Accounting, reporting, valuation, audit, risk and financial technology.
The flagship technical school of GISA, covering accounting, financial reporting, corporate finance, investment analysis, valuation, audit, risk and financial technology. It is dedicated to advancing financial intelligence, analytical rigour and professional excellence.
What you can study.
- IFRS & Financial Reporting
- Financial Modelling
- Business Valuation
- Corporate Finance
- Audit & Risk
- Banking & Investment Analysis
Programmes with a published curriculum.
Financial Modelling & Valuation
The flagship Advanced Diploma. Twelve modules take you from model architecture to a defended, full valuation project, producing a portfolio of professional-grade models and memos.
View curriculum Professional CertificateFinancial Reporting & IFRS
A structured, case-driven route through the IFRS reporting framework, from presentation to group accounting and disclosure review.
View curriculum Professional CertificateInvestment Analysis
From the investment ecosystem to equity valuation and portfolio construction, ending in an applied market-analysis project and investment memo.
View curriculumThe full ladder in Finance.
Programme names are listed by level. Each programme publishes its own outcomes, curriculum map, assessment and progression rules.
| Level | Typical duration | Programmes |
|---|---|---|
| Short Courses & MOOCs | 2–6 weeks | Financial Statement Analysis; Excel for Finance; Introduction to Valuation; IFRS Essentials; Personal Finance & Wealth |
| Professional Certificates | 6–12 weeks | Financial Reporting & IFRS; Financial Analysis & Corporate Finance; Investment Analysis; Audit, Risk & Internal Control |
| Advanced Diplomas | 10–20 weeks | Financial Modelling & Valuation; IFRS & Corporate Reporting; Audit, Risk & Internal Control; Investment & Portfolio Analysis |
| Executive Programmes | 2 days – 12 weeks | Strategic Financial Leadership; CFO & Finance Transformation; Corporate Valuation & M&A; Board-Level Finance |
The Finance academic ladder in detail.
Four tiers designed to support progressive career development, from financial foundations to strategic financial leadership.
Foundation Certificate
GISA Certificate in Financial Foundations
- FIN 101Principles of Financial Accounting
- FIN 102Financial Statement Analysis Basics
- FIN 103Corporate Finance Essentials
- FIN 104Excel for Finance Professionals
Ability to interpret financial statements and apply foundational finance tools.
Professional Certificate
GISA Professional Certificate in Financial Reporting & Analysis
Track A: Financial Reporting & IFRS
- FIN 201IFRS Framework & Presentation
- FIN 202Revenue, Leases & Financial Instruments
- FIN 203Group Accounting & Consolidation
Track B: Financial Analysis & Valuation
- FIN 210Financial Modeling
- FIN 211Business Valuation
- FIN 212Banking & Investment Analysis
Advanced Diploma
GISA Advanced Diploma
- Advanced Diploma in IFRS & Corporate Reporting
- Advanced Diploma in Financial Modelling & Valuation
- Advanced Diploma in Audit, Risk & Internal Control
Includes case studies, assignments and capstone projects.
Executive & Specialist
GISA Executive Certificate in Strategic Finance
- Executive Programme in Strategic Financial Leadership
- Executive Programme in Corporate Financial Transformation
Designed for CFOs, Directors and senior leaders.
Grading classification: Distinction, Merit, Pass. Evaluation components include quizzes, case studies, capstone projects and oral defences.
Executive programmes linked to this school
- Executive Programme in Strategic Financial Leadership
- Executive Programme in Investment, Valuation & M&A
- Executive Programme in Finance for Non-Finance Executives
Centre for Finance & Capital Markets
Markets, banking, investment, valuation and reporting.
Research agenda →Study in the School of Finance
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