Description
Course Name: Certificate in Microfinance & Self-Help Group Facilitation
Course Id: CMSHGF/Q0101.
Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent is required.
Objective: The objective of the Certificate in Microfinance & Self-Help Group Facilitation course is to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of microfinance principles, SHG dynamics, and the role of community-based financial systems in promoting inclusive development. The course focuses on the formation, functioning, and strengthening of SHGs, group leadership, savings and credit linkages, record-keeping, and financial literacy.
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) | ||||
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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 Microfinance and SHGs: Concept and evolution of microfinance, Role of microfinance in poverty alleviation, Structure and functioning of SHGs, Importance of financial inclusion, Stakeholders in microfinance, Types of microfinance institutions, Role of NGOs and government in SHG promotion, Gender and microfinance, Advantages of group-based lending, Challenges in the microfinance sector.
Module 2: Formation and Management of SHGs: Steps in SHG formation, Group norms and rules, Leadership development in SHGs, Meeting procedures and planning, Conflict resolution strategies, Promoting participation and inclusiveness, Capacity building for SHG members, SHG grading and assessment, Roles of SHG facilitators, Role of self-regulatory bodies.
Module 3: Savings, Credit, and Financial Linkages: Importance of group savings, Internal lending process, Creditworthiness assessment, Linking SHGs with banks, SHG-bank linkage models, Loan application and documentation, Repayment management, Interest rate setting and collection, Monitoring credit utilization, Government schemes for SHGs (e.g., NRLM).
Module 4: Bookkeeping and Financial Management: Importance of record keeping, Types of SHG records (minutes, attendance, savings, loans), Cash book and passbook maintenance, Financial literacy for SHG members, Basics of accounting and bookkeeping, Common bookkeeping errors and solutions, Role of digital tools and mobile banking, Budgeting and planning, Reporting to stakeholders, Auditing of SHG accounts.
Module 5: Livelihood Promotion and Entrepreneurship: Identifying local livelihood opportunities, Value chain approach, Vocational skills and enterprise development, Business planning for SHG members, Marketing strategies for rural products, Access to government and NGO schemes, Product pricing and costing, Financial management in micro-enterprises, Success stories and case studies, Social enterprise models.
Module 6: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Impact Assessment: Monitoring tools and indicators, Participatory evaluation techniques, SHG performance indicators, Impact assessment methodologies, Reporting and documentation practices, Field visit planning and supervision, Building sustainability of SHGs, Exit strategies for facilitators, Role of MIS (Management Information Systems), Best practices in SHG facilitation.
Job Opportunities in Microfinance & SHG Facilitation (India)
Professionals support financial inclusion, SHG formation, loan facilitation, livelihood promotion, and rural development programs in microfinance institutions, NGOs, and government initiatives.
Top Roles: SHG Facilitator / Promoter, Microfinance Field Officer, Community Mobilizer, Loan Officer, MIS/Data Executive, Credit Officer, NGO Program Assistant, Rural Development Facilitator, Self-Employment Trainer, Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant
Key Skills: SHG formation, community mobilization, financial literacy, microcredit management, project reporting, livelihood training
Salary Range (India):
- Entry-Level: ₹10,000–20,000/month
- Mid-Level: ₹20,000–30,000/month
- Senior / Specialized Roles: ₹30,000+ (Program Manager / Livelihood Specialist)
Employers: NABARD, SIDBI, NRLM (DAY-NRLM), SKS Microfinance, Bandhan Bank, Ujjivan, Spandana Sphoorty, SEWA, PRADAN, BAIF, MYRADA, Gram Vikas, CARE India, State Rural Livelihood Missions, Tata Trusts, Reliance Foundation, Ambuja Cement Foundation
Scope & Growth: Career progression: SHG Facilitator → Field Supervisor → Block/District Coordinator → Program Manager → State Program Manager / Livelihood Specialist → Development Consultant / Program Head
