Dalio Market Principles (DMP) Executive Programme
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Elevate your understanding of market principles and investment approaches
| Next intake on 14-18 September 2026 | |
| Up to 70% IBF Subsidy and SkillsFuture Credit Claimable |
Trusted by industry leaders in wealth and finance
Programme Overview
The Dalio Market Principles (DMP) Executive Programme is a landmark initiative by WMI, supported by Dalio Philanthropies. The Programme aims to teach universal principles of market behaviour to both private and public sector leaders and investors.
The DMP Executive Programme will be an open platform that brings together distinguished investors from all around the world to share their investment principles and approaches. In this way, the Programme will advance knowledge, build capabilities and galvanise thought leadership to contribute towards a thriving asset and wealth management ecosystem in Asia.
Programme Structure
The first two courses will be the Certificate in Economic Principles and the Certificate in Investment Principles. These courses draw on the pioneering research and insights of Bridgewater Associates and Ray Dalio, Founder and Mentor, Bridgewater Associates and Dalio Family Office. Under Ray’s leadership, Bridgewater grew into the world’s largest hedge fund and the fifth most important private company in the US according to Fortune Magazine. Ray has been called the “Steve Jobs of Investing” by Chief Investment Officer Magazine and was named one of the 100 Most Influential People by Time Magazine. He is the author of The New York Times #1 Bestseller Principles: Life and Work, Principles for Navigating Big Debt Crises, and The Changing World Order.
Our expansive suite of programmes is practice-based and firmly grounded in real-world application, designed to help you meet the dynamic demands the financial sector in Singapore. We work with renowned academics, thought leaders and industry veterans from around the world to design programmes that build future-ready capabilities. By bridging theory with practice, we ensure our students are well-equipped to invest in a better tomorrow.
Who Should Attend
- Asset Managers
- Wealth and Estate Planning Professionals
- Private Bankers and Client Relationship Managers handling UHNW and Family Office segment
- Family Office Professionals
- Family Trust Advisors and Consultants
Useful Links
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Certification
Participants who successfully complete the programme will be awarded:
Fees and Funding
| Modules | Full Fees (S$) | Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 Jan 2024) (S$) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before GST | After GST | Company-Sponsored | Company-Sponsored/Self Sponsored |
Fees and Funding
| Modules | Full Fees (S$) | Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 Jan 2024) (S$) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before GST | After GST | Singaporean Aged Below 40 / PR | Singaporean Aged 40 & Above | |
| Application Fees | 85.00 | 85.00 | 85.00 85.00 | 85.00 85.00 |
| 85.00 | 85.00 | |||
| 85.00 | 85.00 | |||
| Tuition Fees | 9,500.00 | 10,260.00 | 5,510.00 5,510.00 | 3,610.00 3,610.00 |
| 5,510.00 | 5,510.00 | |||
| 3,610.00 | 3,610.00 | |||
| Total | 9,585.00 | 10,345.00 | 5,595.00 5,595.00 | 3,695.00 3,695.00 |
| 5,595.00 | 5,595.00 | |||
| 3,695.00 | 3,695.00 |
Fees and Funding
| Modules | Fees after Subsidy (incl. of GST) | Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 Jan 2024) (S$) |
|---|
| Category | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | |||
| 1 | Not Applicable | ||
1 For Singaporeans aged 40 and above, you are eligible to utilise the SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) further to offset your course fee after the IBF subsidy.
2 Fees shown are after IBF-STS funding assuming students meet the minimum academic standards outlined by IBF and are physically based in Singapore. The fees are also subject to IBF accreditation approval for all modules.
Fees and Funding
Modules | Full Fees (S$) | Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 Jan 2024) (S$) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before GST | After GST | Singaporean Aged Below 40 / PR Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored | Singaporean Aged 40 & Above Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored | |
| Singaporean Aged Below 40 / PR | ||||
| Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored | ||||
| Singaporean Aged 40 & Above | ||||
| Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored | ||||
| Course Fees | 9,500.00 | 10,355.00 | 5,605.00 | 4,695.00 |
Fees and Funding
Core Modules | Full Fees (S$) | Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 Jan 2024) (S$) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before GST | Singaporean Aged Below 40 / PR | Singaporean Aged 40 & Above | |
| Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored | Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored |
Note:
This programme is accredited by The Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF) under the IBF Standards Training Scheme* (STS). Singaporeans and Permanent Residents are eligible for enhanced funding support under the revised IBF funding quantum from 1 January 2023.
