Essential FMVA topics and career advice for freshers in assets management

Hi everyone, I’m a B.Com Honors graduate in my final year and I’m aiming to break into the asset management space in India before pursuing an MBA. I know how competitive the industry is, but I’m determined to get some hands-on experience first.
​I’m looking to master the essential skills covered in the FMVA curriculum. Could someone guide me on the most critical topics I should focus on? Also, I’d be incredibly grateful if you could share any high-quality, free resources or alternative courses to learn financial modeling and valuation that are accessible from India. Any advice on how to stand out as a fresher would be highly appreciated!

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