CFA Society Sri Lanka is pleased to announce its upcoming full-day training program, “Navigating Financial Markets: A Practical Approach to Money, Foreign Exchange, and Bond Markets with Local Insights,” scheduled for Thursday, 20th February 2024, at Galle Face Hotel, Colombo.
This program is designed to equip corporate executives, finance professionals, treasury professionals, and investment specialists with both foundational and practical knowledge of financial markets. Covering the money market, foreign exchange (FX) market, and bond market, the program provides valuable insights into market structures, instruments, pricing, risk management, and trading strategies. Whether participants have prior exposure to financial markets or are seeking an introduction, this program will enhance their ability to navigate today’s complex financial landscape with confidence.
The training will cover key aspects such as FX trading, including SPOT, FORWARD, and SWAP transactions, bond pricing and valuation techniques, primary and secondary market operations, and money market instruments.
Individuals attending will benefit by enhancing their expertise in these areas, enabling better financial decision-making and risk management. Organizations, in turn, will gain by strengthening their treasury and FX risk management strategies, improving investment decisions, and upskilling their finance teams with knowledge that is directly applicable to real-world financial challenges.
The program will be facilitated by Yasantha Jayasinghe, CFA, Former Head of Forex & Fixed Income Trading at Standard Chartered Bank, Sri Lanka. With extensive experience in financial markets, he will provide participants with real-world insights and practical applications to enhance their skills in valuation, trading, and financial market operations.
A spokesperson from CFA Society Sri Lanka highlighted the significance of this program, stating: “In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, professionals must have a strong understanding of financial markets and risk management. This program offers a unique opportunity for individuals and organizations to refine their financial acumen under the guidance of an industry expert. It aligns with our mission to elevate financial expertise in Sri Lanka and empower professionals with globally relevant skills.”
Seats for this exclusive program are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration closes on 18th February 2025. More details, including the full course outline, can be found at https://cfasocietysrilanka.org/navigating-financial-markets-a-practical-approach-to-money-foreign-exchange-and-bond-markets-with-local-insights/
CFA Society Sri Lanka remains committed to advancing professional excellence in investment management and financial expertise. Through industry-leading events, learning programs, and networking opportunities, the society continues to foster knowledge-sharing and best practices within Sri Lanka’s financial community.
