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Date
April 11, 2027
Program Duration
205 days
Language
Arabic-English
Fees
81,696.00 Fully Supported
In Class Training
Riyadh
About Program
The Financial Academy is launching the “Capital Market Sector Pioneers” program in collaboration with the Sector Skills Councils and the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF). The program is fully supported by HRDF and The Financial Academy. This strategic national initiative aims to equip recent graduates with the capabilities needed to become the next generation of leaders in the capital market sector. The program offers an integrated nine-month learning journey that combines classroom training at The Financial Academy and live online training alongside practical experience supported by direct coaching and mentoring at participating financial institutions. This approach provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the sector and practical knowledge of its operations. The program includes more than 300 training hours designed to develop financial competencies and strengthen participants’ capabilities in financial market analysis, smart investing, and regulatory compliance, while building their understanding of the ethical and legal aspects of working in the sector. It also prepares participants to pass mandatory professional examinations and perform effectively across various capital market sector specialisations. The program concludes with a six-month supplementary period of on-the-job training to reinforce the knowledge and skills acquired and apply them in a real workplace environment, enhancing participants’ readiness for their professional roles. Registration in the program does not guarantee acceptance. The team will carefully review all elements of your application and ensure compliance with program requirements. Only accepted candidates will be contacted.
Program Goals
Understanding the Capital Market Sector
Understand the sector’s structure, institutions, investment instruments, and governing laws and regulations.
Compliance and Business Ethics
Apply principles of professional conduct and investor protection, alongside anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, and customer due diligence requirements.
Financial Analysis
Analyze financial statements and data and interpret findings to support financial and investment decisions.
Digital Tools and Artificial Intelligence
Use digital applications and AI tools for research, analysis, and the preparation of professional reports and presentations.
Risk Management and Control
Identify operational risks and apply risk management principles, taking into account control requirements, business continuity, and customer data protection.
Personal and Professional Skills
Apply communication, negotiation, teamwork, and time management skills, and adapt to changes in the workplace.
Problem Solving and Project Management
Apply design thinking, problem-solving techniques, and project management methods to develop practical solutions to workplace challenges.
Investment Banking
Apply financial analysis, valuation, and modeling tools to assess financing opportunities, public offerings, mergers, and acquisitions, according to the relevant track.
Asset Management, Research, and International Investments
Analyze markets and investment opportunities, construct portfolios, assess their performance and risks, and prepare investment research and recommendations, according to the relevant track.
Preparation for Professional Examinations
Acquire the technical and regulatory knowledge required to pass the mandatory professional examinations relevant to the selected track.
Workplace Application
Apply acquired knowledge and skills to job responsibilities during on-the-job training at participating financial institutions.
Join us for an unforgettable journey of exceptional learning
The program adopts a blended, practice-based learning approach that combines classroom training, online learning, and self-directed learning within a progressive journey. It begins with personal and foundational technical skills before advancing to job readiness and specialized investment skills aligned with the selected track. Interactive discussions, case studies, financial market simulations, role-playing activities, and small-scale projects using digital tools connect knowledge to real workplace situations. Practical exercises, mock examinations, and developmental feedback support participants’ progress and preparation for professional examinations. This learning is reinforced through on-the-job training at participating financial institutions, supported by coaching and mentoring to strengthen skills and their practical application.
