As part of this affiliation, Goa Institute of Management has received three CFA Program scholarships, enhancing access to one of the world’s most respected professional credentials in finance. The CFA Program is widely regarded as the gold standard for professionals aspiring to build careers in investment management, banking, equity research, portfolio management, and financial services. Commenting on the development, Dr. Ajit Parulekar, Director of GIM, noted that the CFA affiliation adds to the long-term value proposition of the PGDM–BIFS programme, offering students global benchmarking, enhanced credibility in international markets, and deeper exposure to finance-led career pathways.