NISM-XV: Research Analyst

What You Will Learn
Responsibilities and key qualities of a research analyst
Important concepts related to the securities market
Basics of equity and debt market
How to do fundamental and technical analysis
Key concepts related to economic analysis
Industry analysis and Porter's 5 forces
How to do qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies
Impact of corporate actions
How to value a company
Measures of risk and returns
How to make good quality research reports
Practical application through quizzes
Your Course Overview
16 sections • 144 topics • 35 hrs 23 mins content
1. Introduction
14 mins
Introduction - I
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Introduction - II
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2. Introduction to Research Analyst Profession
1 hr
What is a research analyst
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Responsibilities of a research analyst
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Qualities of a research analyst
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Quiz - I
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3. Introduction to Securities Market
5 hrs
Introduction
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Key concepts
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Mutual funds
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Hybrid products
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Structure of securities market
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Primary and secondary market
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Risk management
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Market participants - I
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Market participants - II
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Kinds of transactions - I
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Kinds of transactions - II
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Kinds of transactions - III
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Quiz - II
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4. Terminology in Equity and Debt Markets
3 hrs
Introduction to equity and debt
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Key equity concepts - I
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Key equity concepts - II
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Key debt concepts - I
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Key debt concepts - II
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Types of bonds - I
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Types of bonds - II
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Types of bonds - III
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Types of bonds - IV
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Summary
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Quiz - III
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5. Fundamentals of Research
1 hr
What is investing
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Key learnings for investors
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Fundamental analysis
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Technical analysis
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Summary
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Quiz - IV
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6. Economic Analysis
2 hrs
Economic analysis and principles of microeconomics
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Principles of macroeconomics
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National income
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Savings and consumption
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Unemployment and foreign flow
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Fiscal policy
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General Anti-Avoidance Rules (GAAR)
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Monetary policy
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International trade
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Globalization and sources of information
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Summary
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Quiz - V
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7. Industry Analysis
3 hrs
Introduction and role of industry analysis
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What is industry
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Industry cyclicality
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Market size
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Secular trend and value migration
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Business life cycle
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Potter's 5 forces - I
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Potter's 5 forces - II
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Potter's 5 forces - III
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Potter's 5 forces - IV
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PESTLE analysis
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BCG analysis
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Structure Conduct Performance (SCP) Analysis
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KPI Driver
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Regulations
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Taxation
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Summary
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Quiz - VI
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8. Company Analysis – Business and Governance
1 hr
Introduction and role of company analysis
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Understand business and business model
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Pricing power
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Competitive advantages
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SWOT and quality of management
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Risk in business and history of credit rating
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ESG frameworks
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Summary
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Quiz - VII
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9. Company Analysis – Financial Analysis
3 hrs
Introduction
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Balance sheet
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Profit and loss statement
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Cash flow statement
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Notes to accounts
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Quality of accounting
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Ratios - I
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Ratios - II
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Forecasting using ratios
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Peer comparison
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Other aspects to study from financial reports
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Dividends and earnings history
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Summary
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Quiz - VIII
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10. Corporate Actions
2 hrs
Philosophy and dividends
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Right issues and bonus shares
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Stock split and stock consolidation
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Merger and acquisition
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Loan structuring
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Buyback of shares
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Delisting of shares
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Summary
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Quiz - IX
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11. Valuation Principles
3 hrs
Introduction
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Why valuation is required
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DCF - I
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DCF - II
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Price value sense
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Dividend yield and DPS
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Earnings yield and EPS
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PEG
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EV/EBITDA and EV/Sales
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Asset-based valuations
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ROE and PBV
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ROCE and EV
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Trading and transaction multiples
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Sum of the parts
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New age valuations
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Objectivity of valuations
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Summary
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Quiz - X
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12. Fundamentals of Risk and Return
2 hrs
Introduction to Return on Investment
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Simple, annualized and compounded return
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Risk in investments - I
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Risk in investments - II
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Measuring risk
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Margin of safety
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Risk-adjusted returns
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Behavioral biases
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Liquidity of stocks
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Summary
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Quiz - XI
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13. Qualities of a Good Research Report
1 hr
Qualities of a good research report
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Types of research
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Checklist based approach
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Summary
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Quiz - XII
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14. Legal and Regulatory Environment
2 hrs
Introduction
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Regulators
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Important regulations - I
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Important regulations - II
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Important regulations - III
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Code of ethics and disclosures
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Surveillance mechanism
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Investor charter and complaint disclosure
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Summary
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Quiz - XIII
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15. Project
14 mins
Project
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16. Practice Questions
MCQs
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About The Course
This course is structured to help you ace the NISM-XII: Securities Markets Foundation exam by covering all essential topics. You'll gain a deep understanding of the securities market, covering equity, debt, mutual funds, and derivatives. You will also learn about the roles of primary and secondary markets, key financial instruments, and valuation methods. The course also explores market participants, regulations, and risk management, equipping you with essential knowledge for clearing the exam.
In Lesson 1, Introduction to the Course, you will be introduced to various career options available in finance.
In Lesson 2, Understanding Securities Markets and Performance, you will explore the key features of the securities market, its participants, and the role of regulators.
In Lesson 3, Understanding Equity and Debt Market, you will learn about the key features of equity and debt markets and how to perform valuations using Excel.
In Lesson 4, Primary Markets, you will learn about the primary market, its benefits, key issuers, and the IPO process.
In Lesson 5, Secondary Markets, you will learn about the role and structure of the secondary market. You will also understand the impact of corporate actions.
In Lesson 6, Mutual Funds, you will explore different types of mutual funds and how they work.
In Lesson 7, Derivative Markets, you will learn the key concepts of forwards, futures, and options, along with market structure and risk management.
Course Highlights:
- Basics of the securities market, its functioning, and key participants
- Features and valuation methods of equity and debt markets
- Importance and role of primary and secondary markets
- Different types of mutual funds and how they work
- Introduction to forwards, futures, and options
Who is this course for:
- Students and beginners looking to build a career in finance
- Students preparing for the NISM-XII examination
- Investors who want to understand the securities market and investment options
- Individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge of equity, debt, and derivatives
Learn From - Ashish Godse

15+ Years Experience
CFA Charterholder
Ashish Godse
Ashish D. Godse is an MBA graduate and CFA Charterholder with 15+ years of experience in finance. He has over a decade of teaching experience, including 4 years as a finance professor at a premier B-school. Currently, he works as a Research Analyst for an American firm. With expertise in Financial Modeling, Valuation, Equity, Derivatives, and Corporate Finance, he simplifies complex financial concepts, making learning engaging and practical.Frequently Asked Questions
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