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BFM with CFP at Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce & Science

A BFM degree plus a globally recognised CFP, right on your college campus.

Our Alumni Work at 200+ Companies Worldwide

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INTEGRATED COURSE OVERVIEW

Everything You Need to Know About BFM + CFP

The BFM – CFP® programme at Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce & Science seamlessly integrates the academic rigor of the Bachelor of Financial Markets with the global credibility of the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) certification. The BFM curriculum offers strong theoretical and practical grounding in financial markets, investments, economics, derivatives, risk management and regulatory frameworks. Complementing this foundation, the CFP® component focuses on comprehensive financial planning, including wealth management, investment strategy, tax planning, retirement and estate planning and professional ethics.
Who Can Apply?
TO ENROLL
  • 12th pass in any stream
  • Working professionals from any sector
CFP® CERTIFICATION (OPTIONAL)
  • Undergraduate degree
  • Pass all modules of CFP® Certification
  • 1 or 3 years relevant experience

WHY CHOOSE FPA

Why FPA For Your
BFM + CFP Journey?

From expert faculty to placement support, every part of FPA is designed to take you from where you are to where you want to be.

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Personal Finance Qualification
Degree
Global Opportunities
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Salary Above 6 Lakhs
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Industry Expert Curriculum
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Real-Life Case Studies

Not Sure If This
Course Is Right For You?

Our academic counsellors have guided 10,000+ students to make the right choice. Get a free, no-obligation session personalised to your goals and background.
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THE CERTIFICATION

What Is CFP ?

  • Stands for Certified Financial Planner
  • Awarded by the Financial Planning Standards Board India (FPSBI) and its authorized affiliates.
  • Gold standard in personal financial planning
  • Highly relevant for careers in wealth management firms, banks, insurance companies, investment advisory firms and family offices
  • Ideal for students targeting leadership and advisory roles such as Financial Planner, Wealth Manager, Investment Advisor, Relationship Manager, Private Banking Professional, Research Analyst and Tax Consultant.
THE COLLEGE

About Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce & Science

Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce & Science is a reputed institution located in Kandivali East, Mumbai, committed to delivering quality education and industry-oriented learning. The college offers UGC-approved programs and is recognized for its academic excellence, having received India’s Academic Excellence Award.
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90 Feet Rd, Kandivali, Thakur Complex, Kandivali East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400101
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BFM + CFP CURRICULUM

What You Will Study

Each semester builds on the last, covering both your BFM degree subjects and CFP certification topics side by side.

BFM + CFP CURRICULUM

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Part 1 Semester 1
  • Personal Financial Management – I
  • Investment Planning – I
  • Business Mathematics
  • Business Economics – I
  • Cost Accounting – I
  • Management Accounting – I
  • Professional Communication
  • Foundation Course
  • Indian Ethos in Ethical Investment
  • Co-Curricular Courses (CC)
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Part 2 Semester 2
  • Personal Financial Management – II
  • Investment Planning – II
  • Introduction to Financial Statements
  • Business Statistics
  • Business Economics – II
  • Cost Accounting – II
  • Management Accounting – II
  • Group Communication
  • Sustainability Management (ESG)
  • Co-Curricular Courses (CC)
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Part 3 Semester 3
  • Financial Valuation
  • Investment Planning – III
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Digital Marketing
  • Tax Planning – I
  • Hindi – I / English Literature
  • Co-Curricular Courses (CC)
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Part 4 Semester 4
  • Risk Planning
  • Estate Planning
  • Financial Modelling
  • Computer Skills
  • Tax Planning – II
  • Hindi – II / English Literature
  • Co-Curricular Courses (CC)
  • Community Engagement Program
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Part 5 Semester 5
  • Tax Planning – III
  • Retirement Planning
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Part 6 Semester 6
  • Financial Planning Components
  • Financial Plan Construction
CFP® CERTIFICATION CURRICULUM
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Part 1 Investment Planning
  • Time Value of Money
  • Financial Management Strategies
  • Cash Management
  • Debt Management
  • Asset Classes
  • Investment Products
  • Wealth Management
  • Financial Markets
  • Anti-Money Laundering
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Part 2 Retirement & Tax Planning
  • Principles & Objectives
  • Retirement Need Analysis
  • Pension Reforms
  • Employee Benefits
  • Global Taxation
  • Tax Planning
  • Cross-Border Taxation
  • Income Tax Computation
  • Exemption & Deduction
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Part 3 Risk Management & Estate Planning
  • Principles of Risk Management
  • Insurance Company
  • Life Insurance
  • General Insurance
  • Estate Planning
  • Testamentary Succession
  • Wealth Distribution
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Part 4 Integrated Financial Planning & Financial Plan Assessment
  • Financial Planning Principles & Process
  • Critical Thinking
  • Integrated Financial Planning
  • Goal Setting
  • Analyzing Information
  • Designing a Financial Plan
STUDENT JOURNEY WITH CFP

Your 3 Year Roadmap

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Years 1 to 3

Study regular BFM courses alongside integrated preparation for CFP® Certification modules.
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Additional Skills

Digital Marketing, Power BI, Python, Gen AI for Accounting & Finance, and NISM Certifications.
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Practical Exposure

Build financial plans, work through case studies, wealth management simulations and financial advisory projects.
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CFP® Specialist Modules

Investment Planning, Retirement Planning, Risk Management, Estate Planning and Integrated Financial Planning.
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Post Graduation

Continued academic support, certification guidance and placement assistance to launch your career in financial planning.
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STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES

See What Our
Students Have to Say

Real stories from students who transformed their career goals into results with FPA.

