50+ Students Placed
Real Students.
Real Finance Jobs.
Every story below is a real Skilledgrad student. Placed at top investment banks, equity research firms, Big 4 and MNCs through ACCA, CFA and Financial Modelling & Valuation.
50+
Students Placed
20+
Companies
Core Finance
Roles Only
Student Stories
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Told by Sridharan M, our Head of Academics & Placement, who worked with each of them.

Tarun KrishnaACCA, 13/13 papers, to equity research at iThought

Santhosh VenkatesanB.Com and ACCA, to equity research and CFA Level 1

Badhrinarayanan RaviCFA Level 1, to equity research at FPS Assets

Bhavithran BabuCFA Level 1, to credit research at Sundaram Alternates

Kali SudharsanCFA Institute Access Scholarship, third time lucky

The February 2026 batchCFA Level 1: everyone cleared
Placement Stories from Skilledgrad Students
Every student below took ACCA, CFA or Financial Modelling & Valuation with us. Placement support is included with each.
KD

Krishnaa Davey
ACCA completed
Senior Finance Executive at Wipro
“I'm very much satisfied with the offline training sessions of the ACCA class. They also provided financial modelling classes for ACCA students which was beneficial to me personally. We were supported by faculties with doubt sessions for revision period.”
ACCA
HC

Harshita Challani Jain
BA Economics, Stella Maris College, CFA Level 2 Candidate
Equity Research Executive at Integrated Enterprises (India) Pvt. Ltd
“My CFA Level 1 journey with SkilledGrad has been a really valuable learning experience. Breaking into core finance roles is not easy, and the journey required patience, consistency and continuous improvement. The practical training, regular mock tests and constant guidance helped me build confidence and understand concepts beyond just theory.”
CFA
GG

Goutham G
B.Com, CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
Associate at Samasthiti Advisors
“The regular tests and presentation activities helped me stay consistent, improve my confidence and understand financial concepts better. Along with CFA, I gained practical knowledge in financial modelling, financial statements, forecasting, valuation and Excel. The interview guidance and placement support also helped me prepare for opportunities in finance.”
CFA
SV

Santhosh Venkatesan
B.Com, ACCA completed, CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
Equity Research Analyst at iThought
“Kamal Sir's teaching for ACCA is engaging and practical, blending concepts, exam focus, and real-world application seamlessly. He's one of the finest educators I've come across.”
ACCA
TK

Tarun Krishna
B.Com Graduate, ACCA completed
Equity Research Analyst at iThought
“Skilledgrad's offline ACCA Professional Level classes have been truly helpful. Beyond academics, the focus on employability skills stands out. A unique experience I haven't had elsewhere.”
ACCA
BB

Bhavithran Babu
BBA, SRM University, CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
Junior Credit Analyst at Sundaram Mutual
“I had an excellent learning experience at Skilledgrad, completing CFA Level 1 and Financial Modelling training. The teaching was clear, structured and in-depth. Special thanks to Kamal Sir and Sridhar Sir for simplifying complex topics with practical insights. It enhanced my confidence and improved my interview skills.”
CFA
PM

Prasanna Murugesan
ACCA completed
Associate at PwC
“Skilledgrad's mentorship and placement support helped me land a role at PwC. Kamal Sir and Yogesh Sir's guidance were invaluable in shaping my career.”
ACCA
PR

Parthasarathy RB
B.Com from RKMVC, US CMA, CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
Financial Modelling Analyst at ModVisor
“What stood out most was the faculty's ability to identify my individual areas of weakness and help me work on them consistently. Kamal Sir, Yogesh Sir and the academic team provided structured guidance and helped me improve through a practical, application focused approach.”
CFA
YK

Yaksh Kumar Jain
B.Com, Pursuing CFA Level 2
Investment Research and Valuation at Artoval Advisors
“The course covered everything from advanced Excel and annual report analysis to building complete financial models. The placement team helped me refine my resume, prepare for interviews and secure an internship that boosted my confidence as I began my finance journey.”
Financial Modelling & Valuation
BR

Badrinarayanan Ravi
B.Com Honours, CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
Equity Research at FPS Assets
“As a CFA Level 1 candidate aspiring to become an Equity Research Analyst, SkilledGrad equipped me with the practical skills needed to build a financial model from scratch. The investment pitch sessions, seminars and constant faculty support greatly improved my confidence and interview performance.”
CFA
SS

Srikanth Srinivas
CFA Level 2 cleared
Equity Research Associate at Avendus Spark Institutional Equities
“Skilledgrad's CFA Level 1 and Financial Modelling programme helped me excel in exams and secure an Equity Research Associate role at a top firm. Kamal Sir's guidance connected theory with practice and shaped my career journey.”
CFA
AA

Abishek Arvind R
Pursuing Professional Level
Assurance Associate at EY
“Kamal Sir's classes are built on real world scenarios and case studies, making them both engaging and insightful. The financial modelling training equipped me to excel in exams and core finance interviews.”
ACCA
LR

