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investor relations manager

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Investor relations managers disseminate the investment strategy of the company and monitor the reactions of the investment community towards it. They use marketing, financial, communications, and security law expertise to ensure transparent communication to the larger community. They respond to inquiries from shareholders and investors in relation to the company's financial stability, stocks, or corporate policies.

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Competences
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Optional
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Essential knowledge 13 competences

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corporate social responsibility

The handling or managing of business processes in a responsible and ethical manner considering the economic responsibility towards shareholders as equally important as the responsibility towards environmental and social stakeholders.

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investment analysis

The methods and tools for analysis of an investment compared to its potential return. Identification and calculation of profitability ratio and financial indicators in relation to associated risks to guide decision on investment.

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business communication

The process of effectively communicating within the workplace and to external bodies to achieve organisational goals.

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financial analysis

The process of assessing the financial possibilities, means, and status of an organisation or individual by analysing financial statements and reports in order to make well informed business or financial decisions.

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financial forecasting

The tool used in performing fiscal financial management to identify revenue trends and estimated financial conditions.

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financial management

The field of finance that concerns the practical process analysis and tools for designating financial resources. It encompasses the structure of businesses, the investment sources, and the value increase of corporations due to managerial decision-making.

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financial markets

The financial infrastructure which permits trading securities offered by companies and individuals govern by regulatory financial frameworks.

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financial statements

The set of financial records disclosing the financial position of a company at the end of a set period or of the accounting year. The financial statements consisting of five parts which are the statement of financial position, the statement of comprehensive income, the statement of changes in equity (SOCE), the statement of cash flows and notes.

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funding methods

The financial possibilities for funding projects such as the traditional ones, namely loans, venture capital, public or private grants up to alternative methods such as crowdfunding.

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modern portfolio theory

The theory of finance that attempts to either maximise the profit of an investment equivalent to the risk taken or to reduce the risk for the expected profit of an investment by judiciously choosing the right combination of financial products.

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public relations

The practice of managing all aspects of the image and perception of a company or individual among stakeholders and the society at large.

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securities

The financial instruments traded in financial markets representing both the right of property over the owner and at the same time, the obligation of payment over the issuer. The aim of securities which is raising capital and hedging risk in financial markets.

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stock market

The market in which shares of publicly held companies are issued and traded.

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Essential skills and competences 13 competences

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advise on financial matters

Consult, advise, and propose solutions with regards to financial management such as acquiring new assets, incurring in investments, and tax efficiency methods.

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analyse business plans

Analyse the formal statements from businesses which outline their business goals and the strategies they set in place to meet them, in order to assess the feasibility of the plan and verify the business' ability to meet external requirements such as the repayment of a loan or return of investments.

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analyse financial performance of a company

Analyse the performance of the company in financial matters in order to identify improvement actions that could increase profit, based on accounts, records, financial statements and external information of the market.

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analyse market financial trends

Monitor and forecast the tendencies of a financial market to move in a particular direction over time.

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build business relationships

Establish a positive, long-term relationship between organisations and interested third parties such as suppliers, distributors, shareholders and other stakeholders in order to inform them of the organisation and its objectives.

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create a financial plan

Develop a financial plan according to financial and client regulations, including an investor profile, financial advice, and negotiation and transaction plans.

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enforce financial policies

Read, understand, and enforce the abidance of the financial policies of the company in regards with all the fiscal and accounting proceedings of the organisation.

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ensure information transparency

Ensure that required or requested information is provided clearly and completely, in a manner which does not explicitly withhold information, to the public or requesting parties.

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follow company standards

Lead and manage according to the organisation's code of conduct.

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liaise with managers

Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.

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liaise with shareholders

Communicate and serve as communication point with shareholders in order to provide an overview on their investments, returns, and long-term plans of the company to increase profitability.

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perform public relations

Perform public relations (PR) by managing the spread of information between an individual or an organisation and the public.

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strive for company growth

Develop strategies and plans aiming at achieving a sustained company growth, be the company self-owned or somebody else's. Strive with actions to increase revenues and positive cash flows.

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Optional knowledge 5 competences

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actuarial science

The rules of applying mathematical and statistical techniques to determine potential or existing risks in various industries, such as finance or insurance.

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investment banking

The branch of banking that provides services of capital raising and mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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asset management

The process of increasing total wealth over time through investments that have potential to grow in value.

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business loans

Loans which are intended for business purposes and which can either be secured or unsecured depending on whether a collateral is involved. The different types of business loans such as bank loans, mezzanine finance, asset-based finance, and invoice finance.

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business valuation techniques

The processes to valuate the worth of the assets of the company and the value of the business following techniques such as asset-based approach, business comparison, and past earnings.

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Optional skills and competences 15 competences

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analyse financial risk

Identify and analyse risks that could impact an organisation or individual financially, such as credit and market risks, and propose solutions to cover against those risks.

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develop professional network

Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.

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This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
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develop public relations strategies

Plan, coordinate and implement all the efforts required in a public relations strategy such as defining the targets, preparing communications, contacting partners, and spreading information among stakeholders.

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draft press releases

Collect information and write press releases adjusting the register to the target audience and ensuring that the message is well conveyed.

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integrate shareholders' interests in business plans

Listen to the perspectives, interests, and vision of the owners of the company in order to translate those guidelines into pragmatic business actions and plans.

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interpret financial statements

Read, understand, and interpret the key lines and indicators in financial statements. Extract the most important information from financial statements depending on the needs and integrate this information in the development of the department's plans.

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make strategic business decisions

Analyse business information and consult directors for decision making purposes in a varied array of aspects affecting the prospect, productivity and sustainable operation of a company. Consider the options and alternatives to a challenge and make sound rational decisions based on analysis and experience.

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manage the handling of promotional materials

Plan and prepare the production of promotional materials with third parties by contacting printing companies, agreeing on logistics and delivery, and making sure that deadlines are met.

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monitor stock market

Observe and analyse the stock market and its trends on a daily basis to gather up-to-date information in order to develop investment strategies.

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obtain financial information

Gather information on securities, market conditions, governmental regulations and the financial situation, goals and needs of clients or companies.

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organise press conferences

Organise interviews for a group of journalists in order to make an announcement or answer questions on a specific subject.

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plan health and safety procedures

Set up procedures for maintaining and improving health and safety in the establishment or workplace.

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provide support in financial calculation

Provide colleagues, clients or other parties with financial support for complex files or calculations.

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review investment portfolios

Meet with clients to review or update an investment portfolio and provide financial advice on investments.

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synthesise financial information

Collect, revise and put together financial information coming from different sources or departments in order to create a document with unified financial accounts or plans.

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