Workshops are scheduled by SDIA throughout the year, as well as being available on an in-house basis at a date/ time that is convenient to your organisation. Click here for the SDIA Events Calendar.
SDIA Professional Program – Core 1 Preparatory Workshop – 4 CPD Hours (Compliance)
Essential for candidates who undertaking the SDIA Professional Program Core 1 Assignment and Exam…
This 4 hour course workshop all topic areas in the SDIA Professional Program Core 1 – Securities & Managed Investment Accreditation.
Fees
| Individual Members: |
$434.50 |
| Organisational Members: |
$544.50 |
| Non-Members: |
$874.50 |
Introduction to Stockbroking – 2.5 CPD Hours
This is a securities based workshop specifically designed for newcomers to the industry, back office staff and auxiliary and supporting personnel (e.g. IT, HR etc). It is a 'course in stockbroking' for those wishing to acquire basic knowledge in this industry.
Topics include:
- Operation of Financial Markets
- Financial Products
- Taxation
- Broking Operations
- Regulation
- + 'Acronym alert' - explanation of common acronyms & jargon
Fees:
| Individual Members: |
$434.50 |
| Organisational Members: |
$544.50 |
| Non-Members: |
$874.50 |
Warrants Fundamentals - 2 CPD Hours
This 2 hour workshop covers the main types of warrants traded on the ASX, with a particular focus on equity trading warrants and instalments. Basic warrant pricing will be discussed, and the role of the warrant issuer will be explained. Ideal for those who wish to acquire some basic knowledge about the Australian warrants market.
Fees:
| Individual Members: |
$324.50 |
| Organisational Members: |
$434.50 |
| Non-Members: |
$764.50 |
Options Fundamentals – 2 CPD hours
The 'Options Fundamentals' workshop covers the fundamentals of options pricing, basic option strategies, and the mechanics of trading equity options on ASX. The 2-hour workshop assumes no previous knowledge of options. It is suitable for industry participants, including client advisers and back office staff, who have no previous options experience and who wish to acquire some basic knowledge about options trading.
Fees:
| Individual Members: |
$324.50 |
| Organisational Members: |
$434.50 |
| Non-Members: |
$764.50 |
SDIA Derivatives (ADA1) Workshop - 4 CPD Hours
This half day workshop is ideal for candidates who are undertaking the SDIA Derivatives Accreditation (or the ASX ADA 1). This is a preparation workshop and covers options, warrants and other equity derivatives, derivatives trading and clearing, as well as legal and tax considerations.
Fees:
| Individual Members: |
$544.50 |
| Organisational Members: |
$654.50 |
| Non-Members: |
$984.50 |
SDIA – ASX/ACH RE Executive Examination Preparation Course – 10 CPD Hours (Compliance)
- Are you, or do you have staff who are about to sit for the ASX / ACH RE Exam?
- SDIA’s 2 x 3 hour workshops (conducted over 2 days) will cover the exam syllabus in detail
- We offer practice exam questions in class - to ensure that you are well prepared for the exam and know what to expect on the day
Fees:
| Individual Members: |
$825.00 |
| Organisational Members: |
$990.00 |
| Non-Members: |
$1210.00 |
RE Exam Preparation Workshop (Short Course) – 4 CPD Hours (Compliance)
- Are you, or do you have staff who are about to sit for the ASX / ACH RE Exam?
- This 4 hour workshop is a condensed version of SDIA’s 2-day Responsible Executive Exam Prep Workshop
- This workshop covers the ACH/ASX RE exam syllabus in detail, with 7 subject areas and 2 assessments during class time
Fees:
| Individual Members: |
$434.50 |
| Organisational Members: |
$544.50 |
| Non-Members: |
$874.50 |
ASX Responsible Executive Refresher – 4 CPD hours (Compliance)
This half day workshop gives a refresher on the ASX requirements applicable to Responsible Executives and goes through some of the main topics covered in the ASX Responsible Executive Exam.
It is intended as a refresher for existing REs who have already passed the Exam, but may also be of interest to potential REs.*
The workshop is presented by Doug Clark, Honorary Editor of the ASX/ACH RE Exam, and will include opportunities for discussion and assessment tasks.
Topics include:
- ASX RE Management & Supervision Requirements (& ASIC RM comparisons)
- ASX Capital Adequacy, Records, Trust
- Dealing & Client relations rules
- ASX Disciplinary Processes
- Corporations Act requirements
ASX REs are required to complete 8 hours p.a. compliance CPD each financial year. More thorough preparation for the exam is provided in the ASX Responsible Executive Preparation Workshops also offered.
Fees:
| Individual Members: |
$434.50 |
| Organisational Members: |
$544.50 |
| Non-Members: |
$874.50 |
SDIA CFD Accreditation – 6 CPD Hours (Compliance)
SDIA CFD Accreditation focuses on the class of derivatives known as Contracts for Difference (CFDs).
CFDs are a relatively recent addition to the available range of derivative products. In Australia, they are traded both directly with CFD providers, and, since late 2007, on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
On completion of SDIA CFD Accreditation, you will be certified by the SDIA as a professional who has completed an education program in order to advise on CFD products.
SDIA CFD Accreditation involves attending a half day intensive workshop and undertaking a 1.5 hour examination. The workshop will cover the SDIA CFD exam syllabus in detail to ensure that you are well prepared for the exam and know what to expect.
Fees:
| Individual Members: |
$544.50 |
| Organisational Members: |
$654.50 |
| Non-Members: |
$984.50 |
Attract, Recruit and Retain the Best People for Your Business – 6 CPD Hours
Learn how to decrease new employee turnover by 40%. Expertly tailored for SDIA member firms, this one day workshop will be particularly beneficial for senior executives, heads of firms and heads of desks, or any staff responsible for employing staff within stockbroking firms and investment banks.
This workshop offers practical strategies you really can use to attract, recruit and retain your staff in today's increasingly competitive job market. Please contact Gillian Gilmore on Tel 02 8080 3200 or e-mail ggilmore@sdia.org.au to find out more, or to request this workshop on an in-house basis at your firm.
**All prices are inclusive of GST and current as of 29 August 2008.
**Click here for the SDIA Cancellation Policy.