IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) Syllabus 2026: Semester-wise Subjects, Credits and Study Blocks
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IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) syllabus structure: 2 semesters, 36 credits
The IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management (PGDIFM) syllabus spans two semesters and carries a total of 36 credits. The minimum duration for completing the programme is one year, with a maximum duration of three years. The programme fee is Rs. 20,000/- for the full programme, as per the July 2026 prospectus.
The first semester of the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management comprises five courses, totalling 20 credits. These courses include MMPC 004 Accounting for Managers and MMPC 014 Financial Management. The second semester includes four courses, accumulating 16 credits, such as MMPF 004 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management. All courses are theory-based. Admission cycles are held in January and July.
Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) structure at a glance
| Semester / group | Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1st semester | 5 courses | 20 |
| 2nd semester | 4 courses | 16 |
Syllabus for other programmes: IGNOU syllabus, programme by programme.
IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) 1st semester subjects: Accounting for Managers, Financial Management
The IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management (PGDIFM) first semester includes five theory courses, each carrying 4 credits. These courses cover foundational aspects of financial management, with MMPC 004 Accounting for Managers and MMPC 014 Financial Management serving as core subjects. The programme totals 36 credits over two semesters.
IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) 1st semester: courses and credits
| Course code | Course title | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMPC 004 | Accounting for Managers | 4 | Theory |
| MMPC 014 | Financial Management | 4 | Theory |
| MMPF 001 | Working Capital Management | 4 | Theory |
| MMPF 002 | Capital Investment and Financing | 4 | Theory |
| MMPF 003 | Management Control Systems | 4 | Theory |
MMPC 004 Accounting for Managers: study blocks
- Block 1: Accounting: An Overview
- Block 2: Cost Accounting
- Block 3: Application of Cost Accounting
- Block 4: Financial Statement Analysis
- Block 5: Emerging Issues in Accounting
MMPC 014 Financial Management: study blocks
- Block 1: Financial Management-An Overview
- Block 2: Cost of Capital and Investment Decisions
- Block 3: Financing Decisions
- Block 4: Dividend Decisions
- Block 5: Emerging Issues in Finance
MMPF 001 Working Capital Management: study blocks
- Block 1: Concepts and Determination
- Block 2: Management of Current Assets
- Block 3: Financing of Working Capital
- Block 4: Working Capital Management : Issues and Practices
MMPF 002 Capital Investment and Financing: study blocks
- Block 1: Financial Decisions: An Overview
- Block 2: Investment Decisions Under Certainty
- Block 3: Investment Decisions Under Uncertainty
- Block 4: Long Term Financing Decisions
- Block 5: Strategic Financing Decisions
MMPF 003 Management Control Systems: study blocks
- Block 1: Management Control: Concepts and Contexts
- Block 2: Management Control Structure
- Block 3: Management Control Process
- Block 4: Management Control in Some Special Oranisations
IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) 2nd semester subjects: Security Analysis and Portfolio Management
The IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management (PGDIFM) second semester covers four core theory courses, each carrying 4 credits. These include MMPF 004 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management, MMPF 005 International Financial Management, MMPF 006 Management of Financial Services, and MMPF 011 Management of Insurance Services.
Each course in the second semester has four eGyanKosh blocks. For example, MMPF 004 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management includes blocks on An Overview, Security Analysis, Portfolio Management, and Institutional and Managed Portfolios. MMPF 005 International Financial Management covers International Financial Management, Foreign Exchange Market and Risk Management, International Financing Decisions, and International Investing Decisions.
IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) 2nd semester: courses and credits
| Course code | Course title | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMPF 004 | Security Analysis and Portfolio Management | 4 | Theory |
| MMPF 005 | International Financial Management | 4 | Theory |
| MMPF 006 | Management of Financial Services | 4 | Theory |
| MMPF 011 | Management of Insurance Services | 4 | Theory |
MMPF 004 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management: study blocks
- Block 1: An Overview
- Block 2: Security Analysis
- Block 3: Portfolio Management
- Block 4: Institutional and Managed Portfolios
MMPF 005 International Financial Management: study blocks
- Block 1: International Financial Management
- Block 2: Foreign Exchange Market and Risk Management
- Block 3: International Financing Decisions
- Block 4: International Investing Decisions
MMPF 006 Management of Financial Services: study blocks
- Block 1: Indian Financial System
- Block 2: Fee Based Services
- Block 3: Fund Based Services
- Block 4: Emerging Issues in Financial Services
MMPF 011 Management of Insurance Services: study blocks
- Block 1: Indian Insurance Sector: An Overview
- Block 2: Life Insurance
- Block 3: General Insurance
- Block 4: Managerial Issues of Insurance Sector
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IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) assessment: assignments, term-end exams and pass marks
All courses in the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management (PGDIFM) are assessed through assignments and a term-end examination. Assignments are compulsory for all courses. A learner must submit assignment responses before taking the Term-End Examination (TEE). Assignments for the current session are available for download from the university website. Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) go to the Coordinator of the learner’s Learner Support Centre.
