CFA Course in Dubai | #1 CFA Training Program

CFA is one of the highest distinctions in the Financial Services and Management profession that validates one’s expertise and real-world skills in investment management and analysis. The CFA certification course in Dubai provides professionals with the knowledge and skills to thrive in a highly competitive industry. This comprehensive course offers professionals a way to move forward and achieve their professional goals by equipping themselves with the kind of expertise and real-world skills in investment analysis.

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What is this CFA course all about?

The CFA course in Dubai is designed to offer professionals an in-depth understanding of the fundamentals of investment tools, valuing assets, portfolio management, and wealth planning. With the help of our industry expert trainers, this course provides a strong foundation in advanced investment analysis and real-world portfolio management skills. The CFA training program enables participants to gain the knowledge and skills to confidently appear for the CFA exam. Furthermore, this course enables participants to gain the abilities required to operate efficiently and confidently in the financial sector.

What is this CFA course all about?

The CFA course in Dubai is designed to offer professionals an in-depth understanding of the fundamentals of investment tools, valuing assets, portfolio management, and wealth planning. With the help of our industry expert trainers, this course provides a strong...

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Why is getting trained on CFA important?

CFA is a globally recognized credential and credential holders occupy a range of investment decision-making roles. By getting trained on CFA, professionals can prepare themselves to enter today’s competitive market with the CFA certification. This training enables participants to be effective and ethical investment management working professionals and also give them access to more resources to boost their career prospects.

Why is getting trained on CFA important?

CFA is a globally recognized credential and credential holders occupy a range of investment decision-making roles. By getting trained on CFA, professionals can prepare themselves to enter today’s competitive market with the CFA certification. This t...

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Why do companies hire professionals with CFA certification?

CFA is one of the most recognized and respected investment credentials in the world that demonstrates to employers that professionals have the knowledge and commitment to thrive in today’s complex and evolving investment industry. Companies hire professionals with CFA credentials for their superior competency in advanced portfolio management, financial expertise, and technical skills. They offer organizations protection and reduce risk exposure.

Why do companies hire professionals with CFA certification?

CFA is one of the most recognized and respected investment credentials in the world that demonstrates to employers that professionals have the knowledge and commitment to thrive in today’s complex and evolving investment industry....

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Industry Trends

With more than 100,000 CFA credential holders in over 135 countries, there is an increasing demand worldwide for the CFA Program. The CFA certification comes with its own set of merits and opportunities in the market. Let us see how.

Market trends Market trends

The CFA certification is the gold standard in the investment industry which makes CFA a well-chosen career option across the globe. Today, the CFA credential is highly valued by employers for roles and functions in the global finance industry. According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of financial analysts is projected to grow 6%  from 2020 to 2030 with about 41,000 job openings every year. This projects the positive career prospects for CFAs in the global employment market.

Salary Trend Salary Trends

The compensation for CFAs is high compared to other professionals in the finance industry. Due to the rising demand for core investment professionals in the market, CFAs benefit from numerous job opportunities and increased earning potential. Financial Analysts often receive the fanciest and heftiest paychecks in the industry. As per the data from salaryexplorer.com, Financial Analyst in the United Arab Emirates typically earns around 25,600 AED per month.

Demand & Opportunities

With the surety of absorption in the growing financial industry, the scope of CFA is significantly increasing and attracting many professionals. The CFA certification gives an assurance of the necessary competency in related roles, thus making these opportunities easier to avail.

A few of the most-sought CFA jobs available in the Dubai region (as observed in popular Dubai job portals) follow:

  1. Chief Executives establish and implement overall strategies, managing operations, they serve as a conduit between the board of directors and the corporate operations 
  2. Corporate Financial Analysts are responsible for financial planning, analysis, and projection for companies and corporations
  3. Investment Banking Analysts review and analyze data for investment banking portfolios to help organizations to develop and maintain effective investments
  4. Portfolio Managers strategically designs investment portfolios for their organizations or clients
  5. Risk Managers plan, design, and implement an overall risk management process for the organization

Course Outcome

Successful completion of the CFA course will help you to:

  • Gain a strong foundation in advanced investment analysis
  • Master the fundamentals of investment tools, valuing assets, portfolio management, and wealth planning
  • Explain the ethical responsibilities required of CFA
  • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the CFA Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct
  • Describe key aspects of financial regulations of financial institutions
  • Gain insight and expertise in financial reporting and portfolio management

Course Module

The focus of this topic is ethics, related challenges to ethical behavior, and the role ethics and professionalism play in the investment industry.

