GISI Programmes

• Level 1 (Foundation)

The Level 1 (Foundation) of the Ghana Securities Industry course introduces students to the basics of securities, investment, and financial services, along with the legal and regulatory framework governing Ghana’s capital markets. It is designed for beginners entering the securities industry

📘 Course Content Breakdown – Level 1

1. Introduction to Securities and Investment

• Overview of capital markets and their role in the economy
• Types of securities: equities, bonds, derivatives, and commodities
• Basic principles of investing and portfolio building

2. Fundamentals of Financial Services

• Structure of financial institutions in Ghana
• Banking, insurance, and investment services
• Role of financial intermediaries in securities trading

3. Legal and Regulatory Framework

• Securities Industry Act, 2016 (Act 929)
• Role of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Ghana
• Compliance requirements for market participants
• Investor protection and ethical standards

• Level 2 (Intermediate)

Level 2 builds on the foundation of Level 1 by introducing technical and analytical skills needed for more complex roles in the securities industry. It is designed for professionals who already understand the basics of financial services and want to deepen their expertise in corporate finance, risk management, and investment analysis.

📘 Course Content Breakdown – Level 2

1. Corporate Finance Technical Foundations

• Principles of corporate finance and capital structure
• Valuation methods (discounted cash flow, multiples)
• Raising capital: equity vs. debt financing
• Mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring basics

2. Risk Management Basics

• Identifying and measuring financial risks (market, credit, operational)
• Tools for managing risk: hedging, diversification, insurance
• Regulatory requirements for risk management in Ghana
• Role of compliance and internal controls

3. Investment Analysis

• Fundamental analysis: company financial statements, ratios, and performance metrics
• Technical analysis: chart patterns, indicators, and trading signals
• Portfolio construction and asset allocation strategies
• Evaluating securities for investment decisions

• Level 3 (Professional)

Wealth & Portfolio Management

• Advanced portfolio construction and asset allocation
• Performance measurement and benchmarking
• Strategies for managing institutional and private wealth portfolios
• Ethical considerations in portfolio management

2. Advanced Securities Trading

• Trading strategies for equities, bonds, and derivatives
• Market microstructure and trading systems in Ghana and globally
• Execution, clearing, and settlement at professional levels
• Role of technology and electronic trading platforms

3. Professional Risk Management

• Advanced techniques for managing market, credit, and operational risks
• Stress testing and scenario analysis
• Regulatory capital requirements and Basel frameworks
• Integrated risk management across portfolios

4. Corporate Finance & Investment Strategy

• Advanced valuation methods and deal structuring
• Strategic financing decisions for corporations
• Mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring at professional depth
• Linking corporate finance to capital market strategies