Description
Course Name: Certificate in Insurance Services & Investment Management
Course Id: CISIM/Q0101.
Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent is required.
Objective: The Certificate in Insurance Services & Investment Management is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the insurance sector and investment management principles. The course introduces learners to various insurance products, including life, health, general, and corporate insurance, along with underwriting, policy servicing, and claims management.
Duration: Three Months.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus:
Module 1: Introduction to Insurance and Investment Services: Overview of insurance and investment sectors, Functions of insurance in economic development, Types of insurance (life, health, general), Introduction to investment management, Role of insurance in personal financial planning, Regulatory bodies (IRDAI, SEBI), Risk and return concepts, Key insurance and investment terms, Financial intermediaries and markets, Code of ethics in insurance and investment advisory.
Module 2: Insurance Products and Services: Life insurance plans (term, endowment, ULIPs), Health insurance and critical illness policies, Motor, travel and property insurance, Group insurance and employee benefits, Riders and add-on covers, Premium calculation and underwriting basics, Claims process and settlement, Insurance policy servicing and documentation, Reinsurance and risk pooling, Technology trends in insurance services.
Module 3: Investment Products and Asset Classes: Mutual funds and SIPs, Stocks and equity investments, Fixed income instruments (bonds, debentures), Real estate and REITs, Gold and commodity investments, Public provident fund (PPF) and NPS, Portfolio diversification techniques, Systematic investment and withdrawal plans, Capital markets overview, Investment platforms and fintech trends.
Module 4: Financial Planning and Advisory: Steps in financial planning, Risk profiling and asset allocation, Retirement and pension planning, Goal-based investment planning, Tax planning using insurance and investments, Wealth accumulation strategies, Insurance needs analysis, Financial calculators and tools, Role of a financial advisor, Regulatory compliance in financial advisory.
Module 5: Risk Management and Portfolio Strategy: Principles of risk management in investments, Hedging and insurance as risk mitigation tools, Portfolio management strategies (active, passive), Investment risk assessment tools, Monitoring and reviewing portfolio performance, Behavioral finance and investor psychology, Volatility and market timing, Strategic vs tactical asset allocation, Crisis management in financial planning, Ethics in portfolio and risk advisory.
Module 6: Practical Applications and Industry Insights: Case studies on insurance and investment solutions, Reading policy documents and fund fact sheets, Regulatory updates (IRDAI, SEBI circulars), Client interaction and advisory roleplay, MIS reporting and client portfolio summaries, Using CRM and advisory software tools, Emerging trends in InsurTech and WealthTech, Industry certifications (NISM, IRDA exams), Final project and client advisory simulation, Certification exam and feedback.
Job Opportunities After Certificate in Insurance Services & Investment Management (India)
This program trains professionals in insurance products, investment planning, mutual funds, risk analysis, regulatory compliance, and client advisory across insurance companies, banks, asset management firms, and fintechs.
Top Roles: Insurance Advisor / Agent, Insurance Operations Executive, Claims Executive, Underwriter, Investment Analyst, Financial Advisor, Mutual Fund Executive, Bancassurance Officer, Risk Analyst, Operations Analyst – Insurance/Investment
Key Skills: Life & general insurance, investment planning, mutual fund NAV & portfolio management, regulatory frameworks (IRDAI, SEBI), NISM & IRDA exam readiness, financial goal mapping, risk assessment, client advisory
Salary Range (India):
- Entry-Level: ₹2.8 – 6.5 LPA
- Mid-Level: ₹6 – 15 LPA
- Senior-Level: ₹10 – 18+ LPA
- Leadership / Portfolio Head: ₹20 – 35+ LPA
Employers: LIC, ICICI Prudential, HDFC Life, SBI Life, Bajaj Allianz, SBI MF, HDFC MF, Axis MF, ICICI AMC, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bajaj Finserv, Groww, Zerodha, Paytm Money, PwC, EY, Deloitte, Marsh McLennan
Scope & Growth: Career progression: Insurance/Investment Executive → Relationship Manager → Financial Consultant → Senior Analyst / Planner → Wealth Manager / Portfolio Manager.
