Structured Finance Program

Introduction

 Welcome to the Structured Finance Program, a comprehensive training course designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of structured finance concepts, strategies, and applications. In today's complex financial landscape, structured finance plays a pivotal role in optimizing capital structures, managing risk, and creating innovative financial solutions. This program aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the intricacies of structured finance and make informed decisions in a dynamic financial environment.

Objectives

• Gain a foundational understanding of structured finance: Explore the fundamental principles and concepts that underpin structured finance, including securitization, credit enhancement, and the creation of structured products.

• Master key structured finance instruments: Dive into the various financial instruments used in structured finance, such as collateralized debt obligations (CDOs), asset-backed securities (ABS), and mortgage-backed securities (MBS). Understand their structures, risks, and applications.

• Analyze risk and return in structured finance: Develop skills in assessing and managing risk within structured finance transactions. Explore methodologies for evaluating the risk-return profile of different structured products.

• Understand regulatory and legal considerations: Examine the regulatory framework governing structured finance and the legal aspects associated with different structured products. Stay informed about compliance requirements and industry best practices.

• Apply structured finance in real-world scenarios: Gain practical insights by examining case studies and real-world examples of structured finance applications. Develop the ability to structure deals and create financial solutions tailored to specific business needs.

Course Outlines

 Day 1

Introduction to Structured Finance

• Overview of structured finance and its role in modern finance
• Historical context and evolution of structured finance
• Key players in the structured finance market

Day 2

Structured Finance Instruments

• Collateralized debt obligations (CDOs)
• Asset-backed securities (ABS)
• Mortgage-backed securities (MBS)
• Credit derivatives and synthetic structures

Day 3

Risk and Return Analysis in Structured Finance

• Risk assessment methodologies
• Evaluating credit risk and market risk
• Understanding the role of rating agencies
• Risk mitigation strategies

Day 4

Regulatory and Legal Considerations

• Regulatory framework for structured finance
• Legal aspects and documentation in structured transactions
• Compliance requirements and industry guidelines

Day 5

Application of Structured Finance

• Case studies and real-world examples
• Structuring deals for different asset classes
• Creating innovative financial solutions
• Future trends in structured finance