LPU - Lovely Professional University
What you'll learn

"Description:  This course is designed to: 1.Provides essential knowledge and practical skills for successful investing. 2. Covers key concepts in analysis, strategy, risk management, and behavioral finance. 3. Empowers individuals to navigate the stock market confidently. Learning Outcome: 1)Fundamental Knowledge: Understand the basic principles of stock market investing and trading, including key terminology and concepts. 2)Market Analysis Skills: Develop the ability to analyze market trends and economic indicators to make informed investment decisions. 3)Portfolio Management: Gain skills in creating and managing a diversified investment portfolio to mitigate risk and enhance returns. 4)Emotional Discipline: Cultivate the psychological discipline required to navigate market volatility and make rational decisions.

  • Overview of Financial Markets Key Terminology and Concepts Types of Securities (stocks, bonds, ETFs) Market Participants: Retail vs. Institutional Investors How Stock Exchanges Operate
  • Fundamental Analysis: Financial Statements Key Ratios: P/E, ROE, etc. Understanding Earnings Reports Technical Analysis: Chart Patterns Using Technical Indicators (moving averages, RSI)
  • Value Investing vs. Growth Investing Dividend Investing Basics Momentum Trading Techniques Swing Trading Strategies Crafting a Personal Investment Strategy
  • Identifying Different Types of Risk Position Sizing and Stop-Loss Orders Importance of Diversification Asset Allocation Strategies Building and Managing a Balanced Portfolio
  • The Psychology of Investing Common Behavioral Biases Strategies to Overcome Emotional Biases Cultivating Discipline in Trading Building a Long-Term Investment Mindset
  • Setting Up Trading Accounts and Platforms Executing Trades: Best Practices Trading Simulations and Case Studies Understanding Current Market Trends Exploring the Future of Investing: Technology and Algo trading

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Prakash Kesarawani
Assistant Professor

Prakash Kesarwani is a seasoned aptitude and logical reasoning trainer with over 5 years of teaching and industry experience, specializing in quantitative ability, reasoning, and analytical problem-solving. He holds an M.Tech degree from National Institute of Technology Delhi, where he developed a strong foundation in mathematics, logical structures, and engineering-level analytical thinking. Prakash has trained and mentored 10,000+ students across India, including aspirants of government competitive exams and job-ready candidates for placement aptitude assessments. With a proven track record of impacting learning outcomes at scale, he has personally coached more than 100+ live batches and empowered learners with smart calculation shortcuts, advanced reasoning frameworks, and exam-oriented accuracy techniques.