Course Objective

Characteristics Of Mutual Funds

What is NAV?

Sample Calculation of Net Asset Value

NAV Exercise

Mutual Fund Families

Types Of Mutual Funds

Risk Elements In Mutual Funds

Risk and Return

Market Risk

Interest Rate Risk

Call Risk

Credit Risk

Liquidity Risk

Currency Risk

Sector Risk

Country Risk

The Impact of Risk on the Selection of Mutual Fund Offerings

Fees And Charges Associated With Mutual Funds

Categories of Fees and Expenses

Sales Charges

Disclosure of Fees

Classes of Fund Shares

Offshore Mutual Funds

Offshore Funds:

Who is Eligible to Sell Offshore Funds

Rules to Remember When Selling Offshore Funds

Benefits Of Mutual Funds As Investment Vehicles

Regulatory Issues Related To Mutual Funds

Registration Requirements

State Registration Issues

Policies and Procedures Related to Breakpoints

Glossary

Mutual Fund Quiz