Direct Shares – ASX Online Education

For education on investing in interest rate securities, one of the the best places to begin is with the market operator itself, The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).

moneymechanics. (and Scott Malcolm) through our membership of the Association of Independently Owned Financial Planners (AIOFP) is on the list of premium advisers who can receive referrals from the ASX to assist clients in starting their own direct equity portfolio.

The ASX have created a number of excellent interactive online classes, that have been structured to cover all aspects of the stock market and allow you to progress through all topics at your own pace, or select a particular topic of interest. These classes cover the essentials of investing in the stock market.

Direct Shares – ASX Online Education
For your convenience, and with the kind permission of the ASX, we have listed these online classes below, and have provided the live links to each one. Simply click on the title of interest, and your away. This content was created and is owned by the ASX.

These courses cover the essentials of investing in interest rate securities.

1. Introduction to interest rate securities

Learn about these income producing investments. An essential course to understand the basics.
Estimated time to complete: 20 mins.

2. Income – choosing the right security

Income is the primary reason for investing in an interest rate security. Learn the key concepts of how it is paid.
Estimated time to complete: 20 mins.

3. Repayment and conversion

Interest rate securities may return you cash or convert into shares at the end of their term. Learn how this works.
Estimated time to complete: 20 mins.

4. Corporate bonds/notes

Want to invest in corporate bonds? Learn about their features, benefits and risks.
Estimated time to complete: 20 mins.

5. Hybrids (1) Preference shares

Want to invest in hybrids? Learn about their features benefits and risks.
Estimated time to complete: 20 mins.

6. Hybrids (2) Convertible notes

Learn about the unique risks and benefits that convertible notes offer.
Estimated time to complete: 20 mins.

7. How to buy and sell interest rate securities

A practical course on how to find prices, codes, announcements, distribution information and key terms used by your broker.
Estimated time to complete: 20 mins.