NISM's Investment Advisor – Level 1 | Examination Workbook X-A | Workbook Version – November 2020 | An Educational Initiative of SEBI  (Paperback, NISM (An Educational Initiative of SEBI))

This book aims to create a common minimum knowledge benchmark for all associated persons registered as an investment adviser and partners and representatives of investment advisers under SEBI (Investment Advisers) Regulations, 2013 and offering investment advisory services. This book covers all important topics to enhance the quality of investment advisory and related services in the financial services industry. It covers topics related to the following: (1) Basics of investment advisory (2) Steps in the advisory process (3) Making and implementation of financial plan (4) Evaluation of different products This book teaches financial planning as an approach to investing, insurance, retirement planning and an aid for advisers to develop long-term relationships with their clients. This book also discusses the concept of Income tax, legalities of Estate planning in personal finance, and regulatory aspects underlying advisory. The Present Publication is the November 2020 workbook version, published exclusively by Taxmann for NISM Certification Examination X-A | Investment Adviser (Level 1), with the following contents: (1) Introduction to Indian Financial Markets (2) Securities Market Segments (3) Mutual Funds (4) Investment Products (5) Measuring Investment Returns (6) Concept of Financial Planning (7) Asset Allocation and Investment Strategies (8) Insurance Planning (9) Retirement Planning (10) Tax and Estate Planning (11) Regulatory Environment and Ethical Issues