Our Programs
Young Finance Scholar Program
Young Sustainability Scholar Accelerated
Young Equity Analyst
Young Finance Scholar Accelerated
Young Finance Scholar Program
The Young Finance Scholar (YFS) program of the New York Institute of Finance (NYIF) is a tailored multi-dimensional, smart-learning training program designed specifically for pre-college students who have aspirations to explore interests and enrich their financial & business education, research capabilities, and soft skills & extracurricular profiles.
Mode:
Duration:
Live Virtual Classes
Summer Session:
August 4 - 15, 2025, 8-10 PM ET.
Ideal Age:
15 to 18 Years
Fees: $2,200.00
Micro and Macro Economy
- GDP / Income and Output
- Unemployment / Inflation / Interest
- Monetary Policy and Fiscal Policy
- Case Study
- Supply and Demand
Analyzing a Company From A Financial Perspective
- Assets vs. Liabilities
- Equity vs. Debt
- Revenue vs. Cost
- Cash Flow
Introduction to Wall Street and Ipo’s
- Brief History of Wall Street
- Key Players on Wall Street
- Investment Banking
- Securities Brokers and Dealers
Sustainable Finance and Fintech
- Evolution of Digitization and Technology in Finance
- Blockchain and Bitcoin
- Concept of Sustainability and Sustainable Development
Young Finance Scholar Program
Young Sustainability Scholar Accelerated
Young Equity Analyst
Young Finance Scholar Accelerated
Young Finance Scholar (YFS) Program: Online
The Young Finance Scholar (YFS) Program is designed for middle and high school students (ages 13-17) eager to build a strong foundation in business, economics, and finance. This program blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on learning, nurturing the analytical and ethical mindset required to excel in the financial world.
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Mode:
Duration:
Online Classes (Self-paced)
50 hours
Ideal Age:
15 to 18 Years
Fees: $950.00
Entrepreneurship & Ethics
- Types & Structures of Companies
- Startups - How to Start a Business
- Financial Statements & Analysis
- IPOs - Raising Funds
- Ethics in Business & Finance
Personal Financial Management
- Developing a Financial Quotient (FQ)
- Saving & Planning
- Credit & Debt Management
- Origin & Management of Money
- Wealth Creation & Investments
Capital Markets
- Introduction to Financial Markets
- Introduction to Microeconomy
- Introduction to Macroeconomy
- Introduction to Stock Markets
- Wall Street - Structure & Functions
Financial Services & Career Pathways
- Global Financial System
- Introduction to Banking
- Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
- Introduction to Insurance
- Career Pathways in Finance
Young Equity Analyst Program
The Young Equity Analyst (YEA) Program of the New York Institute of Finance (NYIF) is a hands-on practical learning program for stock analysis, trading and related financial and investment education.
Mode:
Duration:
Live Virtual Classes
Summer Session:
July 21 - August 1st, 2025, 8-10 PM ET.
Ideal Age:
15 to 18 Years
Fees: $2,200.00
Economics of Industry Cycles And Analyzing Moats
- Learn which industries perform better or worse during different market and business cycles
- Understand four most important drivers of the economy
Financial Statements With Basic Ratios
- Learn to decipher financial statements such as income statements and balance sheets
- Understand why cash flow is as important as location in real estate
Relationships Between Time and The Cost Of Money
- Review calculations of future and present value of cash flows
- Contrast the cost of raising money to expand companies with stock vs. debt
Value a Stock Using Cash Flow Like Warren Buffet
- Learn Free Cash Flow equations
- Input your assumptions into our step-by-step Free Cash Flow to the Firm (FCFF) financial model to calculate your fair value for stocks
Young Sustainability Scholar Program
10 Lectures on key themes in the emerging megatrend of Sustainability, such as: Sustainability and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Climate Change and Decarbonization Green Economy, Low Carbon Transition, and Cleantech Biodiversity, Natural Capital, Blue, and Circular Economies Poverty Reduction, Gender Equality, and Social Equity Sustainability Start-up Idea Competition (Group Project) Key Benefits: Attend lectures, learn, network, and be mentored by senior sustainability and financial professionals, business • leaders, and top university graduates and professors Become an NYIF Young Alumni with access to a network of international professionals/alumni of top US universities, and be eligible for various NYIF scholarships Qualify for YFS Advanced and get invited to gain volunteer experience in the non-profit, Global Prosperity for All Initiative (PAI) Reference letter for College Applications from the New York Institute of Finance after graduating from the program (on-demand, based on student background and performance in the YSS)
Mode:
Duration:
Live Virtual Classes
1 Week
First Session:
