Course Overview

The course on Strategic Pension Management is designed to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to excel in the field of pension administration. In today's complex financial landscape, effective management of pension plans is essential for ensuring retirement security and financial stability for individuals and organizations. This course will delve into the best practices, regulatory framework, investment strategies, and technological advancements in pension administration to enable participants to make informed decisions and optimize retirement solutions for beneficiaries.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Pension Management

• Understanding pension plans and their significance
• Historical perspective and evolution of pension systems
• Role of pension administrators and stakeholders

Module 2: Pension Regulatory Landscape

• Overview of pension regulations and compliance
• Government policies and their impact on pension management
• Pension industry governance and oversight

Module 3: Retirement Planning and Risk Management

• Assessing retirement needs and challenges
• Investment risk and diversification strategies
• Techniques for managing longevity risk

Module 4: Investment Strategies for Pension Funds

• Asset allocation principles for pension portfolios
• Evaluating different investment vehicles
• Sustainable and socially responsible investing in pension funds

Module 5: Pension Fund Performance Evaluation

• Performance metrics and benchmarking
• Evaluating investment managers and strategies
• Using data analytics to enhance performance

Module 6: Pension Communication and Member Engagement

• Effective communication strategies for pension beneficiaries
• Promoting financial literacy and retirement planning awareness
• Member engagement and feedback mechanisms

Module 7: Pension Fund Governance and Ethics

• Ethical considerations in pension administration
• Best practices in pension fund governance
• Addressing conflicts of interest and fiduciary responsibilities

Final Project:

Participants will work on a practical project that involves designing a comprehensive pension management strategy for a fictional organization or analyzing and optimizing an existing pension plan. The project will allow participants to apply the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course to real-world scenarios.

Assessment:

Assessment methods may include quizzes, assignments, group discussions, case studies, and the final project. Participants will be evaluated on their understanding of the course material and their ability to apply it to practical situations in pension administration.

Course Fee

₦165,000

Date & Location

• Date: 8th Oct - 10th Oct, 2024
• Location: Lagos
• Virtual Learning: Available