Digital assets have developed into a recognised area of interest for private banks, asset managers and family offices. Client enquiries have increased, particularly around Bitcoin, stablecoins, market access, and portfolio relevance.
While the asset class remains volatile and subject to evolving regulation, it is increasingly discussed alongside traditional assets in portfolio construction and advisory conversations.
The WMI Certificate in Digital Assets Investment Strategies and Risks is designed for investment professionals seeking a clear, balanced and practical understanding of digital assets, with a focus on portfolio relevance and client advisory.
This programme provides a structured and practical overview of digital assets, focusing on what is relevant for investment professionals. It aims to build a clear understanding of the ecosystem, the major assets, the investment case, the associated risks, and the available implementation options.
Participants will be better equipped to assess digital assets in a portfolio context and to address client questions with clarity and consistency.
Key Topics Covered
1. Digital Assets Industry
2. Bitcoin and Major Digital Assets
3. Stablecoins & Asset Tokenization
4. Market Access and Investment Vehicles
5. Custody, Structuring and Operations
6. Portfolio Construction and Risk Management
7. Current Investor Considerations and Real Cases
At the end of the programme, the participants will be able to:
Useful Links
Participants who successfully complete the programme will be awarded:
Accreditation
This programme is accredited by The Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF). Singaporeans and Permanent Residents are eligible for enhanced funding support of up to 70% course fee subsidy under the IBF Standard Training Scheme (IBF-STS), subject to all eligibility criteria being met.
Participants are advised to assess the suitability of the course and its relevance to his/her business activities or job roles.
The IBF-STS is available to eligible entities and individuals based on the prevalent funding eligibility, quantum and caps. IBF-STS provides up to 70% course fee subsidy support for direct training costs subject to a cap of S$3,000 per candidate per course subject to all eligibility criteria being met.
Find out more on www.ibf.org.sg.
Certification
Upon completion, participants will be:
About IBF Certification
This course addresses the following Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) and proficiency level:
Portfolio and Investment Risk Management (PL4)
Participants are encouraged to access the IBF MySkills Portfolio (https://www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/resource-tools/myskills-portfolio) to track their training progress and skills acquisition against the Skills Framework for Financial Services. You can apply for IBF Certification after fulfilling the required number of Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) for the selected job role.
Find out more about IBF certification and the application process on https://www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/ibf-certification/why-be-ibf-certified.
Fees and Funding
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Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 January 2024) (S$) | ||
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| Before GST | After GST | Company-Sponsored | Company-Sponsored/Self Sponsored | |
Fees and Funding
| Modules | Full Fees (S$) |
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 January 2024) (S$) | ||
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| Before GST | After GST | Singaporean Aged Below 40 / PR | Singaporean Aged 40 & Above | |
Fees and Funding
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| 1 | Not Applicable | ||
1 For Singaporeans aged 40 and above, you are eligible to utilise the SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) further to offset your course fee after the IBF subsidy.
2 Fees shown are after IBF-STS funding assuming students meet the minimum academic standards outlined by IBF and are physically based in Singapore. The fees are also subject to IBF accreditation approval for all modules.
Fees and Funding
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| Course Fees | 2,000.00 | 2,180.00 | 1,180.00 | 780.00 | |||
Fees and Funding
Modules |
Full Fees (S$) |
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 January 2024) (S$) | ||
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| Before GST | Below 40 | 40 & Above | ||
Note:
The fees listed above are after IBF-STS funding. Any discrepancies in registration details or failure to meet minimum IBF academic requirements will result in an unsuccessful IBF reimbursement claim and students will be liable for the full tuition fees. For funding eligibility criteria and more information regarding the funding, please visit www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/skills-and-jobs-development/training-support/IBF-STS.
Eligible SG citizens may utilise Skillsfuture Credits to offset course fees. This is only applicable for the regular Skillsfuture Credit, and not applicable for the SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) additional top-up funding.
Global-Asia Family Office Circle (GFO Circle) Members are entitled to 10% discount across “Investing and Asset Management” programmes. Click here for more information on GFO Circle membership.
The information above is correct at the time of publication. The Wealth Management Institute reserves the right to amend the fees and/or terms and conditions as appropriate.
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