Program Structure
59 training days
Total training days
348 Training hours
total training hours
6 months
On-the-job training duration
5 stages
Number of training stages
10 days, 60 hours
Personal skills
10 days, 60 hours
Foundational technical skills
15 days, 90 hours
Job readiness skills
15 days, 90 hours
Specialized investment skills
2 specialized tracks
Professional examination preparation
2 examinations per participant, according to specialization
Mandatory professional examinations
Fully funded by HRDF and the Financial Academy
Program funding
Blended
Training Type
Program Agenda
In Class Training-Online Training
Self-leadership and mental agility in an era of change
Emotional and social intelligence in the workplace
Effective communication in hybrid environments
Teamwork and team building
Time management and productivity using artificial intelligence
Design thinking for problem solving
Effective presentation and public speaking
Negotiation and persuasion skills
Adaptability and resilience in the workplace
Digital innovation and idea leadership
In Class Training-Online Training
The supervisory and regulatory environment of financial markets
Anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing
Know Your Customer and Customer Due Diligence (KYC
Fundamentals of risk management in the capital market sector
Compliance and legal responsibility
Internal audit and operational controls
Business continuity
Information security and customer data protection
Business ethics
Investor protection and fair dealing
In Class Training-Online Training
Research and financial data collection skills
Financial analysis using intermediate-level Excel
Key applications of advanced Excel: functions, tables, and interactive models
Data analysis using Power BI and ChatGPT
Reading and analyzing financial statements
Preparing financial reports
Creating presentations using smart templates
Artificial intelligence in the capital market sector
Disclosure requirements
Fundamentals of project management in the financial sector
Project scheduling, monitoring, and progress reporting
Integrated practical applications: completing a small-scale project incorporating all the preceding skills
In Class Training-Online Training
Financial performance analysis and decision-making
Fundamentals of financial modeling
Financial advisory for business expansion
Initial public offerings (IPOs)
Prospectuses and preliminary valuation
Financial feasibility studies and project finance
Introduction to mergers and acquisitions (M
Valuation of acquisition transactions
The investment banker’s role in M
Effective due diligence
Artificial intelligence in investment banking
Conducting a small-scale practical simulation of an IPO or acquisition transaction
In Class Training-Online Training
Introduction to asset management and international investments
Institutional investment strategies
Advanced investment instruments: exchange-traded funds (ETFs), real estate investment trusts (REITs), and hedge funds
Financial market research: sector and economic analysis methodologies
Investment portfolio management
Excel and Bloomberg applications in investment analysis
Investment performance analysis and risk measures
International investment and emerging market behavior
Rating criteria and the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into decision-making
Professional research reports and investment recommendations
Artificial intelligence and machine learning tools in investment analysis
Effective sales skills
Developing a comprehensive investment dossier
In Class Training-Online Training
Preparatory program for the Corporate Finance Technical Foundations professional examination (CME-5A)
Preparatory program for the Saudi Capital Market Rules and Regulations professional examination, Corporate Finance (CME-5B)
CME-5A mock examination
CME-5B mock examination
In Class Training-Online Training
Preparatory program for the International Certificate in Wealth and Investment Management professional examination (CME-4A)
Preparatory program for the Saudi Capital Market Rules and Regulations professional examination, Asset Managers (CME-4B)
CME-4A mock examination
CME-4B mock examination
In Class Training-Online Training
Preparatory program for the International Introduction to Securities and Investment professional examination (CME-1A)
Preparatory program for the Saudi Capital Market Rules and Regulations professional examination, General Section (CME-1B)
CME-1A mock examination
CME-1B mock examination
In Class Training-Online Training
In Class Training-Online Training
Admission Process
This stage contributes to clarifying the program requirements and facilitating communication between participants and the administration to ensure a fruitful learning experience. It also provides an opportunity to verify the required documents and organize logistical details to guarantee successful participation.
Admission Criteria
Nationality
Applicants must be Saudi nationals.
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must be recent graduates holding a bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines or equivalent fields: Finance, Accounting, Investment, Economics, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, Law and International Law, or Engineering.
Academic Performance
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0, 3.2 out of 4.0, or 80%.
English Language Proficiency
Fluent in English, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent.
Application Process: Your Journey Starts Here
The admissions team will carefully review all elements of your application. The selection process will take up to eight weeks from the date of submission of a completed application.
Step 1
Online application and video interview
Step 2
Pre-selection and decision
Step 3
Interview with acceptance
Step 4
Admission Committee
Step 5
Final decision
Investing In Your Future
The program provides a foundation for a career in the capital market sector through a fully funded learning opportunity that combines specialized knowledge with practical experience. It helps participants discover their strengths, define their career direction, and build relationships that support their future growth.
Key benefits for you and your organization
The program helps the organization develop Saudi talent aligned with its workforce needs through specialized tracks and practical workplace experience. It also provides access to a shared, fully funded training framework, helping reduce development costs and prepare young professionals to contribute to the organization’s business.
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