The university conducts term-end examinations twice a year, in June and December. Examination centres are available across India and abroad. There are two daily exam sessions: 10 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 5 PM. Learners may write the exam in Hindi, even if registered for the English medium, except for language programmes. Hall tickets are uploaded on the University website and are not sent by post.
A failed assignment must be re-submitted. Once an assignment is passed, it cannot be re-submitted to improve the grade. Only term-end theory exams can be re-evaluated; projects, practicals, workshops, assignments, or seminars are not eligible. A copy of the answer script costs Rs. 100 per course (January 2026). Bachelor’s and Master’s students who fall short of 2% marks for a 2nd or 1st division may improve their score, with one opportunity only.
Exam and assignment guides: IGNOU assignment format; IGNOU TEE date sheet and IGNOU result and grade card.
IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma(Financial Management) (PGDIFM) study material: printed blocks and eGyanKosh
Learners receive printed self-instructional study material for the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma. This material is provided as a print book or an e-book.
The self-learning material for over 3923 courses across 384 programmes is available on eGyanKosh. For the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma, specific study blocks are available. For example, MMPC 004 Accounting for Managers includes Block 1: Accounting: An Overview, Block 2: Cost Accounting, Block 3: Application of Cost Accounting, Block 4: Financial Statement Analysis, and Block 5: Emerging Issues in Accounting. MMPC 014 Financial Management covers Block 1: Financial Management-An Overview, Block 2: Cost of Capital and Investment Decisions, Block 3: Financing Decisions, Block 4: Dividend Decisions, and Block 5: Emerging Issues in Finance.
MMPF 001 Working Capital Management has Block 1: Concepts and Determination, Block 2: Management of Current Assets, Block 3: Financing of Working Capital, and Block 4: Working Capital Management: Issues and Practices. MMPF 002 Capital Investment and Financing includes Block 1: Financial Decisions: An Overview, Block 2: Investment Decisions Under Certainty, Block 3: Investment Decisions Under Uncertainty, Block 4: Long Term Financing Decisions, and Block 5: Strategic Financing Decisions.
Study support: IGNOU study material status; IGNOU previous year question papers and IGNOU regional and study centres.
Notices and Documents from IGNOU
Common IGNOU Questions
What is the total fee for the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management?
The total programme fee for the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management is Rs. 20,000 for the July 2026 session. This fee covers the entire programme, but additional charges apply for admission and examinations.
How many credits are in the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management?
The IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management has a total of 36 credits. The first semester carries 20 credits, and the second semester carries 16 credits.
Which semester is heavier in terms of credits for the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management?
The first semester is heavier, with a total of 20 credits.
Are there any practicals or projects in the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management?
The programme syllabus lists all courses as 'Theory' courses.
What are the study blocks for MMPC 004 Accounting for Managers?
MMPC 004 Accounting for Managers has five study blocks. These cover Accounting: An Overview, Cost Accounting, Application of Cost Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, and Emerging Issues in Accounting.
What are the study blocks for MMPF 001 Working Capital Management?
MMPF 001 Working Capital Management is structured into four study blocks. These include Concepts and Determination, Management of Current Assets, Financing of Working Capital, and Working Capital Management: Issues and Practices.
What are the study blocks for MMPF 004 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management?
MMPF 004 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management has four study blocks. These cover An Overview, Security Analysis, Portfolio Management, and Institutional and Managed Portfolios.
What is the minimum duration to complete the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management?
The minimum duration to complete the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management is 1 year. Learners have a maximum of 3 years to finish the programme.
What are the eligibility requirements for the IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management?
To be eligible, a candidate must be a graduate from any discipline. General category applicants need 50% marks, while reserved category applicants require 45% marks as per Government of India Rules.
Can I get a discount if I choose digital study material?
Yes, learners who opt for soft copies instead of printed study material receive a 15% discount on the programme fee.