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SIDC CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (CPE) COURSES
AB Maximus, an approved SIDC CPE Training Provider, offers accredited Continuing Professional Education (CPE) courses designed for professionals in the capital markets industry including Capital Market and Services Representative Licence (CMSRL) holders and Employees of Registered Persons (ERP) engaged in regulated and permitted activities under Malaysia’s Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 (CMSA).
Our SIDC CPE Training Calendar
CLASSROOM-BASED &
ONLINE COURSES
APPLIED DISCOUNTED CASHFLOW VALUATIONS ON US STOCKS & OPTIONS INVESTING
This course demonstrates how a practitioner applies Discounted Cash Flow analysis to US stocks to determine a company's fair value. The trainer will further explain how this valuation technique is utilized to enhance investment decisions in stocks and options. The objective is to showcase how finance theories are practically applied by various practitioners in real-world scenarios.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
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Fair Value Concept: Understand intrinsic value to assess whether a security is under, over, or fairly valued.
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Discounted Cashflow (DCF) Technique: Learn the core DCF concepts, including Free Cashflow calculation, discount factor (CAPM model), growth rate estimation, and terminal value determination.
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Hands-on Valuation Exercise: Use an Excel model/template to calculate the fair value of a real-life company.
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Investment Decision Making: Apply fair value insights for buy/sell decisions and stock selection strategies.
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Options Strategies: Explore key options trading strategies such as Buy Call, Buy Put, Sell Call, and Sell Put, along with payoff diagrams.
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Case Studies on Options & DCF: Analyze real-life examples to determine the optimal strike price for different options strategies.
DELIVERY MODE:
Asynchronous E-Learning
TYPE:
Public
CPE POINTS:
10
HOW TO MAKE SENSE OF RETURNS, RISK, DIVERSIFICATION & OTHER CORE CONCEPTS OF INVESTING
This course provides a solid foundation in investing by focusing on six essential concepts, ensuring that finance is no longer intimidating. It equips participants with the confidence to address financial issues, gain client trust, and understand the financial markets. While not a strategy for outperforming the market, it offers a practical, common-sense approach to grasping the basics of investing and asking the right questions for informed decision-making.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
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Return Concepts: Understanding risk-free return, risk premium, and the impact of past returns.
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Risk Measurement: Evaluating volatility, hidden risks, value at risk, and return-risk ratios.
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Diversification: Asset allocation, correlation effects, and managing negative return asset classes.
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Valuation Methods: Intrinsic, relative, asset-based, and sum-of-parts valuation approaches.
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Leverage Use: Assessing leverage ratios, macro analysis, and the carry trade strategy.
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Investment Costs: Examining the types and impacts of costs on returns through case studies.
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Final Assessment: Online evaluation with multiple-choice questions to reinforce learning.
DELIVERY MODE:
Asynchronous E-Learning
TYPE:
Public
CPE POINTS:
10
FINANCIAL STATEMENT FORENSICS: HOW TO IDENTIFY COMPANIES IN TROUBLE
This course, developed in collaboration with CFA Society Malaysia, equips participants with essential tools, techniques, and knowledge to detect and prevent financial misconduct, focusing on corporate fraud, financial manipulation, and organizational risk. Through real-world examples, case studies, and practical strategies, participants will learn to identify risk indicators and deceptive tactics, gaining insights into six key categories of financial gimmicks. By incorporating personal anecdotes and ethical considerations, the course enhances understanding of fraud detection while emphasizing the importance of safeguarding organizational integrity in complex corporate environments.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
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Understand Financial Gimmicks: Gain clarity on common financial schemes.
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Identify Risk Indicators and Warning Signs: Learn how to spot potential fraud early.
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Analyse Recent Case Studies: Explore real-world examples of financial fraud.
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Implement Safeguards Against Fraud, Bribery, and Corruption: Develop strategies to protect your organization.
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Navigate Ethical Dilemmas: Understand how to handle ethical challenges effectively.
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Apply Practical Techniques: Master actionable methods to prevent and address fraud.
DELIVERY MODE:
Physical
TYPE:
Public
Concorde Hotel, KL
VENUE:
DATE:
22nd OCT 2025
CPE POINTS:
10
FUNDING:
HRD Corp Claimable
ESSENTIALS IN ESG INVESTING
Asset owners and investors must recognize the growing importance of sustainability in mitigating climate risks and integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into their investment strategies. In today’s financial landscape, ESG considerations are no longer optional—they play a crucial role in identifying risks, improving long-term returns, and aligning investment decisions with global sustainability goals.
This one-day course provides a comprehensive overview of ESG investing, equipping participants with the skills to analyze climate risks, evaluate ESG factors, and integrate sustainability into their investment decisions. Through this, asset owners can enhance their analytical capabilities, improve portfolio resilience, and align investments with sustainable finance principles.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
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Climate Risks & Investment Impact: Evaluating how climate-related risks affect financial markets and investment decisions.
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Integrating ESG Analysis: Understanding methods to incorporate ESG considerations into investment strategies.
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ESG Investing Approaches & Case Studies: Exploring various ESG investment methodologies with real-world examples.
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Selection of ESG Investment Products: Assessing the suitability of ESG-based financial products for portfolio construction.
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Regulatory & Reporting Frameworks: Reviewing industry regulations, disclosure requirements, and compliance practices for ESG investments.
DELIVERY MODE:
Physical
TYPE:
Public
Concorde Hotel, KL
VENUE:
DATE:
14th JAN 2026
CPE POINTS:
10
PAST COURSES
GENAI FOR INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS: PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
This course, developed in collaboration with CFA Society Malaysia, is designed to equip investment professionals with practical GenAI skills that enhance their research, analysis, decision-making, and communication capabilities. Participants will learn how to leverage GenAI tools to streamline their research processes, extract key insights from data, and understand market trends. The course will also cover techniques for improving decision-making through risk management, scenario analysis, and opportunity evaluation. Additionally, participants will develop effective communication strategies to present their findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders. By the end of the course, investment professionals will be able to boost their efficiency and effectiveness in their day-to-day roles, leading to better outcomes and performance.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
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Research: Enable professionals to streamline their research processes, allowing them to gather and analyze data more efficiently.
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Analysis: Enhance their ability to extract key insights from data, making it easier to understand market trends and make informed decisions.
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Decision-Making: Improve their decision-making capabilities by providing tools and techniques for risk management, scenario analysis, and opportunity evaluation.
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Communication: Strengthen their communication skills by teaching them how to create effective and concise reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
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Efficiency and Effectiveness: Ultimately, these skills will boost their overall efficiency and effectiveness in their day-to-day roles, leading to better outcomes and performance.
DELIVERY MODE:
Physical
TYPE:
Public
Concorde Hotel, KL
VENUE:
DATE:
8th MAY 2025
CPE POINTS:
10
HRD Corp Claimable
FUNDING: