NISM XXI - PMS Distributors Certification
What You Will Learn
Importance of investing in wealth creation
Various investment options including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and derivatives
How to invest in stocks using fundamental and technical analysis
Bond valuation and different types of yields
The role and responsibilities of portfolio managers in managing investments
How to construct and manage client portfolios effectively
How to measure and evaluate portfolio performance
Practical learning through multiple real-world case studies
Your Course Overview
12 sections • 29 topics • 13 hrs 3 mins content
1. Investments
1 hr
Importance of investing
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Types of risks
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Types of investments
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2. Introduction to Securities Markets
20 mins
Understanding securities markets
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3. Investing in Stocks
1 hr
Understanding equity market
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Fundamental analysis
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Technical analysis
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4. Investing in Fixed Income Securities
1 hr
Understanding fixed income
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Bond valuation
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Types of yields
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5. Derivatives
1 hr
Introduction to derivatives
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Options
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6. Mutual Funds
1 hr
Introduction to mutual funds
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Types of mutual funds
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How to invest in mutual funds
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7. Role of portfolio managers
24 mins
Role of portfolio managers
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8. Operational aspects of portfolio managers
31 mins
Process of onboarding clients
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Fee structure
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9. Portfolio management process
1 hr
Importance of asset allocation
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How to build client's portfolio
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10. Performance measurement & evaluation of portfolio managers
1 hr
Evaluating manager's performance
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Calculating risks and returns
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11. Taxation
41 mins
Understanding taxation
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12. Case studies
1 hr
Case study I
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Case study II
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Case study III
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Case study IV
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Case study V
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Case study VI
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About The Course
This course is designed to prepare candidates for the NISM XXI - PMS Distributors certification examination, covering essential concepts of investments, securities markets, portfolio management, and taxation. It provides in-depth knowledge of equity, fixed income, derivatives, and mutual funds, along with techniques for fundamental and technical analysis. Additionally, the course focuses on portfolio construction, risk assessment, and performance evaluation, ensuring a strong foundation for investment professionals.
In Lesson 1, Investments, you will learn about the importance of investing, the different types of risks associated with investments, and explore various investment options available in the market.
In Lesson 2, Introduction to Securities Markets, you will be introduced to the securities markets, where you will learn about their structure, key participants, and the role they play in capital allocation.
In Lesson 3, Investing in Stocks, you will learn how to invest in stocks through fundamental and technical analysis to make informed investment decisions.
In Lesson 4, Investing in Fixed Income Securities, you will be introduced to the bond market, learn about bond valuation, and explore different types of yields.
In Lesson 5, Derivatives, you will be introduced to futures and options, gaining an understanding of their features and applications.
In Lesson 6, Mutual Funds, you will learn about different types of mutual funds and how to invest in them.
In Lesson 7, Role of portfolio managers, you will get a better understanding of the role of portfolio managers in making investment decisions.
In Lesson 8, Operational aspects of portfolio managers, you will learn about the client onboarding process and the remuneration structure of portfolio managers.
In Lesson 9, Portfolio management process, you will understand the importance of asset allocation and learn to build a client's portfolio.
In Lesson 10, Performance measurement & evaluation of portfolio managers, you will learn how to assess a portfolio manager's performance and explore various risk and return measures.
In Lesson 11, Taxation, you will get a better understanding of how individuals are taxed.
In Lesson 12, Case Studies, you will get access to various case studies that will help you prepare for the exam.
Course Highlights :
- Importance of investing in wealth creation
- Various investment options including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and derivatives
- How to invest in stocks using fundamental and technical analysis
- Bond valuation and different types of yields
- The role and responsibilities of portfolio managers in managing investments
- How to construct and manage client portfolios effectively
- How to measure and evaluate portfolio performance
- Practical learning through multiple real-world case studies
Who is this course for :
- Aspiring investment professionals preparing for the NISM certification exam
- Students and graduates pursuing a career in finance, investment banking, or asset management
- Finance professionals aiming to expand their knowledge of equity, fixed income, derivatives, and mutual funds
- Stock market enthusiasts looking to gain a deeper understanding of securities markets and investments
Learn From - Yukti Gala

Yukti Gala
Yukti Gala is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) with over nine years of experience in finance and training. She previously worked as a Senior Financial Planner at Sykes & Ray Equities for nearly three years, managing high-end portfolios, and served as an Assistant Manager at Anand Rathi Wealth Services Ltd. Since 2017, she has been a part-time faculty member at the Financial Planning Academy, teaching the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) course. Over the years, she has expanded her expertise to training students and corporate professionals in various finance and banking courses.Frequently Asked Questions
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