Lakshan Rajkumar
B.Com, Pursuing ACCA Skill Level
Finance Intern
“Kamal Sir's sessions were insightful and practical, with real world examples and case studies that simplified complex concepts. The Financial Modelling programme, tailored for ACCA students, significantly enhanced my exam preparation and developed skills essential for core finance roles.”
ACCA
KS

Kush Shah
BBA Marketing, CFA Level 2 Candidate
Junior Credit and ESG Analyst at Sundaram Alternates
“Under Kamal Sir's guidance I pursued Financial Modelling and CFA Level 1 simultaneously. The Financial Modelling course not only enhanced my skills but aligned perfectly with my CFA Level 1 preparation. I passed CFA Level 1 and secured a position as a Junior Credit and ESG Analyst at Sundaram Alternates through the Finance Placement Program.”
CFA
PR

Prithvi Ranga
CFA Level 1
Junior Equity Research Associate at Avendus Spark Institutional Equities
“Financial Modelling and CFA Level 1 at Skilledgrad bridged theory and practice, preparing me for exams and interviews. Thanks to the Finance Placement Program, I'm starting as an Equity Research Associate at a top firm.”
CFA
SK

Sivashree K
CFA Level 1 Completed
Junior Credit Analyst at Sundaram Finance
“Coming from a non finance background, stepping into the world of finance felt challenging at first. The clear guidance and constant support from Kamal Sir helped me build understanding step by step. The direction I received played an important role in helping me move into the industry and secure my role at Sundaram Finance.”
CFA
SN

Sankaranarayanan
B.E. Graduate
Equity Research at iThought
“As an engineer, finance seemed daunting. Kamal Sir and Sridhar Sir simplified everything, helping me land my dream role in equity research.”
FM
KJ

Karan J. S.
B.Com A&F from RKMVC, CFA Level 2 cleared
Junior Research Analyst at CRISIL
“Grateful to Kamal Sir for creating a positive learning environment! Financial Modelling and CFA Level 1 at Skilledgrad helped me clear my exams and secure a Junior Research Analyst role at CRISIL. His practical teaching made learning seamless and aligned perfectly with CFA prep. Highly recommend Skilledgrad for its outstanding guidance.”
CFA
TG

Taveena Gajapathy
B.Com, Pursuing CFA Level 1
Junior Credit and ESG Analyst at Sundaram Alternates
“I secured a position as a Junior Credit and ESG Analyst at Sundaram Alternates through SkilledGrad's Finance Placement Program. A big thank you to Kamal Sir and Yogesh Sir for their guidance and mentorship, which was instrumental in reaching this milestone.”
CFA
DA

Divya
Pursuing ACCA Professional Level
Pursuing ACCA Professional Level
“Skilledgrad exceeded my expectations with its ACCA training. Financial Modelling sessions, expert faculty, and mock tests ensured I was well-prepared. A 10/10 experience!”
ACCA
MS

Manoj Solairaj
B.Com from PSG CAS, CFA Level 2 Passed
Junior Credit and ESG Analyst at Sundaram Alternates
“Thanks to Kamal Sir and Yogesh Sir, I seamlessly completed CFA Level 1 and Financial Modelling. The Financial Modelling course complemented my CFA prep and helped me secure a Junior Credit and ESG Analyst role at Sundaram Alternates.”
CFA
PA

Pavitra
ACCA completed
ACCA completed
“Kamal Sir's practical examples and Skilledgrad's efforts to ensure thorough preparation make the classes outstanding. Their commitment to student success is truly exceptional.”
ACCA
MP

Midhun Prabhu
MBA, IFMR Graduate School of Business
Associate, Credit Analysis at HSBC
“They have been guiding me through the Finance Placement Program with regular materials, and special thanks to Sridhar Sir and Kamal Sir for their regular communication on areas to build knowledge. I would strongly recommend SkilledGrad to anyone interested in finance.”
ACCA
VR

Varsha Raveendran
B.Com, MOP Vaishnav College
B.Com, MOP Vaishnav College
“Skilledgrad provided the structured learning and support I needed for CFA Level 1. The resources and motivation boosted my confidence, ensuring an enriching experience.”
CFA
MB

Makhesh B
B.Com, pursuing CFA Level 1
Associate Trainee, Financial Planning at Samasthiti Advisors
“I joined Skilledgrad to learn financial modelling and strengthen my fundamentals in finance. The training was well-structured and highly practical. I received an offer from Samasthiti Advisors for the Associate Trainee Program. The constant guidance of Sridhar Sir, his clear explanations and focus on fundamentals played a key role in my learning journey.”
FM
AK

Adarsh KR
B.Com, Financial Modelling, pursuing CFA Level 1
Research Associate at Arham Advantedge
“Kamal Sir's structured approach to CFA Level 1 training went far beyond memorization. It helped me deeply understand the concepts and apply them practically. At the same time, the Financial Modelling course strengthened my hands-on finance skills. Today, I'm proud to be working in a core finance role where I apply everything I learned.”
FM
Exam Results
Students Who Cleared Their Papers
Passing the exam comes before any placement, and it is the harder half. These are Skilledgrad students who have cleared CFA and ACCA papers, from first-year undergraduates to working professionals.
ST

