This course is approved by the FPI for 3 CPD. FPI24079802
 
Welcome to our comprehensive course on Dividend Investing! Throughout this course, you’ll gain a deep understanding of dividends—the lifeblood of income-oriented investors. Here are the key outcomes you can expect:
 
Understanding Dividends:
Learn what dividends are and why they matter in the investment world.
Explore the historical context of dividends and their role in shareholder wealth.
Types of Dividends:
Dive into the different types of dividends:
Cash Dividends: The most common form, where companies distribute cash directly to shareholders.
Stock Dividends: When companies issue additional shares to existing shareholders.
Property Dividends: Rare but intriguing—dividends in the form of assets or property.
Key Dates in Dividend Investing:
Understand the critical dates:
Declaration Date: When the company announces the upcoming dividend.
Ex-Dividend Date: The date after which new buyers won’t receive the next dividend.
Record Date: The date when shareholders must be on the books to receive the dividend.
Payment Date: When the actual dividend is paid out.
Payment Frequencies:
Explore the various dividend payment schedules:
Quarterly Dividends: Common among many companies.
Semi-Annual Dividends: Less frequent but still significant.
Annual Dividends: A once-a-year affair.
Strategies for Maximizing Returns:
Uncover techniques for investing in dividend-paying stocks:
Dividend Aristocrats: Companies with a consistent history of increasing dividends.
Yield vs. Growth: Balancing high yield with sustainable growth.
Sector Considerations: Which industries tend to be dividend-friendly?
Dividend Reinvestment Plans (DRIPs):
Learn about DRIPs and how they allow you to reinvest dividends automatically.
Understand the benefits of compounding through reinvestment.
Dividends and Contracts for Difference (CFDs):
Explore how dividends work within the context of CFDs.
Consider the implications for short-term traders and long-term investors.
Portfolio Optimization for Income and Growth:
Discover how dividends fit into your overall investment strategy.
Learn to balance income needs with capital appreciation goals.
By the end of this course, you’ll be well-versed in dividend investing, equipped to make informed decisions, and ready to optimize your portfolio. Let’s embark on this rewarding journey together!