The Flagship Program
Develop management insight and quantitative precision. Learn to analyze, model, and trade
institutional capital through ASB's Bloomberg-enabled Quants Lab in Hyderabad.
2 Years
PGDM Duration
₹3-10 Cr
Capital Access
100%
Max Scholarship
Live Trading
Bloomberg Lab
AICTE Approved
The Flagship Program
2-Year PGDM Specialization
Comprehensive program specializing in
Quantitative Finance with AI & Data Science
integration
₹3 – ₹10 Crore Capital Access
Institutional capital access for eligible
students to trade with real market
consequences
World-Class Infrastructure
Bloomberg • NSE SMART Lab
Infrastructure for professional-grade learning
Market-Synced Schedule
Classes aligned with live NSE/BSE hours
with real-time market exposure
Expert Faculty
Learn from Fund Managers, Portfolio
Strategists & Quantitative Researchers
Performance-Linked
Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships up to 100% based
on trading record and assessment
Tailored routes for every profile - Choose your path to join the flagship PGDM
01
Direct PGDM Entry
For candidates opting for full-fee admission
Scholarship: Standard fee structure
Apply - ₹3,000
Counseling / Interview with Admissions Team
Pay ₹50,000 Enrollment Fee
(credited toward tuition)
Outcome
Seat confirmed under standard fee
structure
Apply for Direct PGDM
02
Trading Statement Route
Scholarship up to 100% for verified traders
Scholarship: Up to 100%
Apply - ₹3,000 + Upload Trading Statement
(≥180 days preferred)
ASB Evaluation → Scholarship up to 50%
Hyderabad Quants Lab Assessment →
Additional Scholarship up to 100% (total)
Pay ₹50,000 Enrollment Fee to confirm seat
Outcome
Admission with performance-linked
scholarship (up to 100%)
Apply via Trading Statement
MOST POPULAR
03
Certification Route
Scholarship up to 50% for non-traders
Scholarship: Up to 50%
Enroll in Certification in Options Trading
Systems - ₹50,000
Hybrid Training (Online + Hyderabad Lab)
PGDM Application - ₹3,000
Earn up to 50% Scholarship on PGDM Tuition
Pay ₹50,000 Enrollment Fee to confirm seat
Outcome
Admission with up to 50% Scholarship
post-assessment
Start with Certification
Comparative Overview
Route
Eligibility
Stepwise Fees
Scholarship
Potential
Key Notes
Direct PGDM
Open to all
₹3,000 (Application) + ₹50,000 (Conversion)
-
Full-fee admission
Trading
Statement
Verified trading
record
₹3,000 (Application) + ₹50,000 (enrollment)
Up to 100%
Assessments mandatory
Certification
No trading record
₹50,000 (Certification) + ₹3,000 (Assessment) + ₹50,000
(Conversion)
Up to 50%
Hybrid training +
Assessment
See It In Action
Take a virtual tour of our state-of-the-art trading floor where
students execute real trades on professional-grade terminals. This
is where theory meets reality.
1
Real-Time Market Data
Access live feeds from Bloomberg and NSE terminals
2
Live Trading Environment
Execute actual trades with institutional capital allocation
3
Expert Mentorship
Learn directly from fund managers on the trading floor
Watch: A Day in the Life of an ASB Quant Student
30+
Bloomberg Terminals
24/7
Lab Access
Live
Market Hours
Eligible students trade institutional capital on Bloomberg, Refinitiv and NSE SMART
terminals — experiencing real market outcomes with no personal liability.
This mentored environment instills risk discipline and execution skills — a true ASB differentiator.
₹3-10 Cr
Capital Access for Top Performers
Trade with real institutional money based on your
performance and risk management skills
Zero Personal
Liability
Risk-Free Learning
Learn real trading without putting your own money
at risk. All capital is institutional.
Performance-Based
Capital Allocation
Your trading performance determines capital
allocation. Prove yourself and scale up.
Cross-trimester modules in AI modeling, quant risk and algorithmic trading are embedded throughout the curriculum. Guided by fund managers
and quant researchers, you'll develop the technical edge that separates successful traders from the rest.
Academic Framework
A structured 6-trimester journey from market foundations to institutional-grade trading
expertise
T1
Foundations of Markets &
Management
Build core understanding of market mechanics,
financial instruments, and management principles
T2
Analytical Tools & Strategy
Basics
Master statistical tools, Python programming, and
fundamental trading strategies
T3
Market Structure, Volatility &
Execution
Deep dive into market microstructure, options
pricing, and trade execution algorithms
T4
Behavioural Dynamics &
Quantitative Intelligence
Understand market psychology, behavioral finance,
and AI-driven quantitative models
T5
T6
Capstone & Industry Transition
Choose your trajectory based on your strengths and aspirations
Trader's Track
High performers gain live capital allocation (₹3 – ₹10 crore) and
may continue trading with ASB's capital partners post-program.
Proprietary Trading Desk Roles
Hedge Fund Trading Positions
Independent Professional Trader
Capital Partnership with ASB
Quant's Track
Roles in quant analytics, data science, risk management and
strategy development with industry placement support for
eligible graduates.
Quantitative Analyst - Investment Banks
Risk Management Specialist
Algorithmic Strategy Developer
Financial Data Scientist
Global Recognition
Industry credentials embedded within the curriculum enhance employability and
professional credibility
CFA
Chartered Financial
Analyst
Optional
CMT
Chartered Market
Technician
Optional
CQF
Certificate in Quantitative
Finance
Optional
NISM
National Institute of
Securities Markets
Mandatory
CFA • CMT • CQF (optional, pursued concurrently) | NISM (Mandatory) industry certification
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Fee & Payment Structure
Transparent pricing with multiple scholarship opportunities to make excellence
accessible
Fee Breakdown
PGDM Application
Mandatory for all
₹3,000
Certification (Optional)
15-Day Hybrid Program
₹50,000
Enrollment Fee
Seat Confirmation
₹50,000
Total Program Fee
(excluding hostel)
₹12,30,000
Fee payable in scheduled installments within six months of admission.
Scholarships Overview
Trading Statement Route
Up to 100%
(50% trading review + performance-based bonus)
Certification Route
Up to 50%
based on assessment
Direct PGDM
Full-fee route
Important: Scholarships are performance-linked and awarded after ASB
evaluation.
Need Financial Guidance?
Our admissions team can help you understand scholarship eligibility and payment options
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Leadership Messages
Hear from the visionaries shaping the future of quantitative finance education
Dr. Y. Lakshman Kumar
Director
At ASB, we bridge knowledge and execution — preparing
professionals who lead with data, discipline and innovation.
Mr. Devi Prasad Uppala
Program Chair
This program transforms raw talent into institutional-grade
market professionals through structured exposure and
mentorship.
Why Choose ASB
Six compelling reasons that set us apart from traditional business schools
AICTE-Approved PGDM
Blending AI, Data Science & Quant Finance
₹3-10 Cr Capital Access
Live capital for top performers
Expert Faculty
From global trading desks & quant research
firms
Up to 100% Scholarships
Performance-linked merit scholarships
Global Certifications
CFA, CMT, CQF, NISM integrated
Bloomberg Lab
Professional trading infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the program
Ready to Master the Markets?
Transform from student to professional trader with ASB's flagship PGDM in Quantitative
Finance. Apply now and secure your pathway to institutional capital and career excellence.
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