In this section, we introduce an analysis of fundamental concepts of supply and demand for individual consumers and firms. We also cover the various market structures that firms operate in as well as macroeconomic concepts and principles, including aggregate output and income measurement, aggregate demand and supply analysis, and analysis of economic growth factors. The section concludes with coverage of the business cycle and its effect on economic activity.

In this topic, we provide an introduction to corporate governance as well as investing and financing decisions. We present an overview of corporate governance along with a framework for understanding and analyzing corporate governance and stakeholder management. We also highlight the growing impact of environmental and social considerations in investing. We cover how companies make use of leverage and manage their working capital to meet short-term operational needs.

In this topic, we explain how to describe fixed income securities and their markets, yield measures, risk factors, and valuation measurements and drivers. We also cover calculating yields, values of fixed income securities, the securitization of assets, the fundamentals of bond returns and risks, and basic principles of credit analysis.

This topic explores alternative investments, including hedge funds, private equity, real estate, commodities, and infrastructure. We cover the use of alternative investments for diversifications and higher returns. In this curriculum, we define alternative investments and the characteristics they have in common.

In this section, we explore quantitative concepts and techniques used in financial analysis and investment decision-making. We present descriptive statistics for conveying important data attributes, such as central tendency, location, and dispersion, and introduce characteristics of return distributions. The section also considers probability theory and its application in quantifying risk for investment decision-making.

Here we provide a thorough explanation of financial reporting procedures and the standards that govern financial reporting disclosures, with an emphasis on basic financial statements and how alternative accounting methods affect those statements and the analysis of them. We examine primary financial statements and provide a general framework for conducting financial statement analysis.

Here we explore the characteristics of equity investments, security markets, and indexes and explain how to analyze industries, companies, and equity securities as well as the use of basic equity valuation models. Global equities are important for meeting longer-term growth and diversification objectives.

In this section, we build the conceptual framework for understanding the basic derivatives and derivative markets. We then introduce essential features and valuation concepts for forwarding commitments such as forwards, futures, swaps, and contingent claims. Finally, we examine arbitrage, a critical concept that links derivative pricing to the price of the underlying asset.

In this topic, we explain the fundamentals of portfolio and risk management, including return and risk measurement and portfolio planning and construction. We examine the needs of individual and institutional investors along with the range of available investment solutions. The capital asset pricing model is used to identify optimal risk in portfolios.

Course Module

The focus of this topic is ethics, related challenges to ethical behavior, and the role ethics and professionalism play in the investment industry.

In this section, we explore quantitative concepts and techniques used in financial analysis and investment decision-making. We present descriptive statistics for conveying important data attributes, such as central tendency, location, and dispersion, and introduce characteristics of return distributions. The section also considers probability theory and its application in quantifying risk for investment decision-making.

In this section, we introduce an analysis of fundamental concepts of supply and demand for individual consumers and firms. We also cover the various market structures that firms operate in as well as macroeconomic concepts and principles, including aggregate output and income measurement, aggregate demand and supply analysis, and analysis of economic growth factors. The section concludes with coverage of the business cycle and its effect on economic activity.

Here we provide a thorough explanation of financial reporting procedures and the standards that govern financial reporting disclosures, with an emphasis on basic financial statements and how alternative accounting methods affect those statements and the analysis of them. We examine primary financial statements and provide a general framework for conducting financial statement analysis.

In this topic, we provide an introduction to corporate governance as well as investing and financing decisions. We present an overview of corporate governance along with a framework for understanding and analyzing corporate governance and stakeholder management. We also highlight the growing impact of environmental and social considerations in investing. We cover how companies make use of leverage and manage their working capital to meet short-term operational needs.

Here we explore the characteristics of equity investments, security markets, and indexes and explain how to analyze industries, companies, and equity securities as well as the use of basic equity valuation models. Global equities are important for meeting longer-term growth and diversification objectives.

In this topic, we explain how to describe fixed income securities and their markets, yield measures, risk factors, and valuation measurements and drivers. We also cover calculating yields, values of fixed income securities, the securitization of assets, the fundamentals of bond returns and risks, and basic principles of credit analysis.

In this section, we build the conceptual framework for understanding the basic derivatives and derivative markets. We then introduce essential features and valuation concepts for forwarding commitments such as forwards, futures, swaps, and contingent claims. Finally, we examine arbitrage, a critical concept that links derivative pricing to the price of the underlying asset.

