term 1 (Core)
Term 2 (Core)
Term 3 (Core)
Term 3/4/5 (Electives)
Term 6
Term 7
Term 8
Programme Length
The program duration is 2 years comprising 8 terms with flexible completion options. The program includes intensive academics and experiential learning including capstone project and industry experience. Students can access live and recorded lectures with flexibility to balance professional commitments while developing comprehensive applied finance and investment management capabilities.
Whom you will learn from?
Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.
Instructors
Accomplished technology leader with 22 years of experience in digital, fintech, and telecom domains
Expert in building cutting-edge digital products and platforms, specializing in big data analytics, IT business value, and technology innovation management
Operations & Supply Chain expert with 20+ years at Guess Inc, L’Oreal, and 3M
Led high-impact supply chains, ERP, Lean Six Sigma, and business transformation projects across Middle East, Africa, and Europe; passionate about coaching and career guidance
Tuition Fee
The program fee is INR 4,00,000 for the complete 24-month program. Additional costs include admission processing fee of INR 1,500 and re-exam fee of INR 2,500 per subject if applicable. An initial amount of INR 20,000 is collected at registration and adjusted against program fee. Selected candidates pay INR 40,000 within 7 days of offer letter for seat reservation, with remaining fee due within 1 month. Finance options and EMI facilities are available through partner institutions.
Fee Structure
Payment options
Financing options
Financial Aid
Learning Experience
The program offers comprehensive online learning experience with student zone access through portal and mobile app for courseware and learning materials. Students get access to e-books, journals, lecture transcripts, and 24x7 access to live and recorded lectures with faculty interaction opportunities. Dedicated student success team provides support through ticketing tool, scheduled callbacks, and chat options during business hours. The program ensures academic integrity while delivering experience-based management education.
University Experience
NMIMS CDOE provides rich executive education experience with over 40 years of educational excellence, AICTE approval, 82,000+ alumni network across 8,000+ firms, and strong finance industry presence. Students benefit from on-campus program immersion for networking, access to experienced faculty from academia and finance industry, and comprehensive career services. The program transforms 157k+ lives with strong industry connections and practical learning approach through capstone projects and mandatory industry experience developing advanced finance and investment management expertise.
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About the University
Established in 1981 by Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM) in Mumbai, NMIMS evolved from a management institute into a multi-disciplinary deemed university in 2003. The university operates through 17 constituent schools and 9 centers of excellence, offering programs across management, engineering, pharmacy, architecture, science, law, and other disciplines. NMIMS has grown from a modest setup with 40 students to become one of India's premier educational institutions.
#258
QS Asia Ranking 2024
#801
QS World Ranking 2024
#49
NIRF University 2024
Affiliation & Recognition
UGC
AICTE
NAAC
AACSB
Faculties
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Instructors
Accomplished technology leader with 22 years of experience in digital, fintech, and telecom domains
Expert in building cutting-edge digital products and platforms, specializing in big data analytics, IT business value, and technology innovation management
Operations & Supply Chain expert with 20+ years at Guess Inc, L’Oreal, and 3M
Led high-impact supply chains, ERP, Lean Six Sigma, and business transformation projects across Middle East, Africa, and Europe; passionate about coaching and career guidance
Career services
NMIMS provides comprehensive career support through its dedicated Training and Placement Office. The career services include personalized guidance, skill development workshops, and industry interaction programs. Students receive specialized training in soft skills, analytical abilities, and interview techniques. The placement process includes pre-placement talks, technical and aptitude tests, and multiple rounds of interviews. The university maintains strong relationships with over 452 recruiters and provides internship opportunities.
96%
Overall Placement Rate 2023
67.80LPA
Highest Package 2023
452
Number of Recruiters
Top Recruiters
Course Start Date:
27th Jan, 2026
Application Deadline:
13th Jan, 2026
Duration:
2 Years
₹ 4,00,000
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