Portfolio management process

Importance of asset allocation

How to build client's portfolio

Investments

Importance of investing

Types of risks

Types of investments

Introduction to Securities Markets

Understanding securities markets

Investing in Stocks

Understanding equity market

Fundamental analysis

Technical analysis

 Investing in Fixed Income Securities

Understanding fixed income

Bond valuation

Types of yields

Derivatives

Introduction to derivatives

Options

Mutual Funds

Introduction to mutual funds

Types of mutual funds

How to invest in mutual funds

Role of portfolio managers

Operational aspects of portfolio managers

Process of onboarding clients

Fee structure

Performance measurement & evaluation of portfolio managers

Evaluating manager's performance

Calculating risks and returns

Taxation

Understanding taxation

Case studies

Case study I

Case study II

Case study III

Case study IV

Case study V

Case study VI

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.

​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 &amp; 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

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