This topic explores alternative investments, including hedge funds, private equity, real estate, commodities, and infrastructure. We cover the use of alternative investments for diversifications and higher returns. In this curriculum, we define alternative investments and the characteristics they have in common.

In this topic, we explain the fundamentals of portfolio and risk management, including return and risk measurement and portfolio planning and construction. We examine the needs of individual and institutional investors along with the range of available investment solutions. The capital asset pricing model is used to identify optimal risk in portfolios.

Program Dates

16 Jun
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Expert Instructors & Teaching Methods

Dr Srinivas is a leading industry professional in the field of finance and accounting. He is an established corporate trainer with demonstrated experience in his field. He is the holder of some of the world’s most valued professional credentials such as CMA, CPA, PMP, CCA, CFE, etc. He has an extensive educational background as well in finance which establishes his mettle in designing, developing and delivering excellent training programs. His training records mark exceptional results in guiding and teaching professionals of all experience levels and from diversified backgrounds. He integrates his excellent presentation skills with the knowledge of educational theories and methodologies to provide onsite and virtual training that is of unparalleled quality. His high community services contribution also ascertains his commitment to training potential aspirants to become tomorrow’s professionals.

Education

  • ⦾ Ph.D. in Management, 2018 (Provisional yet to be received) OPJS University, India
  • ⦾ M.Sc. in Applied Psychology 2016, Bhartiyar University, India
  • ⦾ MBA in Finance 2012, Nagarjuna University, India
  • ⦾ LLB 1998, Osmania University, India
  • ⦾ M.Com 1994, Osmania University, India
  • ⦾ B. Com 1990, Osmania University, India

Professional Qualifications

  • ⦾ Certified Public Accountant, (CPA), The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, U.S.A
  • ⦾ Certified Management Accountant, (CMA), The Institute of Management Accountants, USA
  • ⦾ Certified Fraud Examiner, (CFE), Association of Fraud Examiners, USA
  • ⦾ Certified Cost Accountant (ICWA-Inter), The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India, India
  • ⦾ Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute

Dr. Srinivas, PhD, MSc, MBA, LLB, CMA, CPA, PMP

Mr. Kashif is an experienced management consultant having more than 20 years of training experience in corporate governance, risk management, compliance in finance, and many more. His vision has transformed many organizations into successful ventures in UAE and globally. Mr. Kashif’s sound judgment and input have helped many organizations to run smoothly. Being a well-known Chartered Accountant himself, Mr. Kashif knows about Process Auditing, Developing Internal Controls, Investment Management, and many more. Apart from his educational qualification, he is an experienced visionary. His insights have helped organizations immensely, and they are enjoying the reaps of success. He has won many international accolades to date. With the “Communicator of the Year” award under his belt, his teaching has motivated students to aim for excellence. Mr. Kashif uses different methodologies to accommodate various learning approaches and makes the teaching engaging and interactive. He is committed to assisting students in realizing their maximum potential and helping them into successful, well-rounded people, both within and beyond the classroom walls.

Work Experience

  • ⦾ Partner, NSKT Global, Dubai
  • ⦾ Group Internal Audit Manager, Mohammad Omar Bin Haider Holding Group, Dubai
  • ⦾ Head of Internal Audit, Dulsco, UAE
  • ⦾ Head of Risk & Internal Audit, Bukhatir Group, Sharjah
  • ⦾ Group Internal Auditor, Al Abbas Group, Dubai
  • ⦾ Senior Auditor, KPMG, Dubai
  • ⦾ Semi Senior, Deloitte, Saudi Arabia

Professional Certifications

  • ⦾ Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • ⦾ Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • ⦾ Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • ⦾ Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
  • ⦾ COBIT 5

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Why Count on Learners Point?

Being the leading provider of the CFA course in Dubai, at Learners Point we help professionals master the necessary skill sets to successfully complete the CFA certification.

Following are the USPs our CFA training course offers you:

  • We look at real-world scenarios organizations face and formulate our CFA training course evaluating practical requirements
  • Apart from theoretical knowledge, we also focus on practical case studies to give you a reality check and insight into what exactly will be asked of you while delivering in a demanding role
  • Our bespoke CFA course also equips you with hands-on experience by offering assignments related to the actual work environment
  • Apart from organizing group sessions, we also offer a guided learning experience to enhance the quality of our CFA training program
  • We also take a discrete approach to career guidance so that one can be successfully placed as a professional

Learners Experience

I am greatly grateful for the high quality of service delivered, which was key for me to pass the exam. Congratulations on the great team you have.

