Introduction
Borrowing is a crucial aspect of business finance, with the bonds and fixed income market playing a significant role in funding decisions. Fixed income investments typically offer returns on a set schedule, though payment amounts may vary. Individual bonds are a well-known type of fixed income security, but the category also includes bond funds, ETFs, CDs, and money market funds.
Learning Objectives
Participants in the Bonds and Fixed Income Course will:
- Understand the fundamentals of fixed income and bonds.
- Learn about different types of bonds and fixed income securities.
- Master various valuation techniques.
- Recognize the role of bonds in corporate finance.
- Gain insights into the functioning of global bond markets and their interconnections.
Training Methodology
The course employs:
- Lectures and presentations
- Group discussions
- Simulated environment examples
- Case studies and exercises Xcelerate Training Institute uses the ‘Do-Review-Learn-Apply’ model to ensure effective learning.
Benefits for Your Organization
Organizations will benefit by:
- Enabling managers to understand the bond issuance process for fundraising.
- Helping managers use their knowledge of bonds and fixed income to better manage organizational debt.
Benefits for You
Participants will gain:
- Enhanced understanding of bonds and fixed income for business applications.
- Support in mastering different trading strategies for better investment returns.
- Knowledge of how derivatives aid in risk minimization in global markets.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
- Managers dealing with debt and fixed income
- Investment bankers
Course Outline
Introduction
- Understanding Bonds and Fixed Income Securities
- Basics of the Debt Market
Types of Debt Instruments
- Types of Bonds
- Government Securities (G-Secs)
- Other Securities
Valuation of Bonds and Fixed Income Securities
- Various Valuation Techniques
- Assumptions in Debt Valuation
Derivatives in Fixed Income Market
- Types of Derivatives
- Valuation of Derivatives
Fund Raising through Debt
- Determining Debt Requirements
- Cost of Capital
Risk Management through Derivatives
- Using Derivatives for Risk Management
- Hedging as a Risk Management Tool
Fund Management
- Fund Management by Global Companies
World Debt Market
- The 2008 Sub-Prime Crisis
- Features of the Debt Market