Description
The training is part of the Fund Governance Masterclass, a certification programme with the below topics:
- Module 1 – Funds & IFMs: Governance fundamentals (28hr, 3.5 days)
- Module 2 – Technology challenges for Governing Bodies (4h)
- Module 3 – Portfolio management (4h)
- Module 4 – ESG developments for Governing Bodies (4h)
- Module 5 – Risk management (8h)
- Module 6 – Fund Administration, Depositary and Valuation (8h)
- Module 7 – Marketing, distribution and transfer agency (8h)
- Module 8 – AML/CFT for Governing Bodies (4h)
- Module 9 – The role of the auditor (4h)
- Module 10 – Tax & Regulation for Governing Bodies (8h)
- Module 11 – Fund Governance in Practice (8h)
Course outline
The ILA Fund Governance Masterclass will kicks-off with a brief overview of Luxembourg Investment Funds and Investment fund managers (IFMs) from the perspective of governing bodies before diving into key aspects of fundthe governance inof Funds and IFMs Luxembourg.
This module covers the different types of Luxembourg investment fund structures, the main types of IFMs, the applicable key governance requirements, IFM rules of conduct, Fund Codes of Conduct, with a focus on the ALFI Code, the role of the Chair, the role of the Executive Committee, oversight over internal audit, conflicts of interest, and the roles and liabilities of Fund and IFM Directors and Conducting Officers.
A number of interactive practical case studies throughout the module illustrate the types of governance questions and challenges which Directors may face across spectrum of Luxembourg structures from small startups to large complex IFMs.
Course highlights
The module covers the following topics:
- ICT roles and responsibilities
- ICT security and risk management
- ICT Outsourcing & Cloud
- GDPR and privacy
- Digital signature
- Fintech opportunities and challenges
- Key questions for Directors on your organisation’s ICT infrastructure
- Fund Industry Directors and security of their own affairs
Practical details
Duration
28.00 hours
Fees
2,795€ for members (+ VAT 3%)
4,300€ for non-members (+ VAT 3%)
More information?
More information about the Masterclass is available here.
For any questions about this module, contact [email protected]