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*Reviewed: Apr. 2013
(*Reviewed to meet current regulations, but no changes were made.)
Introduction to Investment Management provides an overview of the investment management issues that affect personal trusts. It covers investment types; stock and bond selection/analysis; investment portfolio management; and economic and legal influences on investments.
| Price |
$450 Nonmembers / $335 Members |
| License Option |
Courses are also available at discounted prices under an annual license. Learn More |
| Course Credits |
AIB: 0.25 ; ICB: 4.25 CTFA,/INV; 4.5 CRSP, CCTS, CSOP |
| Prerequisites |
None |
| Required Software |
None |
| Optional Software |
Adobe Acrobat Reader and RealPlayer |
Audience
Trust department and other bank staff who are new to the trust business and want to develop a basic working knowledge of trust administration. No prior knowledge of the subject is required.
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Define the types of investments used in trusts that fall within these categories: cash and liquid, fixed income, equity, mutual fund, and other investments
- Describe the methods used to select and analyze stock and bond investments
- Explain the mechanics of portfolio management
- Identify key client information to help clients determine investment portfolio considerations
- Describe economic influences regarding trust investments, including the Federal Reserve, business cycles, and economic indicators
- Explain the legal considerations that affect actions regarding trust investments