Performance attribution and appraisal are essential components of investment management and financial analysis. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the methodologies and tools used to evaluate the performance of investment portfolios, funds, and assets. Participants will learn to assess the effectiveness of investment strategies and the contributions of individual investments to portfolio returns.
Introduction to Performance Evaluation:
Understanding the importance of performance evaluation in investment management.
Key performance metrics and benchmarks.
Attribution Analysis:
Decomposing portfolio returns into various components.
Assessing the impact of asset allocation, security selection, and market movements on performance.
Risk-Adjusted Performance Measurement:
Sharpe ratio, Treynor ratio, and other risk-adjusted performance measures.
Evaluating risk-adjusted returns for informed decision-making.
Measuring Risk and Volatility:
Standard deviation, beta, and tracking error.
Understanding and managing portfolio risk.
Practical Application:
Real-world case studies and hands-on exercises.
Using performance attribution tools and software.
Who Should Attend:
Investment Analysts and Portfolio Managers
Financial Analysts
Risk Managers
Fund Managers
Investment Advisors
Anyone involved in investment decision-making and analysis
Course Objectives:
Equip participants with the knowledge and skills to evaluate investment performance effectively.
Enhance decision-making by understanding the drivers of portfolio returns.
Provide practical tools for assessing risk-adjusted performance.
Delivery Format: This course can be delivered in a classroom, online, or hybrid format.