28375Demonstrateunderstandingofinvestmentconceptsand.docVIP

Title Demonstrate understanding of investment concepts and the associated regulatory environment Level 5 Credits 5 Purpose People credited with this unit standard are able to: – demonstrate understanding of investment asset classes, financial instruments, and investment services and how they are utilised in developing or implementing investment strategies. – demonstrate understanding of portfolio construction techniques – demonstrate understanding of the concept of investment risk and return and its relevance to developing or implementing investment strategies and – demonstrate knowledge of the legislative and regulatory framework applicable to the investment sector Classification Financial Services Financial Services - Professional Practice Available grade Achieved Explanatory notes 1 References Consumer Guarantees Act 1993; Fair Trading Act 1986; Income Tax Act 2007; KiwiSaver Act 2006; Securities Act 1978; Securities Markets Act 1988; Superannuation Schemes Act 1989; Trustee Act 1956; Trustee Amendment Act 1988; relevant industry codes of practice; and all subsequent amendments and replacements. For detailed information on specific requirements in relation to legislation and regulations refer to the Legislation Matrix available at .nz/resources-for-training-providers. 2 Definition Legislation Matrix – a reference list of legislation, regulations, and codes of practice, including specific sections or areas that candidates need to be familiar with for the purposes of assessment against this unit standard. It is available at: .nz/resources-for-training-providers. 3 Range Assessments requiring application or demonstration of skills and knowledge may be performed using workplace evidence or evidence derived from simulation or scenario based activities. All activities must comply with legislation, regulations, and best practice, including any guidance notes published by the agency responsible for the relevant enactment or code. Outcomes and evidenc