Do I need prior experience?

No. Prior experience is not required.

How long does it take to complete?

The typical time taken is 6 to 12 months. A student of average ability who is new to the subject should expect to spend 12 months completing the diploma. Students who are more capable, experienced in the market, and who immerse themselves, can finish within 6 months.

Can I complete the diploma while working or studying?

Yes, you can complete the diploma while also completing a degree, or while working full time. You work on the diploma at times that are convenient for you, and proceed at the pace that suits you.

Is the diploma fully online?

Yes. Both the diploma and the assessment questions and tasks are completed online.

What support do I receive?

When you require assistance, our experienced and fully qualified Australian trainers are available to assist.

What assessments are involved?

There are no exams. Assessments are based on questions and tasks spread throughout the diploma.

Diploma of Company Analysis and Portfolio Management

Accredited. Online. Real World.

The Diploma of Company Analysis and Portfolio Management (11099NAT) is a government accredited qualification for students, professionals, and private investors who want practical training in real world investment analysis.

Qualification: Diploma of Company Analysis and Portfolio Management (11099NAT)

Delivery: Online

Start: Any time

Fee: $14,000

Provider: Financial Markets Institute of Australia, RTO #45709

Who This Diploma Is For

Investors – Our diploma is for anyone who wishes to learn a proven, repeatable, evidence based approach to company analysis and portfolio management. You will strengthen your analytical skills, deepen your market understanding, learn proven strategies, and optimise the quality of your investment decisions.

AI Investors – You will learn the information and strategies required to effectively ultilise AI for investment analysis.

Why This Diploma Is Different

Most finance education has a focus on theory. This diploma is instead built around practical, real world analysis.

Students apply what they learn to companies, markets, valuations, economic conditions, and portfolio construction, using current data. The aim is not just to understand investment concepts, but to develop a repeatable analytical process.

What You Will Be Able To Do

By completing the diploma, students will learn how to:

Analyse financial statements and business models

Build practical and effective financial models

Estimate fair value using multiple valuation methods

Identify high quality companies to include in your portfolio

Understand the economic, earnings and stock market cycles

Assess investment styles and factor based strategies

Apply risk management and allocation discipline

Analyse the bond market to assess economic risk

Select high conviction stock market investments

Build portfolios using both active and factor based strategies

Course Structure

Four Practical Units

Unit 1 – Conduct Value Analysis

Learn how to analyse financial statements, assess company quality, estimate fair value, and understand valuation risk.

Unit 2 – Apply Investment Styles and Quantitative Analysis

Learn how different investment strategies perform, how to use financial ratios and quantitative evidence, and how to assess risk.

Unit 3 – Conduct Economic Analysis

Learn how economic, earnings, bond-market, and stock-market cycles influence investment decisions.

Unit 4 – Manage Investment Portfolios

Learn how to build portfolios, make allocation decisions, manage risk, and apply investment strategies.

How The Diploma Works

The diploma is delivered online through written materials, videos, and trainer support. Assessments are open book.

Students work through the material at their own pace. When assistance is required, our trainers are available to help.

Course Director – Paul Nojin

Paul Nojin has 35 years’ experience in financial markets. He began his career at Bankers Trust and has trained students and professionals who have gone on to roles with leading investment banks and financial institutions.

“I did my first market training with Paul and went on to work as a trader with Deutsche Bank for 6 years and Macquarie Bank for 12 years. I recommend Paul highly.” D. Gelder

“Thanks in no small part to Paul and his training I became a professional trader, getting my first job with a top tier investment bank in Sydney, then London and now Hong Kong. Paul’s integrity, skill and training are second to none.” V. Vujacic

“Over my career I have had the privilege to work with many high achievers, some with rare and incredible abilities. I rank Paul’s market nous and knowledge up there with the best of them. His training programs in particular are exceptional. I have not seen better.” C. Bartlett

Fees and Enrolment

Course Fee: $14,000

Payments: Two (2) payments of $7,000 each. The first payment of $7,000 is due prior to commencing unit 1. The second and final payment of $7,000 is due prior to commencing unit 3.

Start: Any time

The Diploma of Company Analysis and Portfolio Management is delivered online and includes access to course materials, assessment, and student support.

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Graduate feedback …

“I just wanted to let you know I received an internship offer. I wouldn’t have been able to achieve this without the diploma. Thank you again for helping me take this step in my career.” MN

I’m feeling incredibly motivated and excited about the future. The course exceeded my expectations in every way. The delivery was excellent. The best part was engaging with Paul and learning from his extensive real-world experience. His insights were incredibly valuable.” JM

I am thrilled to be finished. My favourite part was learning how to identify quality companies. I now have the knowledge and confidence to manage and grow my portfolio without requiring any outside consultation. I’d certainly recommend the course to others.” RJ

“I found the diploma to be like no other study I have completed, either undergraduate or post-graduate. Everything had a current, real world application. As someone who has previously found academia to be quite dry, the diploma was engaging and interesting.” KM

I am extremely grateful for the knowledge I have gained. Paul was always available to answer questions which was extremely helpful. The course exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend the diploma to others.” LZ