Standard Duration – 2 Years
A-levels, Intermediate, or University Graduates with No Exposure to Accounting
Fast Track Duration – 1 Year
Professional Accounting Body Certificate, or University Graduates in Business/Accounting
Part Time – 1 Year
ICMA Associate Financial Accountant, or a 4-Year Degree in Business/ Accounting
Mode of Study:
Option 1. Cohort Learning
Option 2. Self Paced Learning
Future Career Options
Digital: Build a Career in one of the ‘Jobs of the Future’
Finance: Progress towards the Prestigious CMA Qualification
Digital & Finance Professional (DFP)
Are you a high school or a university graduate not sure about your preferred professional career path? Do you want to keep your options open until you learn more about how you can develop an international professional career?
If so, you are at the right place!
In the context of rapid technology driven transformation around the world, there are significant opportunities to develop a rewarding career in digital arena by providing services to global clients remotely from Pakistan.
The accounting profession is also going through a period of change. A ‘Future Fit’ accounting professional needs to have an in-depth understanding of data analytics to supplement his accounting expertise. In his future capacity as an enabler of digital & tech in his organisation, he also needs to have a good understanding of technologies that are transforming businesses around the world.
Whether you wish to develop an international career in a digital field of your choice or plan to become a Future Fit accounting professional with a prestigious CMA designation, DFP will provide you with a solid starting point.
Completing DFP will provide you the necessary knowledge and exposure to allow you to make an informed choice between the two equally attractive career pathways.
It will also make you a job-ready professional, should you wish to choose the employment pathway with or without further professional education.
Three Possible Destinations after Completing DFP
Digital & Finance Professional
Diploma in Digital & Finance
Three Months Internship
Managerial Modules
Strategic Modules
Reduced Practical Corporate Training
Accounting Qualification
Charted Management Accountant
Advance Diploma in Digital
Work Experience
Professional Diploma in Digital
Work Experience
Digital Qualification
Certified Digital Professional
Join the Workforce
Workplace Exit
Join The Workforce
Why Study for Digital & Finance Professional (DFP) Designation
Enhancing employability options is a high priority for the students in the accountancy profession, or those in early stages of their working or training experience.
In the context of the rapidly changing role of accounting & finance professionals globally, students who can demonstrate a balanced set of technical accounting and data analytics skills will significantly improve their employability options, get access to more intellectually stimulating job opportunities, and get better financial rewards.
Digital & Finance Professional (DFP)
Digital & Finance Professional (DFP) is a professional designation from ICMA Digital, the digital skills development arm of the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA Pakistan).
In addition to being the first step towards achieving the prestigious CMA designation of ICMA Pakistan or working towards a Certified Digital Professional (CDP) designation from ICMA Digital, DFP is also a stand-alone professional title that provides a stamp of recognition for well-respected professionals in any organisation.
This qualification allows you to add DFP to your name to demonstrate your professionalism, knowledge & experience.
Diploma in Digital & Finance
Diploma in Operational Accounting
Diploma in Digital Skills
Diploma in Professional Success Skills
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Internship
Relevant
Work Experience
for Three Months
Diploma in Operational Accounting
Introduction
The Diploma in Operational Accounting is awarded by ICMA Digital once the learner has passed all the courses up to Operational Level 2 and been awarded CMA Operational Level Certificate by ICMA Pakistan.
Programme Contents
CMA Operational Accounting Modules
Course 1
- Fundamentals of Financial Accounting
- Business Economics
- Business Communication & Report Writing
Course 2
- Fundamentals of Management
- Business Mathematics & Statistical Inference
- Commercial Laws
Partner & Learning Content Provider
ICMA Pakistan is our principal partner for the tuition of the Diploma in Operational Accounting. We plan to announce other Approved Partners before the end of the year.
The learner will attend classes at ICMA Pakistan or another Approved Partner of his choice. Examinations for Operational Levels 1 and 2 are conducted by ICMA Pakistan multiple times during the year.
Diploma in Digital Skills
Introduction
The Diploma in Digital Skills provides the learner an overview of the various digital & emerging technologies helping to cause digital transformation around the world and the career opportunities available in the digital arena.
Having gained an introduction to key transformational technologies, the learner gets an opportunity to choose one for career specialisation.
Programme Contents
Mandatory
Introductory Overview of Key Digital and Emerging Technologies Skills
Prompt engineering for Chat GPT
Options for Digital Skills Specialisation*
- Data Analytics
- Cybersecurity
- Digital Marketing
- UX Design
- Digital Skills for Finance
*Additional specialisation options will be introduced in early 2024.
Learning Content Providers
Diploma in Professional Success Skills
Introduction
This diploma is focused on developing professional business skills for success. Soft skills like critical thinking, problem solving, effective communication and teamwork are as important for business success as technical skills.
Programme Contents
Professional Success Skills
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Emotional & Social Intelligence
- Communication Skills
- Teamwork
- Business Writing
- Business Ethics
- Freelancing Setup
Learning Content Providers
Experience the Programme
Microsoft
Cybersecurity
Google
Digital Marketing
Macquarie University
Storytelling & Influencing
Interested in the Programme?
Programme
Digital & Finance Professional
Option 1: Standard Duration – 2 Years
Option 2: Fast-Track Duration – 1 Year
Option 3: Part Time – 1 Year
Mode of Study
Digital & Finance Professional
Option 1: Cohort Learning
Option 2: Self-Paced Learning
Standard Duration - 2 Year Programme Fee
Option 1: Cohort Learning
(One-Time $50 Admission Fee)
Total Fee: $2,000 (without scholarship)
Total Fee: $1,600 (after Founder Scholarship)
Total Fee: $1,100 (Entry after ICMA Operational Level 1)
Standard Duration - 2 Year Programme Fee
Option 2: Self-Paced Learning
(One-Time $50 Admission Fee)
Total Fee: $1,200 (without scholarship)
Total Fee: $1,100 (after Founder Scholarship)
Total Fee: $900 (Entry After ICMA Operational Level 1)
Fast Track Duration - 1 Year Programme Fee
Option 1: Cohort Learning
(One-Time $50 Admission Fee)
Total Fee: $1,200 (without scholarship)
Total Fee: $1,000 (after Founder Scholarship)
Total Fee: $750 (Entry After ICMA Operational Level)
Fast Track Duration - 1 Year Programme Fee
Option 2: Self-Paced Learning
(One-Time $50 Admission Fee)
Total Fee: $750 (without scholarship)
Total Fee: $700 (after Founder Scholarship)
Total Fee: $650 (Entry After ICMA Operational Level)
Part Time - 1 Year Programme Fee
Option 1: Cohort Learning
(One-Time $50 Admission Fee)
Total Fee: $1,000 (without scholarship)
Total Fee: $900 (after Founder Scholarship)
Total Fee: $750 (after ICMA Student Scholarship)
Part Time - 1 Year Programme Fee
Option 2: Self-Paced Learning
(One-Time $50 Admission Fee)
Total Fee: $750 (without scholarship)
Total Fee: $700 (after Founder Scholarship)
Total Fee: $650 (after ICMA Student Scholarship)
Note: As an international firm, our educational programmes are priced in US$. However, the student enrolling in our courses pays the equivalent amount in PKR based on the conversion rate of the day by using debit / credit card issued by any Pakistani bank. By using a global market leader payment processing firm, we have made the online payment process as simple as buying a book on Amazon!
