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| Topic 1 | - Introduction to the Mutual Funds Marketplace: This domain covers the structure of Canada's mutual fund industry, including key participants like manufacturers, distributors, and regulators, along with distribution channels and the regulatory framework governing the industry.
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| Topic 2 | - Evaluating and Selecting Mutual Funds: This domain covers the systematic process of choosing appropriate mutual funds based on client needs, including selection criteria, cost considerations, performance history, and ongoing portfolio monitoring and rebalancing.
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| Topic 3 | - Analysis of Mutual Funds: This domain addresses evaluation tools and techniques for mutual fund performance, including quantitative measures like returns and risk metrics, and qualitative factors like manager experience and investment style.
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| Topic 4 | - Ethics, Compliance, and Mutual Fund Regulation: This domain addresses ethical standards and regulatory requirements for advisors, covering professional conduct, compliance obligations, conflicts of interest, disclosure requirements, and rules established by regulators and self-regulatory organizations.
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| Topic 5 | - Understanding Alternative Managed Products: This domain introduces investment products beyond traditional mutual funds, including ETFs, segregated funds, and hedge funds, examining their features, structures, benefits, risks, and regulatory treatment.
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| Topic 6 | - Understanding Investment Products and Portfolios: This domain explores various investment products including stocks, bonds, and securities, along with portfolio construction principles, asset allocation strategies, and how different products work together to meet client objectives.
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