Surabhi Tater
FR and AA cleared
B.Com completed
TJ

Tanisha Jain
FR, FM and AA cleared
Pursuing B.Com 3rd year
SA

Sandhana Anil
FR, FM and AA cleared
B.Com completed
AS

Antony Sakaya Rishwin
FR, FM, PM and AA cleared, Skill Level completed
B.Com completed
AN

Advaith Nair
FR and AA cleared
Pursuing B.Com 3rd year
H

Harini
PM, FM, FR and AA cleared, Skill Level completed
Executive at EY
SK

Soundararajan K
FM and AA cleared
B.Com completed
MR

Megha Ruth
FR, FM, PM and AA cleared, Skill Level completed
Pursuing B.Com 3rd year
L

Lakshan
AA cleared
B.Com completed
MR

Mugesh Raja
FM and PM cleared
B.Com completed
MJ

Mahek J Dayalani
FR, FM, AA and PM cleared, Skill Level completed
Pursuing B.Com 3rd year
DR

Divyashree Rajendran
AA, FR, FM and PM cleared, Skill Level completed
B.Com completed
ZH

Zakir Hussain
FR and AA cleared
Team Lead at Lincoln Electric Company India Pvt Ltd
PJ

Pooja Jain
SBR and SBL cleared, pursuing Professional Level
B.Com, MOP Vaishnav
P

Prateeksha
SBR and SBL cleared, pursuing Professional Level
BBA, Christ University Bangalore
SM

Sanjana Manikandan
SBR and SBL cleared, pursuing Professional Level
B.Com completed, MOP Vaishnav
AA

Abishek Arvind R
SBL cleared, pursuing Professional Level
Assurance Associate at EY
DN

Diya Nahar Jain
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com A&F, MOP Vaishnav College
AL

Arpeeth Luniya Jain
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com Bank Management, DG Vaishnav College
SK

Suresh Krishna
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com, Bishop Heber College, Trichy
S

Santhosh
ACCA completed, CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
B.Com, Guru Nanak College, Equity Research Analyst at iThought
JB

Jannavi BK
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
B.Com, Anna Adarsh College, Equity Advisor at Chola Securities
S

Sakthivel
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
B.Com A&F, SRMIST
TK

Tarun Krishna
ACCA completed
Fellow, Equity Research Analyst
PM

Prasanna Murugesan
ACCA completed
Associate at PwC
KD

Krishnaa Davey
ACCA completed
Senior Finance Executive at Wipro
S

Srinidhi
Pursuing Professional Level, SBR cleared
Pursuing B.Com 2nd year, MOP Vaishnav
BJ

Bhavi Jain
FM and AA cleared
Pursuing B.Com 2nd year, Stella Maris College
BR

Badrinarayanan Ravi
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
B.Com, Guru Nanak College, Equity Research at FPS Assets
GG

Goutham G
CFA Level 1 cleared, now Level 2
B.Com CS, DG Vaishnav College, Associate at Samasthiti Advisors
DM

Dhanyashree M
CFA Level 1 cleared, now Level 2
B.Com A&F, MOP Vaishnav College
PS

Priyadarshini S
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
MBA, Pondicherry University, ICICI Bank
HJ

Harish J
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
MBA, PSG College
E

Eshwar
FR cleared
Pursuing B.Com 2nd year
HJ

Harshita Jain
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
BA Economics, Stella Maris College, Equity Research Executive at Integrated Enterprises (India) Pvt. Ltd
YK

Yash Khatri
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com Honours, Loyola College, ACCA Affiliate
SS

Sandeep Sankar
CFA Level 1 cleared, now Level 2
BBA, Guru Nanak College
PR

Parthasarathy RB
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
B.Com, RKMVC College, US CMA
BB

Bhavithran Babu
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
BBA, SRM University
SS

Srinath Sathiyaseelan
CFA Level 1 cleared, pursuing CFA Level 2
B.Com, American College, Madurai
KJ

Krisha Jain
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com, SSS Jain College
SL

Sudheeksh L
CFA Level 1 cleared
MBA, IIM Kozhikode, Assistant Director
SV

Sarvana Vel
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com Honours 3rd year, Sastra University
PM

Pranesh MK
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com Honours, US CMA, DG Vaishnav College
SS

Sahaj Surana
CFA Level 1 cleared
CA Finalist, Article Assistant
SS

Sriram Sekar
CFA Level 1 cleared
MBA, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Lead Risk Analyst
KK

Krishna K
CFA Level 1 cleared
MBA Finance, SRM University
ST

Sundaram T
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com, Loyola College
RP

Renuka P
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com, DG Vaishnav College
GR

Ganesh R G
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com, DG Vaishnav College
PP

Pugazharasan P
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Sc Maths, Loyola College
TG

Taveena Gajapathy
CFA Level 1 cleared
B.Com, DRBCCC Hindu College, Junior Credit and ESG Analyst
On this list. Every name here is a Skilledgrad student who cleared the papers stated. Students who have also been placed appear in the stories above.
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