24 Jun 2024 - 05 Jul 2024, 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM ET.
Ideal Age:
15 to 18 Years
Fees: $2,000
Sustainability and Sustainable Development Goals
- Overview of Sustainability and Sustainable Development: Background, Key Concepts, and Evolution
- Role of United Nations and National Governments in Sustainable Development
Climate Change and Decarbonization
- A Brief of Climate Change
- Key Concepts under Climate Change management
- Climate Policy and Green Initiatives: Paris Climate Agreement and Role of Governments in Decarbonization and Green Economy
Green Economy, Low Carbon Transition and Cleantech
- Overview of Low Carbon Transition and Green Economy
- Major Technologies, Themes, and Industries under Low Carbon Transition
Global Social Issues of Importance
- Key Social Issues and their importance for Businesses and Governments
- Poverty Reduction
- Health and Nutrition
- Gender Empowerment and Equality
Young Finance Scholar Accelerated Program
The Young Finance Scholar (YFS) Accelerated Program offered by the New York Institute of Finance is a one-week intensive training program for pre-college students interested in finance and business. Taught by experienced Wall Street experts and business leaders, the program focuses on developing strong financial and entrepreneurial acumen. With a streamlined curriculum consisting of five comprehensive lectures, the YFS Accelerated Program provides high-potential scholars with essential financial knowledge and business skills for their future academic and professional endeavors.
Download the YSS Accelerated Program Brochure for in-depth understanding of the program's structure, curriculum, and unique offerings.
Mode:
Duration:
Live Virtual Classes
1 Week
Summer Session:
June 16 - 21, 2025, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM ET.
Ideal Age:
15 to 18 Years
Fees: $1,390.00
Micro and Macro Economy
- GDP / Income and Output
- Unemployment / Inflation / Interest
- Monetary Policy and Fiscal Policy
- Case Study
- Supply and Demand
Analyzing a Company From A Financial Perspective
- Assets vs. Liabilities
- Equity vs. Debt
- Revenue vs. Cost
- Cash Flow
Introduction to Wall Street and Ipo’s
- Brief History of Wall Street
- Key Players on Wall Street
- Investment Banking
- Securities Brokers and Dealers
Sustainable Finance and Fintech
- Evolution of Digitization and Technology in Finance
- Blockchain and Bitcoin
- Concept of Sustainability and Sustainable Development
Young Sustainability Scholar Accelerated Program
The Young Sustainability Scholar (YSS) Accelerated Certification Program is designed to provide comprehensive learning and practical experience in the field of sustainability. Through a series of live lectures, workshops, and a group project, participants will gain knowledge and critical skills in key sustainability themes such as sustainable development goals, climate change, decarbonization, green economy, biodiversity, and social equity.
Download the YSS Accelerated Program Brochure for in-depth understanding of the program's structure, curriculum, and unique offerings.
Mode:
Duration:
Live Virtual Classes
1 Week
Ideal Age:
15 to 18 Years
Fees: $1,390.00
Sustainability and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Overview of Sustainability and Sustainable Development : Background, Key Concepts, and Evolution
- Role of United Nations and National Governments in Sustainable Development
Climate Change and Decarbonization
- A Brief of Climate Change
- Key Concepts under Climate Change management
- Climate Policy and Green Initiatives: Paris Climate Agreement and Role of Governments in Decarbonization and Green Economy
Green Economy, Low Carbon Transition and Cleantech
- Overview of Low Carbon Transition and Green Economy
- Major Technologies, Themes, and Industries under Low Carbon Transition
Global Social Issues of Importance
- Key Social Issues and their importance for Businesses and Governments
- Poverty Reduction
- Health and Nutrition
- Gender Empowerment and Equality
Where Our Students Are Coming From
Alumni come from all over the world. Students are from elite schools like:
Dalton (New York, Ny), Alfaris International School (Riyadha, Saudi Arabia), SAIL Homeschool, American School of Bombay (Mumbai, India), Rye Country Day School (Rye, NY), Lakeside Middle & High School (Pompton Lakes, NJ), Singapore American School (Singapore), Wellington College International Shanghai (Shanghai, China), Winsor School (Boston, MA), Kellogg Middle School (Seattle, WA), TL Kennedy Secondary School (Mississauga, Ontario), Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School (Indianapolis, IN), The Bronx High School of Science (Bronx, NY), Phillips Academy (Andover, MA), Greenwich Academy (Greenwich, CT), Pechersk School International Kiev (Kiev, Ukraine), St. Sebastian's School (Needham, MA), St. Marcellinus Secondary (Mississauga, Ontario), Horace Mann (New York, NY), ...To view all schools click here
Faculty Profile
Chris Thomas
Manager Director
Jimmy Pang
CFA
Our Faculty
Chris Thomas
NYIF Senior Lecturer
Managing Director at Simon Quick, a multifamily office
Previously
- Senior Managing Director at Forefront Capital.
