Investments, Analysis &

Risk Mastery for Executives

Batch – 1
July 16-17, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM | Adani University Campus, Ahmedabad

Adani University – Centre For Continuing Education

Adani University is a research-intensive educational institution set up with the objective to empower by focusing on real-world problems and contribute to global sustainability. With its futuristic & inspirational thought leadership from Adani Group, we aim at trans-disciplinary excellence.

AU-CCE (including Executive Education) is poised to enable, empower, and enhance your learning appropriate to your profession. The Centre offers a wide spectrum of programs, that are specifically designed for practicing managers, at various points in their careers, helping them to up-skill and progress, and be the leader that their organization, needs them to be. These programs are designed and delivered by a rich pool of distinguished faculty, industry experts and highly experienced practitioners, to meet various learning requirements of practicing managers.

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  • Certificate Programs​
  • Customized Programs​

About the Program

Investments, Analysis & Risk Mastery for Executives is a 2-day MDP for 20-30 mid-level executives, corporate finance teams, and faculty in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It equips participants with foundational finance knowledge—covering Time Value of Money (TVM), investment avenues (FDs, MFs, stocks), fundamental analysis, CAPM, portfolio theory, and statistical tools like normal distribution, confidence intervals, and VaR.

Through 40% lectures, 40% Excel/case studies, and 20% discussions (18-20 contact hours), attendees gain hands-on skills for short/long-term strategies, portfolio decisions, and teaching. Key sessions include NPV/IRR demos, beta calculations, and integrated case studies. No prerequisites beyond basic math; includes quizzes, group exercises, and certification.

Learning Modules

Investment Foundations

  • Basics of finance, risk-return trade-offs, and Time Value of Money (compounding, discounting, NPV, IRR)
  • Short-term options (FDs, RDs, liquid funds) vs. long-term choices (equity, mutual funds, stocks)
  • Practical comparisons using Excel for SIP vs. lump sum returns

Analysis Techniques

  • Fundamental analysis: Economy, industry, company ratios (PE, ROE) for smart decisions
  • CAPM for expected returns and beta calculations
  • Portfolio building: Risk-return balance and diversification basics

Risk & Statistical Tools

  • Key stats: Mean, variance, correlation, and normal distribution for returns
  • Confidence intervals and hypothesis testing for strategy validation
  • Value at Risk (VaR) intro and real-world applications

Integration & Application

  • Hands-on cases: Build portfolios with investments, analysis, and stats via Excel
  • Behavioral insights and emerging trends like ESG factors
  • Action planning: Personal strategies for executive portfolio decisions

Faculty

Prof. Krishna Murthy

Professor, Faculty of Management Sciences, Adani University

Dr. Krishna Murthy, a seasoned management academic and finance expert based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, leads this MDP. With extensive experience in project finance, investment analysis, stock market forecasting, and academic research, he specializes in financial modeling, CAPM, portfolio theory, and statistical risk tools like VaR. Dr. Murthy has designed courses, led executive programs, and published on AI applications in business and infrastructure. His practical Excel demos and case-based teaching empower executives with actionable insights.

Mid-level Executives
Corporate Finance Teams
Academic Faculty
Techno-commercial Professionals
Sales & Marketing Leaders
  • Lectures and Presentations
  • Case studies
  • Excel Demonstrations
  • Quizzes and Assessments
  • Group Exercises
  • Integrated Portfolio Building
Date July 16-17, 2026
Day Thursday and Friday
Duration 2 Days (10:00 AM to 06:00 PM)
Mode Offline
Venue Adani University Campus, Adani Shantigram – 382421

Investment

Rs. 5,000/ – per participant plus taxes. The fees include training charges, program fee, digital handouts, lunch and refreshments, and Certificate of participation from Adani University.

Special 10% discount for the Adani Group Participant, and a concession of 20% in case of nominating more than 3 participants from same organization.