I am greatly grateful for the high quality of service delivered, which was key for me to pass the exam. Congratulations [...]

Robin

Student

Great platform, keeps you accountable and great teaching. Excellent!

Ram

Accountant

Our Graduates

Our graduates are from big companies, small, companies, they are founders, career changers and life long learners. Join us and meet your tribe!

Frequently Asked Questions

CFA credential is widely considered as the apex for professional development in investment management. It equips professionals with the versatility to take their career paths in different directions. With a plethora of opportunities and increased earning potential, CFA assures a lucrative career for professionals making it the perfect dream career choice.
CFA is a globally recognized credential and credential holders occupy a range of investment decision-making roles. This CFA training prepares you to enter today’s competitive market with the CFA certification. This training enables you to be effective and ethical investment management working professional and also gives you access to more resources to boost your career prospects.
The CFA exams are tough. In order to gain the CFA credential, professionals are to clear all 3 levels of CFA exams. However, candidates can increase their chances of passing by enrolling in CFA training courses where they can get access to various learning modules and exam preparation tips.
The training at Learners Point is interactive, immersive, and intensive hands-on programs. We offer 3 modes of delivery and participants can choose from instructor-led classroom-based group coaching, one-to-one training session, or high-quality live and interactive online sessions as per convenience.
The CFA certification is the gold standard in the investment industry which makes CFA professionals in demand in the employment market. With the growing economic development ​in the UAE, a significant share of growth is expected to be for CFA credential holders in the nation. This depicts the bright future and impressive job prospects for CFAs in Dubai.
Getting a CFA credential is highly valuable to any professional who wants to get into the investment banking environment. This CFA training course in Dubai is hence the perfect choice for any professional wanting a promising career.
In order to enroll in the CFA training program, we recommend professionals to meet one of the following enrolment requirements:
1) Bachelor’s or equivalent degree from college/university
2) Have a combination of 4,000 hours of work experience and/or higher education that was acquired over a minimum of three sequential years and achieved by the date of registering for the Level I exam.
At Learners Point, if a participant doesn’t wish to proceed with the training after the registration due to any reason, he or she is entitled to a 100% refund. However, the refund will be issued only if we are notified in writing within 2 days from the date of registration. The refund will be processed within 4 weeks from the day of exit.

Frequently Asked Questions

CFA credential is widely considered as the apex for professional development in investment management. It equips professionals with the versatility to take their career paths in different directions. With a plethora of opportunities and increased earning potential, CFA assures a lucrative career for professionals making it the perfect dream career choice.
The CFA certification is the gold standard in the investment industry which makes CFA professionals in demand in the employment market. With the growing economic development ​in the UAE, a significant share of growth is expected to be for CFA credential holders in the nation. This depicts the bright future and impressive job prospects for CFAs in Dubai.
CFA is a globally recognized credential and credential holders occupy a range of investment decision-making roles. This CFA training prepares you to enter today’s competitive market with the CFA certification. This training enables you to be effective and ethical investment management working professional and also gives you access to more resources to boost your career prospects.
Getting a CFA credential is highly valuable to any professional who wants to get into the investment banking environment. This CFA training course in Dubai is hence the perfect choice for any professional wanting a promising career.
The CFA exams are tough. In order to gain the CFA credential, professionals are to clear all 3 levels of CFA exams. However, candidates can increase their chances of passing by enrolling in CFA training courses where they can get access to various learning modules and exam preparation tips.
In order to enroll in the CFA training program, we recommend professionals to meet one of the following enrolment requirements:
1) Bachelor’s or equivalent degree from college/university
2) Have a combination of 4,000 hours of work experience and/or higher education that was acquired over a minimum of three sequential years and achieved by the date of registering for the Level I exam.
The training at Learners Point is interactive, immersive, and intensive hands-on programs. We offer 3 modes of delivery and participants can choose from instructor-led classroom-based group coaching, one-to-one training session, or high-quality live and interactive online sessions as per convenience.
At Learners Point, if a participant doesn’t wish to proceed with the training after the registration due to any reason, he or she is entitled to a 100% refund. However, the refund will be issued only if we are notified in writing within 2 days from the date of registration. The refund will be processed within 4 weeks from the day of exit.
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