INDIA'S 1st SUPER SPECIALISEDFINANCE BUSINESS SCHOOL

About Imperial

Founded in 2017, Imperial School of Banking and Management Studies is an exclusive B-School for Finance, established by a group of experienced professionals, industry leaders and academicians with a vision to transform finance education in India. Recognised as India’s 1st Super-Specialised Finance Business School, Imperial is committed to developing the next generation of finance professionals through specialised, industry-driven and globally aligned education.

Entering its 10th Year of Excellence, Imperial stands as an AICTE-approved and DTE-recognised institution, recognised in the IIRF 2026 rankings at 98th position nationally and 29th in Maharashtra, and honoured with the Fastest Growing B-School award by The Times of India in 2024.

At Imperial, finance education goes beyond conventional classroom learning. Our super-specialised programmes in Risk Management and Applied Finance offer students focused pathways in Quantitative Finance, Core Finance, Financial Analytics, Risk Management and emerging financial technologies. Through professional qualifications from globally recognised bodies, industry-led learning, practical projects, expert mentorship and corporate interactions, students gain the knowledge, technical capabilities and professional perspective required to navigate the evolving world of finance.

With a strong emphasis on professional excellence, practical application and global exposure, Imperial aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations, preparing students to become competent, confident and future-ready finance professionals.

INDIA'S 1st SUPER SPECIALISEDFINANCE BUSINESS SCHOOL

About Imperial

Recognized among

The best PGDM colleges in Pune for finance education

Offering an AICTE-approved PGDM in Applied Finance + CPA (AICPA-USA) + EY, Imperial combines 50% assignment-based learning, continuous mentorship, industry-driven curriculum, summer internships, live projects, and hands-on training in Python, Power BI, Financial Analytics, and AI in Finance. Through industry certifications, practical exposure, and specialized finance education, Imperial equips students with the skills and expertise required to succeed in today's rapidly evolving banking and financial services industry.

India’s 1st Super-Specialised Finance Business School

AICTE Approved

DTE Recognized

An Exclusive B-School for Finance

Designed for Finance Excellence

Looking for a Super-Specialised Finance PGDM in Pune? Imperial offers four integrated, super-specialised PGDM pathways: PGDM in Risk Management + FRM®️, PGDM in Applied Finance + CFA®️ Level I, PGDM in Applied Finance + SAP FICO, and PGDM in Applied Finance + CPA (AICPA-USA). As an exclusive B-School for Finance, Imperial integrates super-specialised finance education, globally recognised professional qualifications, industry-focused learning and practical exposure to prepare students for successful careers in the evolving financial services industry.

PGDM in Risk Management + FRM® (GARP, USA) + INSEAD + EY

GLOBAL IMMERSION | 2 YEARS

This specialized program combines postgraduate management education with FRM® Part I & Part II preparation, international learning exposure at INSEAD Singapore and EY certification. Students develop expertise across financial risk, non-financial risk, analytics, cybersecurity risk, cloud risk, and enterprise risk management.

PGDM in Applied Finance + CFA® (USA) + EY

AICTE-APPROVED | 2 YEARS

A career-focused program created to build expertise in investment, valuation, financial analysis, and core finance. It includes CFA® Level I certification from the CFA Institute (USA), EY Certification, and direct learning from investment bankers and Chief Investment Officers.

PGDM in Applied Finance + SAP FICO (Global) + EY

AICTE-APPROVED | 2 YEARS

Combining finance with enterprise technology, this program prepares students for roles at the intersection of accounting, financial operations, and ERP systems. It offers global SAP FICO certification, EY Certification, and instruction from global SAP leaders.

PGDM in Applied Finance + CPA (AICPA-USA) + EY

AICTE-APPROVED | 2 YEARS

A specialised programme combining Applied Finance with Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preparation, aligned with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA-USA), designed to prepare students for global careers in Accounting, Auditing, International Taxation and Financial Reporting.

Our Recruiters

Imperial School of Banking and Management Studies, one of the emerging PGDM colleges in Pune, attracts leading core finance recruiters seeking exceptional talent. Prominent organizations such as KFintech, KMK Ventures, HC Global, ADP, Finastra, Armanino, EisnerAmper, Apex Group, IndiaCapital, Opus Fund Services, Enfusion, Johnson Controls, Wipro-Blackstone, etc., regularly recruit from the institute. This reflects the institute’s strong industry connections and successful placement outcomes.

Placements

Imperial School of Management Studies stands out as one of the leading PGDM colleges in Pune for Finance, known for its strong placement record in core and quantitative finance. The institute consistently connects students with leading core finance recruiters, offering career opportunities across diverse finance domains.

Our students secure roles such as Quantitative Finance Analyst, Financial Analyst, Finance Associate, Fund Accountant, Accounts Analyst, Accountant – Financial Reporting, Conflicts Associate, Accounting Advisor, and Assurance Financial Consultant. Students are also placed in high-demand functions including Investment Banking Operations, Corporate Finance, Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting, Risk Management, and Derivatives.

Mr. Abhishek Tiwari

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Mr. Manish Tripathi

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Ms. Pooja Joshi

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Ms. Diksha Gaonkar

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Mr. Piyush Darji

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Ms. Dimple Pawar

BDO

Analyst - Risk & Advisory

Mr. Sudhanshu Kumar

BDO

Analyst - Risk & Advisory

Mr. Sachin Bhadouria

BDO

Analyst - Risk & Advisory

Mr. Onkar Waghmare

BDO

Analyst - Risk & Advisory

Mr. Abhishek Tiwari

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Mr. Manish Tripathi

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Ms. Pooja Joshi

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Ms. Diksha Gaonkar

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Mr. Piyush Darji

KNAV

Associate – US Tax Compliance

Ms. Dimple Pawar

BDO

Analyst - Risk & Advisory

Mr. Sudhanshu Kumar

BDO

Analyst - Risk & Advisory

Mr. Sachin Bhadouria

BDO

Analyst - Risk & Advisory

Mr. Onkar Waghmare

BDO

Analyst - Risk & Advisory

Value Added Courses

IIM Certification

EY Certification

NISM Certification

Python

Power BI

AI in Finance

Quantitative Aptitude

PGDM Placement Announcements

Congratulations Mr. Abhishek Tiwari for being placed at KNAV (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Manish Tripathi for being placed at KNAV (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Pooja Joshi for being placed at KNAV (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Diksha Gaonkar for being placed at KNAV (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Piyush Darji for being placed at KNAV (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Dimple Pawar for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Sudhanshu Kumar for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Sachin Bhadouria for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Onkar Waghmare for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Sudhanshu Pande for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Nandini Kapse for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Ritika Shashidhar for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Anamika Singh for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Kushanki Kesharwani for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Rupali Mohol for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Yash Agarwal for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Aniket Gupta for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Anurag Shroff for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Priyanshu Jain for being placed at BDO (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Atharv Yawale for being placed at Opus Fund Services (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Pranil Amrutkar for being placed at Opus Fund Services (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Satyam Shelke for being placed at Opus Fund Services (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Avantika Chavan for being placed at Opus Fund Services (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Nishant Rindhe for being placed at Opus Fund Services (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Ashutosh Paul for being placed at Opus Fund Services (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Harshvardhan Soni for being placed at KMK Ventures (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Poonam Singh for being placed at KMK Ventures (2025-27).

Congratulations Mr. Dhruv Sahu for being placed at KMK Ventures (2025-27).

Congratulations Ms. Khushi Shende for being placed at KMK Ventures (2025-27).