Research & Education (R&E) Department
We aim to educate and empower members with financial knowledge for both personal investing and professional financial services. Through structured and engaging content, we provide weekly learning resources tailored to different experience levels, ensuring that all members can build a strong foundation and advance their investment expertise.
From beginner skills to advanced fund training, our pathways blend theory, application, and real-world exposure.
1. Invest Academy (Beginner-Friendly)
Designed for those new to investing, Invest Academy offers a structured introduction to essential financial concepts. Members will gain foundational knowledge through accessible content, covering topics such as:
- Personal finance & budgeting
- Basics of stock markets and asset classes
- Market trends and economic indicators
- Macroeconomic understanding
2 Types of Weekly Sessions
- Invest Skills Sessions – focus on critical thinking and applying knowledge to real-world concepts.
- Industry Professionals Sharing – understand Singapore’s financial landscape and network with finance professionals (roles, skills in demand, hiring tips).
2. Nanyang Student Investment Fund (NSIF) (Advanced & Exclusive)
For members seeking a deeper dive into investment strategies, NSIF provides a premier learning experience through advanced workshops and hands-on applications. It moves at an intensive pace and prepares students for case competitions.
- Stock pitching techniques
- Financial modeling and valuation methods
- Portfolio management strategies
- Risk assessment and quantitative investing
Semester Flow
- First Semester — Build a full DCF model on a company with real-life assumptions and sensitivities.
- Second Semester — Explore broader topics (e.g., valuation techniques, sales & trading).
- End of Semester — stock pitch + modeling assessment.
By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, the R&E Department equips IIC members with the skills necessary to navigate financial markets confidently—whether for personal investments or a future career in finance.
Key Events
Goldman Sachs Company Visit
Connect with professionals and gather first-hand insights into markets, roles, and culture.
CITADEL Singapore Networking Night 2025
Gain exposure to quantitative investing and understand skills valued by top firms.
Alumni Sharing 2025: Wee Kuang
Sales & Trading perspectives to explore pathways beyond investment management.