| Start Date |
December 16, 2009 |
| Schedule |
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| Category |
Investment Funds |
| Description |
Fund accounting is an essential activity in the fund industry, since it is the process through which the net asset value (NAV) of a fund is calculated. This course describes the fundamental concepts and methods of fund accounting and provides participants with the knowledge and skills that are needed to become a fund accountant. |
| Content |
Fund accounting vs. company accounting
Basic principles of fund accounting
How to calculate a NAV
Different methods for calculating NAVs
Assets and liabilities in a fund; expenses and revenues
Accounting for capital transactions
Accounting for portfolio transactions
Accounting for expenses and revenues
Performance fees and equalisation
Valuation of a fund portfolio
Impact of corporate actions on a NAV
Fund accounting for different types of funds
Legal environment surrounding fund accounting
Risk issues relating to fund accounting
New trends in fund accounting
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| Audience |
up to 12 participant(s) |
| Places available ? |
Yes |
| Duration |
2
day(s) |
