Executive Mini MBA
Executive Mini MBA in Capital Markets: Market Structure, Products, and Regulatory
- Length
- 48 hours · 5 days
- Fee
- Price on request
- Accredited by
- ICBC Canada
This comprehensive course is designed to equip professionals with a deep understanding of capital markets, the mechanisms driving price movements, and the impact of financial regulations on trading practices and market behavior
Learning outcomes
- Develop a thorough understanding of capital markets and their significance in financial systems
- Examine various market structures and their influence on trading efficiency and price formation
- Analyze different financial products, including equity markets, debt instruments, and derivatives markets
- Understand the function of market participants, including financial intermediaries and investment banking institutions
- Explore the role of trading platforms, clearing and settlement mechanisms, and market infrastructure
- Gain insights into regulatory trends, compliance frameworks, and global financial governance
- Evaluate factors affecting market liquidity, price discovery, and risk management
Syllabus
Overview of Capital Markets and Market Structure
- Fundamentals of capital markets and their role in economic development
- Key elements of market structure, including exchanges, over-the-counter (OTC) markets, and dark pools
- Interactions between market participants and the impact on liquidity and efficiency
Financial Products and Investment Vehicles
- Characteristics of equity markets, stock issuance, and trading mechanisms
- Analysis of debt instruments, including bonds, notes, and commercial papers
- Introduction to derivatives markets, futures, options, and swaps
Market Participants and Financial Intermediaries
- Roles and responsibilities of financial intermediaries, including brokers, dealers, and custodians
- Functions of investment banking in underwriting, advisory, and capital raising
- The influence of institutional investors, hedge funds, and market makers on trading dynamics
Trading Platforms and Market Infrastructure
- Comparison of major trading platforms, electronic exchanges, and alternative trading systems
- Understanding market infrastructure, including order routing, matching engines, and high-frequency trading
- The significance of clearing and settlement processes in trade finalization and risk mitigation
Market Liquidity, Price Discovery, and Risk Management
- Determinants of market liquidity and the role of bid-ask spreads
- Mechanisms of price discovery and market efficiency
- Essential risk management techniques to mitigate financial exposure
Regulatory Trends and Compliance Frameworks
- Global financial regulation and its impact on capital markets
- Regulatory frameworks governing market operations, investor protection, and anti-money laundering measures
- The evolving landscape of compliance requirements and enforcement actions in financial markets
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