Diploma in Capital Markets, Investment & Trading

Overview

Learn how to evaluate investment opportunities and obtain and interpret financial data.

This evening course marries fundamental theory to what is actually happening in the markets today

Why Study Capital Markets, Investment & Trading at Griffith College?

The Diploma in Capital Markets, Investment & Trading course is conducted on a part-time evening basis over a 10-week period. This course appeals to a wide range of individuals interested in capital markets, investment and/or trading.

You will learn the fundamentals of investment and opportunity evaluation and how to obtain and interpret financial data.
You will develop a firm understanding of market movements and the effect and implications they have for investors, traders and market participants.
You will gain an insight into the various options available to investors and traders today including investor psychology, tax and financial planning, derivatives and risk management
You will have the opportunity to hear from traders, brokers and analysts from top local and international investment banks.
You will gain a significant advantage in securing current or future positions within the sector.

Intake Dates

We run 2 intakes for this course commencing in Spring and Autumn.

February* (date to be confirmed)
October* (date to be confirmed)

*subject to sufficient numbers

See timetable for next course dates.

What our students say

Every time I sat in class, I knew that I had made a right decision to come to Griffith, because the conversations we had were practical, academic, inspiring and life changing.

Simon Mulati

MSc in Accounting and Finance Management

Course details

Subjects:

Equities and Fundamental Analysis – Corporate structure, Macro and Micro Fundamental Analysis
Fixed Income and Bonds – Sovereign, Corporate, Credit, Interest Rates, Derivatives and Treasury
Foreign Exchange and Commodities - Parity Theories, FX Risk, Gold, Oil and Contango
Technical Analysis and Trading – MA’s, Oscillators, Fibonacci, IT and Bloomberg
Derivatives and Risk – Evolution, Forwards, Futures and Options, Pricing and Volatility, History
CFD’s and Spread betting– Leverage and Gearing, Trading and Risk Management, Markowitz.
Account and Portfolio Management – Practical considerations, Service, Costs and Performance
Investment Vehicles – Direct, ETF’s, Gross Funds and Structures, Tax implications and Reporting
Private Equity and Property – Characteristics, Investment Process and Execution, Risk and Return.
Alternative Investments and Structured Products – Hedge Funds, Longevity, Trackers and ETF’s
Tax and Financial Planning – Pension & Estate Planning, ARF’s, CGT/CAT, Income Tax and Allowances
Risk Management, Compliance and Regulation.

Course Contacts

If you have any questions please get in touch with us at [email protected] or 01 415 0429.

Timetables

This course is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 29th October 2019 in Griffith College Dublin. Contact s hortcourses @griffith.ie for further information.

This part time evening course will run one evening per week from 6.15pm - 8.30pm over 10 weeks, course dates outlined below.

Year 2019

Oct: 29
Nov: 05, 12, 19, 26
Dec: 03, 10, 17

Year 2020

Jan: 07, 14

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

Mature Students

If you are 23 years or over from the 1st January of this year, you can apply for this course directly using the College’s online application form. A member of the College’s admissions team will be in touch to discuss your course entry requirements.

Under 23 Years

Two Honours Level, Grade C3s or above and four Ordinary Level D3s in your Leaving Certificate (subjects to include Maths and a language) or equivalent exam taken. Appropriate work experience/ knowledge within a Capital Markets, Investment & Trading environment.

How to Apply

Directly to Griffith College Short Courses Department

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Fees

Study Mode: Part-Time

Fee: EUR 1,400.00

Progression

What career paths could I have?

For those interested in career progression, the Diploma in Capital Markets, Investment & Trading course will impart sufficient knowledge and industry insight so as to help graduates identify particular career paths and further study options. The course also acknowledges the current economic climate and the paradox of not being able to get a job without experience and experience without a job. Accordingly, the course is relevant, timely and practical. Delegates will be able to engage meaningfully with friends, colleagues, managers, other market professionals and potential employers about capital markets, investment and trading, and will give them a significant edge or advantage in current and future positions.