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Day 1: Understanding Capital Markets

Morning Session (3 hours)

1. Introduction to Capital Markets

   • What are capital markets?
   • Key players in capital markets (investors, issuers, intermediaries).
   • Types of capital markets (primary and secondary).

2. Stock Markets

   • Overview of stock markets.
   • How stocks are traded.
   • Stock indices and their significance.

Afternoon Session (3 hours)

3. Bond Markets

   • Introduction to bond markets.
   • Different types of bonds.
   • Bond pricing and yields.

4. Market Participants

   • Understanding market participants' roles.
   • Brokers, market makers, institutional investors, and retail investors.

Day 2: Portfolio Management

Morning Session (3 hours)

5. Risk and Return

   • Risk assessment in investment.
   • Calculating return on investment.
   • The trade-off between risk and return.

6. Portfolio Diversification

   • Why diversify?
   • Building a diversified portfolio.
   • Asset allocation strategies.

Afternoon Session (3 hours)

7. Portfolio Management Strategies

   • Active vs. passive portfolio management.
   • Value investing, growth investing, and other strategies.
   • Importance of a long-term perspective.

8. Investment Tools

   • Introduction to investment tools and software.
   • How to track and analyze portfolios.

Day 3: Investment Strategies and Practical Tips

Morning Session (3 hours)

9. Behavioral Finance

   • Understanding investor behavior.
   • Common biases and their impact on decision-making.

10. Investment Risks

    • Market risk, credit risk, and other types of risk.
    • Risk management strategies.

Afternoon Session (3 hours)

11. Case Studies

    • Analyzing real-world investment portfolios.
    • Learning from successful investors.
    • Discussing common investment mistakes.

12. Final Q&A and Discussion

    • An open session for questions and group discussion.
    • Review of key takeaways.