Master Investment Fundamentals

Build confidence in financial markets through practical education and hands-on experience with real portfolio management scenarios

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How Our Program Works

We've designed this program based on how people actually learn to invest successfully. Instead of throwing theory at you, we start with the basics and build your skills through real examples and practical exercises.

Foundation Phase

Weeks 1-4

Start with market fundamentals, learn how different investments work, and understand basic risk management. We cover stocks, bonds, and funds without overwhelming jargon.

Analysis Phase

Weeks 5-8

Develop skills to evaluate investment opportunities. Learn to read financial statements, understand market trends, and assess company performance using real-world examples.

Strategy Phase

Weeks 9-12

Build personalized investment strategies based on your goals and risk tolerance. Practice with simulated portfolios and learn when to buy, hold, or sell.

Students engaged in investment learning session with financial charts and analysis materials

Learn From Experienced Professionals

Our instructors combine years of market experience with genuine teaching ability. They've worked through different market conditions and know how to explain complex concepts clearly.

Portrait of Siobhan Fitzgerald, Senior Investment Analyst

Siobhan Fitzgerald

Senior Investment Analyst

Siobhan spent fifteen years managing portfolios for institutional clients before transitioning to education. She specializes in helping new investors understand risk assessment and diversification strategies that actually work in practice.

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Roisin Blackwood

Portfolio Strategy Expert

Roisin brings a practical approach to investment education, focusing on building long-term wealth rather than quick gains. Her background includes work with both individual and corporate clients across different market cycles.

Portrait of Caoimhe Thornton, Market Research Specialist

Caoimhe Thornton

Market Research Specialist

Caoimhe excels at teaching fundamental and technical analysis. She helps students develop the skills to evaluate companies and market trends independently, building confidence through hands-on practice with real market data.

Portrait of Niamh Gallagher, Financial Planning Advisor

Niamh Gallagher

Financial Planning Advisor

Niamh focuses on the personal side of investing, helping students align their investment strategies with life goals. Her approach emphasizes sustainable investing habits and realistic expectations for different life stages.

What You'll Actually Learn

Each module builds on the previous one, but we also make sure you can apply what you're learning right away. Here's what we cover in detail:

Market Fundamentals & Investment Types

  • How stock markets actually work and who the key players are
  • Understanding different asset classes and their characteristics
  • Reading market indicators and economic reports
  • The role of exchanges, brokers, and regulatory bodies
  • Common investment vehicles: ETFs, mutual funds, individual stocks

Financial Analysis & Research Methods

  • Reading and interpreting financial statements
  • Key financial ratios and what they really tell you
  • Industry analysis and competitive positioning
  • Using online research tools and databases effectively
  • Spotting red flags and warning signs in company data

Portfolio Construction & Risk Management

  • Building diversified portfolios based on your goals
  • Understanding correlation and how assets move together
  • Position sizing and allocation strategies
  • When and how to rebalance your portfolio
  • Managing emotional decision-making and behavioral biases

Program Highlights

12 weeks of structured learning with weekly assignments
Small class sizes with personalized feedback
Access to professional research tools and databases
Real portfolio simulations with market data
Continuing support community after completion

Next Program Starts

September 2025

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