CSE continues its effort to disseminate greater knowledge of financial markets

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recognised students of the Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets (ADFM) at a ceremony which was held on 9th February 2022 at the Victorian Hall, Kingsburry Hotel.

The event marks a milestone in the CSE’s efforts to foster financial literacy and education in the capital market as it is the first educational qualification to be awarded by the Stock Exchange. The Chairman of the CSE, Dumith Fernando, was the Chief Guest of the occasion, whilst the Keynote address of the ceremony was delivered by Co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of Lynear Wealth Management, Dr. Naveen Gunawardane. CSE management, lecturers, students, and their guests also participated in the awards ceremony.

The ADFM was implemented in response to a growing demand for an entry-level academic qualification to be awarded by the CSE to enable greater knowledge of financial markets, particularly with a specific focus on capital market operations and investment.

ADFM features 10 modules and was completed over a period of 9 months, covering areas such as capital market regulations, investment analysis, portfolio management, macro-economics, and other related subject matters. Course content featured a combination of theory and practical aspects of financial markets and included the management of a model portfolio by the students, integrating real-world expertise with practical skills. The modules were conducted by an eminent panel of lecturers, consisting of respected local university lecturers and capital market experts. 48 students completed the course and out of which 39 students from Sri Lanka were recognized at the ceremony.

The ADFM is recognized by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka (CMA), which provide ADFM completed students an accelerated route to obtain a qualification in management accounting.