- Senior positions in Lehman Brothers and Bank of America’s
- Fixed income salesman for Merrill Lynch
Education
- Master’s Degree- International Banking & Finance, Columbia University
- BA-Political Science, Newyork University
Chuck Garcia
Leadership development coach
Professional speaker,best-selling author,radio host,Adjunct Professor
Previously
- 25-years in Leadership@Wall Street wherein 14 years at Bloomberg
- Director at BlackRock
- Managing Director at Citadel Investment Management.
Education
- BA in finance@ Syracuse University
- MA in Leadership@ Mercy College
Christiano Manfre
Corporate Finance M&A Business Valuation Capital Markets
- Managing director at Bardi Co. LLC, a boutique investment bank based in Los Angeles that is specialized in private placements and M&A both buy side and sell side.
- Faculty at the Graziadio School of Business, Pepperdine University, where he teaches finance at the graduate level
Education
- PhD in Economics, Claremont Graduate University
- MBA in Finance, Drucker School of Management, Claremont, CA
- MA in Economics, Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA
- Laurea Magistralis in Political Economy, Cesare Alfieri School, Universita` Degli Studi di Firenze, Firenze, It
Mayra Rodríguez Valladares
bank and capital markets risk consultant and trainer.
financial regulators, central banks.
- Adjunct Professor @ NYU teaching courses on globalization and energy
- Adjunct Professor @ Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) teaching global marketing, corporate finance and Latin American Politics
Education
- BA @ Harvard University
- MA in International Studies @ The Lauder Institute (UPENN)
- MBA @ Wharton Business School)
Sudeep Rathee, Ph.D.
Managing Director @ New York Institute of Finance (NYIF)
15 years of global experience in strategic management
Previously.
- Head Finance Practice @ ENEA, French Strategic consulting at Hong Kong
- Coordinator @ United Nations
- Derivatives Structuring and Products Manager @ NCDEX, India
Education
- BE @ State College of Engineering, Haryana
- MBA in Sustainability (IIFM)
- Ph.D. in Finance (IIFT)
- United Nations University
Jimmy Pang, CFA
NYIF's senior lecturer
Managing Director at Grey Fin Capital Management
CEO of JKP Consulting LLC managing high net worth family offices and private equity.
Previously.
- Global Fund Manager @ Alliance Bernstein as a in London, Hong Kong, and New York for 13 years with over $10 Billion in AUM
- Chief Investment Officer for Bank of Communications (BoComm)
Education
- Graduated from Northwestern University
- CFA charter holder.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can register and pay for the program through our online payment portal that accepts bank transfer, check, or debit/credit card. We also accept financing with Affirm, a loan service, that offers a monthly payment plan for US & Candian purchases only.
All the class and presentation will be on Zoom. In the Zoom meeting, you are able to interact with the instructors and classmates through audio and chatbox.
We will record the session and share the recording with the student. The student needs to let us know in advance if he/she cannot be in attendance, otherwise it would be an unexcused absence and would affect his/her certificate.
There will be no exam, but a final group presentation. The student will need to attend all the classes in the session and complete the group presentation.
Yes. The student will get a certificate of completion for completing the program (and an award certificate for group project presentation).
Reference letter from NYIF after graduating from the program; Qualify for YFS Advanced program; Get invited to gain volunteer experience in the non-profit Global PAI Project; Be eligible for various NYIF scholarships.
NYIF Accelerated programs offer a shorter (1-week) timeframe compared to full-length NYIF Certification Programs (2 weeks). They have a rigorous curriculum, condensing coursework and requirements, making them ideal for students with busy schedules who want to complete their program quickly.
A. Cancellation or Deferral by Candidate
1. Withdrawal 6 or more weeks before the first day of class: 100% refund of tuition fee*; Deferral to another batch without fee.
2. Withdrawal within last 6 weeks before the first day of class: No refund and no deferral allowed.
*Note: For all refunds due to cancellation by candidate, a US$ 200 shall be deducted for program application and refund processing fee.
B. Cancellation of Candidature on Disciplinary grounds
The YFS Program has been designed for accelerated learning and a distinguished early career development program for young, bright talents. To maintain the decorum and prestige of the program, NYIF expects all participating scholars to demonstrate exemplary behavior and model conduct during various sessions and interactions in the program. At all times, scholars will be required to respect data privacy and strictly avoid any cyberbullying and harassment activities towards their fellow scholars or participants in the program.
In the event, a scholar is reasonably found in breach of good behavior, a disciplinary action will be taken, and the candidature could be cancelled. Candidates under such disciplinary cancelations shall not be entitled for any refunds or reimbursement
Contact us
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