Students who want in-depth information about their chosen field of study may pursue an advanced diploma. Having up to three additional years of education can put an individual in a better position to earn senior career positions. This diploma is typically earned more quickly than a bachelor’s degree.

What is an advanced diploma in financial analysis? Graduates who earn this diploma frequently do so to develop a more sophisticated understanding of financial markets. Students may focus on learning to apply market principles and global investment strategies using different types of financial instruments. Others choose to emphasize financial analysis from a corporate perspective, including debt and equity financing, asset purchase strategies and capital management options. Graduates often demonstrate a thorough understanding of balance sheets, income statements, cash position reports and calculating financial ratios.

Effectively managing assets and debt are skills needed both personally and professionally. Understanding complex investment strategies can impact people's financial health throughout their lifetime. The ability to read and understand financial statements often leads to future opportunities professionally.

The cost to earn an advanced diploma can vary depending on the field studied and whether coursework is delivered through classroom sessions or online. Tuition and fees may also vary depending on the type of school offering the program and its location.

One common career chosen by graduates with this diploma is a financial analyst at a corporation, financial institution or government agency. Others select positions as a financial planner, revenue operations analyst, costing analyst, cost accountant, financial reporting accountant or director of finance. Graduates may also work as equity research analysts, mergers and acquisitions deal flow coordinators, business analytics managers, commercial credit analysts, capital credit managers or private and professional banking vice presidents.

Financial analysis can be studied online or in a classroom setting. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.