Leveraged Loan Fundamentals

This course will provide participants with an introduction to the key aspects of Leveraged Loans. The course examines key trading issues in the leveraged loan market, discusses the differences in trading between par/near-par and distressed loans, and covers the fundamental structure of the leveraged loans market versus the bonds market. The course also examines the current market conditions in the leveraged loans market, changes occurring in the market, and the outlook for the market going forward.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, the participants will be able to:

• Describe the purpose and uses of Leveraged Loans in the business world today
• Identify the terminology used in Leveraged Loans
• Discuss the Leveraged Loan market today and historically
• Explain the benefits of leverage loan investments
• Identify key risk issues involved in Leveraged Loans

Suggested Prerequisites: None

Program Level:Foundational

Advance Preparation: None

Computers and Financial Calculators: N/A

Recommended CPE Credits: 7