New Delhi : Ansal University, Gurgaon, a private university dedicated to providing advanced education announced addition of two new programs on Financial Planning and Fine Arts. The CFP CM Certification (Certified Financial Planner CM) course can be pursued over a period of six months and the B.F.A. (Bachelor of Fine Arts) course with specialization in painting and fine arts is for the duration of four years and is divided into two parts, Part A – foundation (two semesters) and Part B – specialization (six semesters).

According to Dr. Raj Singh, Vice Chancellor, Ansal University, “Ansal University is continuing to grow its portfolio of courses to appeal to both working professionals and students who want to be recognized worldwide. The rapid development in the field of financial planning and visual arts in India has resulted in a huge market demand for skilled professionals in these disciplines.”

He also added, “The new courses focus on achieving excellence. The teaching methods at the University are a blend of theory, practical and research methods. The CFP CM program has been designed to enhance students’ abilities to apply Financial Planning knowledge to real life financial situations. B.F.A. program lays emphasis on enhancing creative ability and professional skills through different semesters focusing on foundation and applied arts.”

Financial Planning is one of the fastest-growing professions across the world and financial planners are the most sought after professionals by a fast growing working population that earns well, and needs expert handling of their finances. The CFP CM program provides ample opportunities with banks, financial planning firms, wealth management companies, life & non-life insurance companies, accounting firms, stock broking firms and many more. CFP CM Certification is the highest level of certification in the field of financial planning worldwide with over 1,18,245 CFP CM Certificates.

Students with B.F.A. degree get various choices for careers in craft as fine artists, multimedia artists, actors, art directors, art teachers or writers. The candidates seeking admission in B.F.A. must have scored 50% or above in 12+ from CBSE or any other recognized board.