Master the Stock Market to Make Informed Investment Decisions
(6-Week Intensive)
Course Duration: 6 Weeks
Mentorship: Industry experts from top tech companies will guide you throughout the course.
Mode of Learning: Online, Self-paced + Weekly Live Sessions
Week 1: Foundations of Investing & the Stock Market
- Introduction to Investing: Basic financial concepts, the importance of investing, and different investment vehicles.
- Understanding the Stock Market: How the stock market works, key players, and different types of stock exchanges.
- Basic Investing Terminology: Key terms and concepts used in the stock market.
- Project 1: Investment Goal Setting: Define personal investment goals and risk tolerance.
Outcome: Foundational knowledge of investing and the stock market.
Week 2: Fundamental Analysis
- Financial Statements: Understanding and analyzing company financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement).
- Ratio Analysis: Using financial ratios to assess company performance and valuation.
- Valuation Techniques: Introduction to different stock valuation methods (discounted cash flow, relative valuation).
- Project 2: Company Analysis: Analyze the financial statements of a publicly traded company.
Outcome: Ability to perform fundamental analysis of stocks.
Week 3: Technical Analysis
- Chart Patterns: Identifying common chart patterns and their implications for stock prices.
- Technical Indicators: Using technical indicators to identify trends and potential trading opportunities.
- Trading Strategies: Introduction to different technical trading strategies.
- Project 3: Chart Analysis: Analyze stock charts and identify potential trading opportunities.
Outcome: Knowledge of technical analysis principles and tools.
Week 4: Investing Strategies & Portfolio Management
- Investment Strategies: Exploring different investment approaches (value investing, growth investing, dividend investing, etc.).
- Portfolio Diversification: Building a diversified investment portfolio to manage risk.
- Asset Allocation: Determining the optimal mix of assets in a portfolio.
- Project 4: Portfolio Construction: Create a diversified investment portfolio based on a given scenario.
Outcome: Understanding of investment strategies and portfolio management techniques.
Week 5: Risk Management & Behavioral Finance
- Risk Management: Understanding different types of investment risk and how to manage them.
- Behavioral Finance: How psychological biases can affect investment decisions.
- Risk Tolerance: Assessing your own risk tolerance and making investment decisions accordingly.
- Project 5: Risk Assessment: Analyze different investment scenarios and assess their risk levels.
Outcome: Understanding of risk management and behavioral finance principles.
Week 6: Final Project & Career Prep
- Project 6: Final Investment Project: Develop a comprehensive investment plan, including stock selection, portfolio construction, and risk management strategies.
- Career Preparation:
- Portfolio Building: Refine and complete your portfolio with a professional presentation of your projects.
- Interview Prep & Resume Tips: Learn how to showcase your skills, work on technical interview questions, and perfect your resume.
- Industry Insights: Get advice on the latest industry trends, frameworks, and technologies.
Outcome: By the end of the course, you’ll have a strong portfolio and the confidence to make informed investment decisions.
Major Projects:
- Investment Goal Setting (Week 1): Core Skills: Financial planning, risk assessment.
- Company Analysis (Week 2): Core Skills: Financial statement analysis, ratio analysis.
- Chart Analysis (Week 3): Core Skills: Technical analysis, chart patterns.
- Portfolio Construction (Week 4): Core Skills: Investment strategies, portfolio management.
- Risk Assessment (Week 5): Core Skills: Risk management, behavioral finance.
- Final Investment Project (Week 6): Core Skills: Full investment planning, portfolio management.
Mentorship at Eduveda Academy:
- Industry Mentor Assignment: You’ll be paired with a mentor from a top financial institution who will provide personalized guidance on projects, career advice, and best practices.
- 1-on-1 sessions: For project reviews and troubleshooting.
- Live Q&A Sessions: Weekly with mentors and instructors.
Final Notes:
- Weekly Live Sessions: These will cover key topics, provide updates, and allow you to ask questions.
- Peer Networking: Join the academy Slack group for collaboration and feedback.
This 6-week course is intense but designed to give you all the key skills to jumpstart your investment journey. You’ll leave with solid project experience, a polished portfolio, and the confidence to make informed investment decisions.