Jash Kriplani - CFP® - Certified Financial Planner

Jash Kriplani

CFP® - Certified Financial Planner
"Clearing CFP with FPA's guidance was a turning point in my career. The faculty support and structured approach made all the difference."
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Jash Kriplani

CFP® - Certified Financial Planner
"Clearing CFP with FPA's guidance was a turning point in my career. The faculty support and structured approach made all the difference."
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Jash Kriplani

CFP® - Certified Financial Planner
"Clearing CFP with FPA's guidance was a turning point in my career. The faculty support and structured approach made all the difference."

Supportive Learning Experience

I have cleared my CFP. Much thanks to FPA. Jeetendar Sir has regularly offered timely support and guidance, as well as other faculty members and support staff. Would like to mention Sagar Sir, Yukti Ma'am and Aman Sir for their time, effort and patience with all students.

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Jash Kriplani

CFP

Making Complex Concepts Simple

I have taken a CFA level 1 class with FPA. Mr.Jeetender Peswani sir teaches basic first and then focuses on the primary topic. Being a non-finance background student, I understand everything that he explains. It is helping me alot. Also, he discusses many examples from the market, which helps me to enhance my general knowledge.

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Janhavi Kashalikar

CFP

Strong Concepts & Great Mentorship

I'm a student of financial planning academy and Pranit sir is really very good teaching. He is really excellent teacher, mentor and guide. His way of teaching is truly good and he makes us understand the concept really well. I'm so glad that I joined FPA for CMA (US).

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Nishtha Chawla

CMA (US)

Exceptional Faculty & Doubt Support

I've been associated with FPA since the month of July 2020. I enrolled for CFP certification. The quality of faculty over here especially Jeetu Sir and Yukti Ma'am is exceptionally great. They solve your doubts during and after the lectures. They help you in every way possible. Surely going to recommend FPA to anyone, who is looking for pursuing CFP Certification.

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Vedant Kelkar

CFP

Supportive Faculty, Brighter Future

FPA is undoubtedly the best. Trust me when I say every single penny is worth it when you consider FPA. The teaching faculty has been very supportive. They have opened many opportunities for me to grab and am really thankful to them.

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Nikita Thakur

CPA

Excellent Support & Career Growth

I’ve started Part 1 with Yash sir and he has been a great teacher. And I’m under the best guidance of Pranit sir, he’s always there for motivation and helps in solving any problems faced by students. He has helped me alot by motivating me and making me believe I can pursue this course. And Be CMA US qualified.

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Vaibhav Gupta

CMA (US)

A Rewarding Learning Experience

Studying at FPA has been an incredible experience. They have the finest teaching staff and the faculty is extremely helpful. The mocks and examinations conducted cover all the elements of the paper and are helpful in gaining trust before the actual exam.

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Payal Patel

CPA

Best-in-Class Teaching Experience

Absolutely the best teaching, I have ever experienced in my education career. Jeetendar peswani sir is the absolute coach one must look up to. If you are planning for CFA, his expertise in teaching hard concepts in a very easy-to-understand way makes learning more comfortable. Also, the admin team is very helpful, they also provide you with the option to watch recordings of live lectures, even if you are attending offline classes.

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Surya Harikrishnan

CFA

Excellent Faculty & Support

FPA and its faculty are excellent. Especially Dhaval Sir and Zaheer Sir, both focus on clearing the concepts of each and every student for end number of times. Also, they make sure to improve students' performance by creating study plans, mocks, practice and doubt-solving sessions. Highly recommended!!

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Jill Lal

ACCA

Excellent Faculty & Support

My experience with FPA was very good. The quality of teaching was the best, but also it was not boring and more fun. For that, I would like to thank Zaher sir, who made all our concepts clear and was helpful in every way possible. I personally recommend FPA for all the professionals & students who are planning to pursue ACCA

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Moksharth Shah

ACCA
FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BFM – CFP® programme at Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce & Science?
The BFM (Bachelor of Financial Markets) + CFP® programme at Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce & Science is an integrated undergraduate course that allows students to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Financial Markets while simultaneously preparing for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) certification.
Who can apply for this integrated BFM – CFP® programme?
XIIth pass (in any stream) and working professionals from any sector can pursue the CFP® certification alongside the BFM degree at Hinduja College.
How long does it take to complete the BFM and CFP® together?
The programme offers a dual qualification within 3 years, since the CFP® preparation runs alongside the standard six-semester BFM degree rather than being pursued separately afterward.
When do students appear for the CFP® certification exams?
Students appear for CFP® examinations module-wise, in alignment with their academic progression and FPSBI guidelines, throughout the six semesters of the BFM programme.
Who governs and awards the CFP® certification in India?
The CFP® certification is governed and awarded in India by the Financial Planning Standards Board India (FPSBI India), the authorized body that upholds global standards of professional competence and ethical practice.
What career opportunities does the BFM – CFP® programme lead to?
Graduates can pursue roles in portfolio management companies, AMCs, wealth management, banking, investment advisory and financial services firms, with the programme also opening pathways to entrepreneurial opportunities such as starting one’s own financial advisory, investment consulting or wealth management practice.
Does the college provide placement support after completing the programme?
Yes. Nirmala Memorial Foundation College of Commerce & Science provides placement assistance and career support to students enrolled in the BFM + CFP® programme.

The college has a dedicated placement cell and strong industry connections that help students explore opportunities in banks, financial institutions, wealth management firms, and other finance-related organizations.