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Comprised of four parts – two foundation courses, an advanced course and a specialist-level course – and covering everything from the first steps in raising finance on the capital markets to an in-depth look at topics like securitisation, this is an integral diploma for any professionals in the primary markets.
Diploma Outcomes
By completing this diploma you will be able to:
- Identify the key stakeholders in the primary markets and key concepts of corporate finance.
- Identify the different methods of underwriting, origination and syndication in the primary markets.
- Understand the key financing characteristics of debt and equity from a primary market perspective, including pricing decisions and launch requirements.
- Assess current liability management techniques, their applicability and outcomes.
- Identify and discuss events of default, debt ranking and covenants.
How do I get a Diploma?
The Dubai Programme: Diploma in Debt Capital Markets has been designed to deliver the technical skills needed by capital market professionals to excel in their jobs and to advance their employment opportunities.
The programme is certified by ICMA - the trade body at the heart of the debt capital markets and the standard setter for many areas of market practice including primary market issuance, secondary market trading, repo and collateral and sustainable finance.
The programme is made up of four courses which run consecutively over six months (Jan-June 2025). To achieve the diploma you will need to complete the following:
- Two foundation courses – starting with the Financial Market Foundation Qualification to learn about the different asset classes used in the financial and capital markets, participants will then take the Introduction to Primary Market Qualification to learn more about the fundamentals of corporate finance and issuing securities in the capital markets
- One advanced course – next is our flagship course for debt capital markets, the Primary Market Certificate which examines the entire life cycle of bond issuance, from considering the financing choices through to the closing of transactions in the marketplace
- One specialist level course – finally participants will take the unassessed Introduction to Digital Assets & Securities to learn more about the future of the security markets
Pricing
To promote professional development opportunities in the region, ICMA and the UAE Financial Markets Association are excited to offer a special discounted price on this programme of EUR 7,000 per person.
Who should attend?
The diploma is designed for those working in the origination, syndication and transaction management areas of investment banks or securities houses and for those who roles include raising funds in the international capital markets.
Programme Recognition
ICMA is an FCA-approved qualifications provider, approved by the Securities & Futures Commission of Hong Kong as provider of Continuous Professional Training (CPT) and a member of the CPD® Certification Service
This course is certified by ICMA, the UAE Financial Markets Association and the ICMA Centre, Henley Business School, University of Reading and accredited by CPD® Certification Service
ICMA recommends that up to 120 learning hours can be associated with this programme to successfully complete the learning outcomes
Please ask ICMA Education for more details on the CPD details of your diploma on education@icmagroup.org.
The Diploma in Debt Capital Market can be achieved by completing one/two Foundation, one Advanced and one/two Specialist courses:
Please ask about other eligible courses by contacting education@icmagroup.org.
Foundation
- Financial Markets Foundation Qualification (FMFQ) This course is intended to provide ‘breadth of knowledge’ to make it relevant to people pursuing careers in the front office, middle office and operations areas. The syllabus content places an even emphasis on introducing and explaining the key concepts of each subject area to develop candidates’ practical knowledge and skill sets
- Introduction to Primary Markets Qualification (IPMQ) This qualification offers participants a broad overview of international finance, from the different entities requiring finance, to the roles of the banks and securities markets in providing it. The IPMQ is an entry-level qualification requiring a basic understanding of debt and equity, it is also a valuable basis for the ICMA Primary Market Certificate (PMC).
Advanced
- Primary Market Certificate (PMC) The course examines the entire life cycle of bond issuance, from considering the financing choices through to the closing of transactions in the marketplace. While the training examines the theoretical principles underpinning the markets and the instruments and financing techniques that are available, emphasis is placed on interpreting and using that knowledge in practical case studies. Candidates who gain this qualification will have all the requisite tools to add value to their company’s activities in the primary markets
Specialist:
- Introduction to Digital Assets & Securities An introductory level programme intended for anyone seeking a foundation in digital assets. The syllabus offers an overview of digital assets (including Bitcoin and Ethereum), distributed ledger technology as well as the key underpinnings of blockchain technology. In addition, the programme offers candidates an understanding of the regulatory space as well as important cash-leg tokens such as CBDCs and stablecoin