The table below reflects the full fees for the entire duration of the Dalio Market Principles programme, which includes both a Certificate in Economic Principles and a Certificate in Investment Principles. It is possible to attend each module separately, though priority for the programme will be given to participants who sign up for both modules. You may view the separate pricing of both modules through our website.
Eligible SG citizens may utilise SkillsFuture Credit 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.
In addition to Course Fees, each participant will also be charged a non-refundable and non-claimable application fee of S$85 (including GST).
This programme is pending accreditation by the Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF). When accredited, Singaporeans and Permanent Residents will be eligible for funding support of up to 70% course fee subsidy under the IBF Standards Training Scheme (IBF-STS).
Fees shown are after IBF-STS funding. Subsidised fees apply upon participants’ successful completion of the programme, which includes (i) fulfilling minimum attendance requirements and (ii) passing all relevant assessments.
Subsidies are subject to change by IBF and fees will be adjusted based on prevailing funding rates. Click here to read more about funding support for IBF-STS, and terms & conditions governing registration, payment, cancellation, deferment and no-show.
The information above is correct at the time of publication. Wealth Management Institute reserves the right to amend the fees and/or terms and conditions as appropriate.
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FAQs
Testimonials
Jeremy Ching
Director, Managed Investment Advisory
Major Private Bank
The DMP is the only programme I am aware of that provides a time-tested, principle-driven approach to understanding markets dynamics. It provides practical guidance to learning these concepts which is critical in cutting through the vastness of noise in financial markets today.
Cristina Ventura
General Partner
Major Venture Capital Firm
The DMP Programme is a brilliant course which covers in depth the market cycles and global dynamics that drive the investment environment. I look forward to applying the macro investment perspective covered in this course alongside my firm’s detailed analysis, to help create an integrated investment approach and create sustainable value for all stakeholders.
Riady Gozali
Managing Director
Leading Single Family Office
The DMP Programme provided a pragmatic approach to portfolio and risk management, and I have certainly benefitted from Ray Dalio’s timeless insights and wisdom. Highly recommended for anyone looking to broaden their understanding macro analysis and market forces.
Sandeep Maheswari
Director
Wealth Management at Multi-family Office
The DMP programme’s curriculum is effective in conveying Ray's principles with real-world insights. It gives insights into how experts tackle market fluctuations by thinking through various economic cycles and the interplay of various asset classes. I incorporate several key principles in my practice with success.
Jeremy Ching
Director, Managed Investment Advisory
Major Private Bank
The DMP is the only programme I am aware of that provides a time-tested, principle-driven approach to understanding markets dynamics. It provides practical guidance to learning these concepts which is critical in cutting through the vastness of noise in financial markets today.
Cristina Ventura
General Partner
Major Venture Capital Firm
The DMP Programme is a brilliant course which covers in depth the market cycles and global dynamics that drive the investment environment. I look forward to applying the macro investment perspective covered in this course alongside my firm’s detailed analysis, to help create an integrated investment approach and create sustainable value for all stakeholders.
Riady Gozali
Managing Director
Leading Single Family Office
The DMP Programme provided a pragmatic approach to portfolio and risk management, and I have certainly benefitted from Ray Dalio’s timeless insights and wisdom. Highly recommended for anyone looking to broaden their understanding macro analysis and market forces.
Sandeep Maheswari
Director
Wealth Management at Multi-family Office
The DMP programme’s curriculum is effective in conveying Ray's principles with real-world insights. It gives insights into how experts tackle market fluctuations by thinking through various economic cycles and the interplay of various asset classes. I incorporate several key principles in my practice with success.
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