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Global markets pathway
Fmi Online
Global markets provide a range of important products and services to corporates, institutions and governments worldwide from executing trades and managing risk to providing quality research content. A key business area in all investment banks, global markets offers a wide range of career paths for students to consider across all functions and at all levels from school leavers to internships through to graduate programs.
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What you’ll learn
Global markets provide a range of important products and services to corporates, institutions and governments worldwide from executing trades and managing risk to providing quality research content. A key business area in all investment banks, global markets offers a wide range of career paths for students to consider across all functions and at all levels from school leavers to internships through to graduate programs.
Our global markets pathway explores them all, designed to build practical skills, knowledge and insights about the key functions in a global markets division. From Trading (front office) roles such as such Sales & Trading to Product Control (middle office) roles such as Trade Support, Risk or Compliance through to Operations (back office) roles such as IT, Legal, Marketing or HR.
International Recognition
MDA Training, founded in 1988 by the founding professor of the London Business School, has certified our learning pathways. With over 35 years of experience, MDA Training is celebrated for its excellence in training leading banks and institutions.
200,000+ Learners
We work with top banks and institutions across the globe. Our learning pathways have been trusted by more than 200,000 across the globe
35+ Years of Experience
In the last 3 decades, we have worked with many prestigious investment banks and financial institutions. This makes us an essential source for developing skills in areas where recruiters are looking - especially if you're interested technology or operations jobs!
Flexible Learning
Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere and on any device.
About Instructors
Justin Sanders
Paul Hewett
Noopur Agarwal
Ryan Spendelow
Certified by MDA Training
For three decades, we have had the privilege of assisting our global clientele of the world’s biggest banks and institutions in enhancing their fiscal and operational efficacy through immersive and economically astute in-house initiatives. Our growth and success has been based on gaining a thorough understanding of each client’s business needs, work environment, and competency framework, and then tailoring specific programmes to meet those needs and achieve immediate, sustainable and measurable outcomes.
Legacy of Excellence
MDA’s history of training top banks ensures FMI students access a curriculum refined to meet industry standards, enhancing their readiness.
Industry-Relevant Curriculum
The MDA certification ensures students acquire practical and relevant skills, preparing them seamlessly for roles in investment banking and asset management.
Credibility and Recognition
FMI, being MDA’s sister firm, allows students to gain a certification that boosts their professional standing and employability in finance.
Comprehensive Skill Development
MDA’s approach ensures students develop a comprehensive skill set, becoming adept candidates ready for the dynamic finance landscape.
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Pathway Modules
The investment banking industry is a competitive one, so it's important to have an edge. Our Global Markets Pathway is the gateway to some of Wall Street's most prestigious front-office, middle-office and back-office jobs. This course helps students prepare for careers in front office roles such as sales or trading; middle office roles such as trade support, risk, compliance, product control or IT; or back office roles such as operations, legal, marketing or HR at top banks and institutions.
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Reviews
"The course content was insightful and contained many important real-life takeaways. Overall it was a great experience and I would recommend Fmi's learning pathway to anyone who is looking to build a career in Finance."
Meet Chetan Shah "If you wish to gain knowledge and insights on Financial institutions, then FMI Online’s pathways is without a doubt the right choice to boost your skillset."
Rahul Jaiswal "Structured design of FMI courses have really helped me alot to gain hands on practical knowledge through simulations. The video lectures are interesting and the concepts are explained very well. Grateful to FMI for providing us ,such platform to enhance our skillset."
Shreeya Sarkar "The course provides a deep dive into the industry including the kind of roles different desks offer. One can choose between Asset Management, Global Markets and Investment Banking as their pathway. If you are someone who is curious to know more about the business and wants to make a career choice, head to Fmi."
Adit Daftary "For those working in the investment banking industry, FMI offers a fantastic platform and a clear explanation of all the finance jargons."
Chinmayi DevisettyFrequently asked questions
Fmi's courses and learning pathways have been recognised and curated by MDA Training. Our Learning Pathways have been created by industry experts and designed to boost your career opportunities with practical skills, tools and insights. So far, we have successfully trained over 200k learners in prestigious financial institutions for over 35 years.
Absolutely not. The fees for our Learning Pathways and courses are clearly displayed and there are no hidden fees. There are also no contract obligations or auto-renew agreements with Fmi.
Yes. Please get in touch and we will tailor a package that meets your needs. Fmi is part of the MDA Training Group. MDA Training specialize in corporate training solutions and so we'd be delighted to explore your needs and put together a solution.
Our Learning Pathways offer best value compared to individual courses, so do check these out. On occassion we also run promotions that offer discounts on our Learning Pathways and Courses - so do sign up to our Fmi Learners Community to stay up-to-date on our latest offers.
Our Learning Pathways are designed to boost your career opportunities by helping you gain up-to-date skills and knowledge all financial institutions are looking for right now. Fmi online is a recognised name in financial services training across the globe. Upon completion you will be eligible for a Fmi certificate which is recognised and curated by MDA Training.
We accept all major debit and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, etc) and Paypal. Please get in touch should you need to organize payment via an alternative platform - we'd be happy to help.
Absolutely, our pathways are structured to bridge the gap between academic study/theory and real-world practical skills needed to start your career in finance. Our Learning Pathways have been carefully designed to provide a cost-effective way to learn key skills aligned to specific roles and careers. Our simulations which are often used by prestigious financial institutions all over the world as part of their intern and graduate development programs, will enable you to gain practical skills and insights that you will be able to utilize in your job applications, interviews and also in your early career in financial services. With Fmi, you can also take advantage of our mentor services to support you with your application process.
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Investment banking offers many exciting career opportunities for students. From Financial Analysts to Investment Management, and Sales & Trading to a wide range of roles in infrastructure such as IT, Risk or Compliance. This pathway is designed to help you understand the investment banking industry, the roles investment banks are recruiting for, and most importantly, help you to develop the practical skills you need to get into the industry and your preferred role whether this be as part of a school leaver, intern or graduate program.
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The asset management industry is a global industry worth over 100 trillion US dollars. It plays a crucial role in managing the assets of retail and institutional investors, offering a wide range of exciting careers in doing so. If you’re looking to forge a career in asset management, our Asset management pathway is perfect for you. We help you build the skills all asset managers are looking for and explore everything you need to know about the industry and the wide range of roles available in the sector
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