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A34FMC / Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets
Faculty: College of Business and Economics

Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets

NQF Level

6

Total Credits

120

About the Programme

Description:

The purpose of the Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets is to develop your knowledge of the discipline of financial markets and trading. The programme comprises a focused curriculum to prepare you for a career in financial markets. Mastering of the curriculum will give you the ability to synthesise financial market principles and apply financial instruments in a professional manner. Fundamental knowledge of global investments relevant to the financial market industry will be gained, enabling you to work in today’s world of professional financial markets. The programme emphasises competence, integrity and the application of ethics in a professional environment. You will gain a global and South African financial market perspective and an in-depth understanding of the marketplace, which will give you a competitive advantage for employment.

Admission Requirements:

A Level 6 qualification + 3 years’ relevant work experience in financial markets, OR a Level 6 finance qualification, OR 5 years’ relevant work experience.

May require an entrance exam.

Programme Modules

This programme consists of 11 modules with a total of 120 credits.

Applied Financial Mathematics (Includes exemption exam)

Code: AFM1CC1
10 Credits R 3,630.00

Introduction to Financial Markets Part 1

Code: IFM1CC1
12 Credits R 4,060.00

Introduction to Financial Markets Part 2

Code: IFM2CC1
13 Credits R 4,350.00

Financial Planning and Taxation 1

Code: FPT1CC1
12 Credits R 4,450.00

Financial Planning and Taxation 2

Code: FPT2CC1
13 Credits R 4,450.00

Trading in Financial Markets Part 1

Code: TFM1CC1
12 Credits R 4,450.00

Trading in Financial Markets Part 2

Code: TFM2CC1
13 Credits R 4,820.00

Financial Markets Transactions Part 1

Code: FMT1CC1
12 Credits R 4,450.00

Financial Markets Transactions Part 2

Code: FMT2CC1
13 Credits R 4,450.00

Application of Corporate Events Part 1

Code: ACE1CC1
10 Credits R 3,710.00

Application of Corporate Events Part 2

Code: ACE2CC1
10 Credits R 3,710.00

Important Dates

Enrollment Period

Opens: Friday, 02 January 2026
Closes: Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Not Yet Open
Programme Duration

Starts: Monday, 12 January 2026
Ends: Sunday, 01 March 2026

Duration: 48 days

Registration Periods

Review the available registration windows below and apply during the period that works best for you.

D1-2026 Registration Cycle
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Registration Period
02 Jan 2026 - 14 Jan 2026
Programme Dates
Starts: 12 Jan 2026
Ends: 01 Mar 2026
Duration
2 weeks
D2-2026 Registration Cycle
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Registration Period
09 Feb 2026 - 11 Mar 2026
Programme Dates
Starts: 09 Mar 2026
Ends: 26 Apr 2026
Duration
4 weeks
D3-2026 Registration Cycle
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06 Apr 2026 - 06 May 2026
Programme Dates
Starts: 04 May 2026
Ends: 21 Jun 2026
Duration
4 weeks
D4-2026 Registration Cycle
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Registration Period
01 Jun 2026 - 01 Jul 2026
Programme Dates
Starts: 29 Jun 2026
Ends: 16 Aug 2026
Duration
4 weeks
D5-2026 Registration Cycle
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Registration Period
27 Jul 2026 - 26 Aug 2026
Programme Dates
Starts: 24 Aug 2026
Ends: 11 Oct 2026
Duration
4 weeks
D6-2026 Registration Cycle
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Registration Period
21 Sep 2026 - 21 Oct 2026
Programme Dates
Starts: 19 Oct 2026
Ends: 06 Dec 2026
Duration
4 weeks

Extra fees and levies for whole programmes

You will only need to pay for the modules you register for in each registration period, and those fees are payable upfront.

A registration fee and non-refundable ICT levy are also charged when you register for a programme.

For 2025, these charges amount to R1 150. (2025 pricing is subject to change.)

Note: Some programmes are exempt from these charges; this will be indicated during the registration process.

Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets
R 46530.00*

*2025 pricing.

Programme Information:
NQF Level 6
Total Credits 120
Start Date Jan 12, 2026
End Date Mar 01, 2026