The A to Z of Equity (ECM) and Debt (DCM) Capital Markets

The Equity (ECM) and Debt (DCM) Capital Markets Training Course provides a comprehensive exploration of the full spectrum of global capital markets, enabling professionals to develop a strong understanding of how organisations raise finance and how markets function. Capital markets play a vital role in connecting issuers with investors, and this course offers participants the knowledge required to navigate the mechanisms, instruments, and decision-making processes that shape both equity and debt financing.

The training introduces participants to the major concepts, models, and market structures that influence financial activity. Learners gain insight into how companies choose between debt, equity, and internal financing, and how these decisions impact corporate performance and long-term strategic outcomes. The course also explains essential concepts such as portfolio theory, market efficiency, CAPM, and WACC, offering participants a clear understanding of how pricing, valuation, and investment decisions are formed within capital markets.

Throughout the Equity (ECM) and Debt (DCM) Capital Markets Course, participants explore primary and secondary markets, understand the characteristics of various capital market instruments, and examine the underlying principles guiding issuances of equity and bonds. The training further highlights the importance of underwriting, syndication, and distribution mechanisms, offering practical insight into how financial products reach investors. By the end of the course, professionals will be better equipped to understand capital structures, evaluate financing options, and support organisational financial decision-making in today’s evolving market landscape.

By completing this Equity (ECM) and Debt (DCM) Capital Markets Training Course, participants will gain a strong foundation in the mechanisms and decision-making processes that govern capital markets. The course strengthens understanding of how organisations raise funds, how investors assess opportunities, and how risk and return shape financial behaviour. Participants will also develop practical awareness of underwriting, syndication, and market structures that influence both equity and debt issuance.

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Identify key users and providers of finance in the primary markets
• Understand the key attributes of debt and equity from a primary market perspective
• Interpret corporate finance concepts such as CAPM and WACC
• Examine the financing characteristics of term loans, bond markets, and equity markets
• Apply concepts of modern portfolio theory and investor behaviour
• Understand methods of underwriting and syndication in the primary markets

This Equity (ECM) and Debt (DCM) Capital Markets Course is designed for professionals seeking to broaden their understanding of capital markets and financial instruments. It is suitable for individuals working in operational, regulatory, legal, compliance, IT, middle office, and HR functions, as well as anyone engaged in financial controls or strategic financial responsibilities. The course benefits professionals from both public and private sectors who wish to strengthen their financial acumen and support organisational financing decisions.

This training course will greatly benefit:

• Current and potential managers and business leaders
• Professionals responsible for financial operations and strategy
• Team leaders in public or private sector organisations
• Staff involved in financial controls
• Non-finance managers with financial responsibilities

The Equity (ECM) and Debt (DCM) Capital Markets Training Course delivers learning through a blend of highly interactive presentations, group activities, and case-based exploration. Participants engage with real-world examples that illustrate market mechanisms, financing structures, and regulatory requirements. Video documentaries and guided discussions further strengthen understanding, ensuring that key concepts are clearly explained and practically reinforced.

• Interactive presentations
• Group activities and discussions
• Real-world case studies
• Video documentaries
• Guided financial analysis exercises