Description

Course Name: Certified Investment Banking Professional

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/M/CIBP/V1

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The objective of the Certified Investment Banking Professional course is to equip participants with the expertise to oversee and manage key investment banking functions such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), underwriting, capital markets transactions, financial restructuring, and advisory services. The course covers financial modeling, valuation techniques, deal structuring, regulatory compliance, risk management, and client relationship management. 

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Investment Banking: Overview of investment banking industry, Roles and responsibilities of an investment banking manager, Types of investment banking services, Key market participants and stakeholders, Regulatory environment and compliance, Ethical standards and professional conduct.

Module 2: Corporate Finance and Capital Markets: Capital raising methods (equity, debt, hybrid), Initial public offerings (IPOs) and follow-on offerings, Debt issuance and bond markets, Mergers and acquisitions fundamentals, Valuation techniques and financial modeling, Understanding equity and debt markets dynamics.

Module 3: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Advisory Services: Types and motives of mergers and acquisitions, Due diligence process, Deal structuring and negotiation, Synergy assessment and valuation, Post-merger integration challenges, Advisory services and client relationship management.

Module 4: Financial Modeling and Valuation: Building financial models for investment decisions, Discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, Comparable company analysis, Precedent transaction analysis, Leveraged buyout (LBO) modeling, Sensitivity and scenario analysis.

Module 5: Risk Management and Compliance: Market, credit, and operational risk in investment banking, Regulatory requirements (SEC, FINRA, etc.), Compliance frameworks and reporting, Internal controls and audit processes, Managing conflicts of interest, Anti-money laundering (AML) practices.

Module 6: Strategic Management and Leadership: Investment banking business strategy, Client acquisition and retention, Team leadership and project management, Negotiation and communication skills, Innovation and technology in investment banking, Ethics and governance in investment banking.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

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📜 2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.

💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.

🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.

📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.

🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.

⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.