Investor Relations Practice Exam

About Investor Relations
Investor relations ensure that a company's publicly traded stock is being fairly traded through the dissemination of key information that allows investors to determine whether a company is a good investment for their needs. IR departments are sub-departments of public relations (PR) departments and work to communicate with investors, shareholders, government organizations, and the overall financial community.

Companies normally start building their IR departments before going public. During this pre-initial public offering (IPO) phase, IR departments can help establish corporate governance, conduct internal financial audits, and start communicating with potential IPO investors.

Why is Investor Relations important?
The Importance of Investor Relations. Investor Relations (IR) combines finance, communication, and marketing to effectively control the flow of information between a public company, its investors, and its stakeholders. Investors play a major and vital role in the success and growth of a company.

Benefits of a Good Investor Relations Team
•    Maintain a loyal shareholder base.
•    Enhance long-term shareholder value.
•    Ensure receptive capital markets for future financing at favourable terms.
•    Lower the cost of capital.
•    Build long-term credibility with the investment community.

Who should take the Investor Relations Exam?
•    Finance or PR professionals
•    Business owners
•    Entrepreneurs
•    Anyone who wants to assess their investor relations skills
•    PR or Finance managers and senior executives
•    Professionals working in outsourced companies responsible for investor relations
•    Any professional with skills and knowledge on investor relations
•    Anyone interested in investor relations
•    Students

Knowledge and Skills required for the Investor Relations

Specific skills are needed to excel in career of investor relations which includes analytical bent of mind and quick learning skills.

Investor Relations Practice Exam Objectives

Investor Relations exam focuses on assessing your skills and knowledge in capital markets and corporate messaging.

Investor Relations Practice Exam Pre-requisite

There are no prerequisites for the Investor Relations exam. Candidates who are well versed  in public relations can easily clear the exam.

Investor Relations Certification Course Outline

1. IR Strategy Formulation
2. IR Planning, Implementation and Measurement
3. Corporate Messaging Development
4. Investor Marketing and Outreach
5. Corporate Financial Reporting and Analysis
6. Business Insight
7. Strategic Counsel and Collaboration
8. Capital Markets and Capital Structure
9. Corporate Regulatory Compliance
10. Corporate Governance

Exam Format and Information
Certification name – Investor Relations Certification
Exam duration – 60 minutes
Exam type - Multiple Choice Questions
Eligibility / pre-requisite - None
Exam language - English
Exam format - Online
Passing score - 25
Exam Fees  - INR 1199