PGDM Core Subject

NISM Winter School

Course Objective

2. Course Description

This residential program offers a high-intensity immersion into the Indian Securities Markets Ecosystem. It is designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and industry practice through experiential learning, regulator interaction, and professional certification. Students engage with real-life data using Simulation Labs and Bloomberg Terminals to develop market-ready skills.

 

3. Course Outcomes (COs)

 

CO Code

Course Outcome Description

Bloom’s Level

CO1

  

Explain the structure and dynamics of the Indian Securities Markets ecosystem, including the roles of regulators (SEBI) and MIls.


 

Understand (L2)

CO2

  

Analyze various managed fund vehicles, including Mutual Funds, AIFs, PMS, and REITs/InvITs.

Analyze (L4)

CO3

  

Apply fundamental and technical analysis techniques to evaluate equity securities.

Apply (L3)

CO4

  

Examine the basics of derivatives and their application in risk management.

Analyze (L4)

CO5

  

Demonstrate professional competency by achieving industry-recognized NISM certifications.


 

Apply (L3)

4. Credit Calculation & Structure

Total Learning Hours: 150 Hours. Based on the Taxila standard of 10 classroom hours per credit, the breakdown is as follows:

Component

Learning Hours

Credit Calculation

Credits

Contact Classes

60

60 Hours / 10

6.0

Lab Sessions

30

30 Hours / 30*

1.0

Project & Self-Study

60

60 Hours / 60*

1.0

Total Program Credits

150

  

8.0

Note: NBA guidelines typically assign 1 credit for every 20-30 lab hours and 1 credit for every 60 project hours.

5. Detailed Syllabus (4-Week Intensive)

Module I: India Securities Markets - Ecosystem

 

  • Overview of the primary and secondary markets.
  • Regulatory framework and the role of SEBI.
  • Visit to Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) like NSE, BSE, or CDSL.

 

Module II: Managed Funds

 

  • Strategic analysis of Mutual Funds, Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), and Portfolio Management Services (PMS).
  • Investment dynamics of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs).
     

Module III: Basics of Derivatives

  • Introduction to futures and options.
  • Trading mechanics and clearing/settlement processes.
     

Module IV: Fundamental Analysis

  • Economy-Industry-Company (EIC) framework.
     
  • Financial statement analysis and valuation models.
     

Module V: Technical Analysis

  • Charting techniques, trends, and indicators.
     
  • Psychology of trading and technical signals.

 

6. Assessment & Evaluation

  • Simulation Lab Performance: Real-life data role-plays and Bloomberg Terminal exercises.
  • Industry Project: Submission of a comprehensive project report (60 hours).
  • Mandatory Certification: Students must pass at least one of the following to earn credits:
    NISM Series XII: Securities Markets Foundation.

NISM Series VIII: Equity Derivatives.

NISM Series V A: Mutual Fund Distributors.

  • Certificate Awarded: Internship Certificate provided upon successful completion.