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 (4hr, 0.5 day)
• Module 3 – Portfolio management (4hr, 0.5 day)
• Module 4 – ESG developments for Governing Bodies  (4hr, 0.5 day)
• Module 5 – Risk management (8hr, 1 day)
• Module 6 – Fund Administration, Depositary and Valuation (8hr, 1 day)
• Module 7 – Marketing, distribution and transfer agency (8hr, 1 day)
• Module 8 – AML/CFT for Governing Bodies (4hr, 0.5 day)
• Module 9 – The role of the auditor (4hr, 0.5 day)
• Module 10 – Tax & Regulation for Governing Bodies (8hr, 1 day)
• Module 11 – Fund Governance in Practice (8h, 1 day)

Course outline

The Portfolio Management Module provides an overview of portfolio management & its governance as well as the various delegation models and highlights key considerations for Directors of Funds and IFMs in their portfolio management oversight roles. 

A case study illustrates the types of challenges Directors may face in portfolio management.

Course highlights  

The module covers the following topics:

• Portfolio Management & its Governance, delegation models, and the investment management process  
• Key considerations for Directors in portfolio management oversight role, focusing on understanding performance, adherence to investment and risk limits and adherence to operational standards & regulatory requirements 
• The roles of the Investment Fund Manager and the Fund Board 
• Key developments related to the portfolio management function