Overview

The subject provides an introduction to investment theory, security analysis and portfolio management. The concepts of investment risk, return and diversification are applied to the construction, management and analysis of an investment portfolio.

Course Content

The topics to be covered in this subject include:

       Investment management theory and concepts

       Characteristics of asset classes

       Asset pricing and valuation

       Derivatives, futures, contracts, options and hedging

       Investment structures and strategies

       Active and neutral asset allocation

       Portfolio construction Market, industry and company analysis

       Measurement and evaluation of performance