Professional Certificate Course in Introduction to Investment Analysis
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Duration
2 Weeks
Pedagogy
Online
Tuition Fee
£ 40 £ 100
Professional Certificate Course in Introduction to Investment Analysis
The aim of this course is to help the learner appreciate the value of investment analysis and how important it is for people who want to reach their financial objectives.
After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following;
- Understand the difference between direct and indirect investments and the advantages and disadvantages of each in terms of risk and return.
- Learn the key measures of return and risk used in investment analysis, including expected return, standard deviation, and Sharpe ratio, and how to calculate them.
- Explore the determinants of the required rate of return, including risk-free rate, market risk premium, and beta, and understand how these factors affect investment decisions.
- Gain a solid understanding of correlation and coefficient of determination, and how they are used to measure the strength and direction of the relationship between two assets.
- Dive into the concept of returns, including the different types of returns such as capital gains, dividends, and interest, and how they impact investment analysis and decision-making.
- Discover the effect of diversification on investment risk, and how to construct a diversified portfolio that balances risk and return.
Accreditation
All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.Entry requirement
There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course.The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience.
- CEO, Director, Manager, Supervisor
- Investment Analyst
- Portfolio Manager
- Financial Advisor
- Financial Planner
- Trader
- Wealth Manager
- Investment Banker
- Asset Manager
- Risk Manager
- Hedge Fund Manager
- Private Equity Investor
- Corporate Finance Manager
- Entrepreneur
- Regulator
- Policy Analyst
- Business Executive
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What you'll learn
Module 1
Introduction To Investment Analysis
The aim of this course is to make the learner understand the importance of investment analysis which is critical for individuals seeking to achieve their financial goals.
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