Bond Valuation

Unlock the intricacies of bond valuation to enhance your investment strategies. Learn how to assess bond prices, yields, and risk factors for optimal portfolio management.

Purpose and Scope

The “Bond Valuation” live online course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of bond valuation principles and practices. This 2-hour session will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to accurately assess bond prices and yields, which are essential for making informed investment decisions.

Duration 

2 hours

Pre-requisite

The following courses are required before applying for this course:

Interest Rates Dynamics

Time Value of Money

Course Contents

  1. Introduction to Bonds 

    • Overview of bonds and their key features
    • Types of bonds
  2. Fundamentals of Bond Valuation 

    • Present value and future value concepts
    • Discounting cash flows
  3. Pricing Bonds 

    • Calculating bond prices
    • Understanding yield to maturity (YTM) and current yield
  4. Interest Rates and Bond Prices

    • The relationship between interest rates and bond prices
    • Duration and convexity
  5. Case Studies and Practical Examples 

    • Real-world examples of bond valuation
    • Hands-on practice with bond pricing and yield calculations