Training course on Investment Banking Fundamentals

Module 1: Introduction to Investment Banking

History and evolution of investment banking

Role in capital markets and the economy

Structure of investment banks (front office, middle office, back office)

Module 2: Capital Raising and Underwriting

Equity capital markets (IPOs, follow-on offerings)

Debt capital markets (bonds, syndicated loans)

Underwriting process and syndication

Case study: High-profile IPOs

Module 3: Valuation Fundamentals

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis

Comparable company analysis (trading multiples)

Precedent transaction analysis

Practical exercises in valuation modeling

Module 4: Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

M&A deal process: origination, structuring, execution

Friendly vs. hostile takeovers

Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs) and private equity

Case study: Global M&A transactions

Module 5: Trading, Sales, and Market Making

Role of investment banks in securities trading

Equity and fixed income desks

Derivatives and structured products

Market making and liquidity provision

Module 6: Advisory Services and Corporate Restructuring

Strategic advisory for corporates and governments

Debt restructuring and distressed M&A

Case study: Restructuring during financial crises

Module 7: Regulation, Risk, and Ethics in Investment Banking

Regulatory bodies (SEC, FCA, Basel Committee, etc.)

Compliance and reporting requirements

Ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest

Case study: 2008 Global Financial Crisis

Module 8: Future Trends in Investment Banking

Impact of technology: FinTech, AI, and digital platforms

ESG and sustainable finance in investment banking

Globalization and cross-border deal-making