The goal of this course is to give you the knowledge, structure and Web-based resources you need to lead the life of a confident investor.

The world of investing is a very unfriendly place to the uninformed investor. Relying on third parties for investing advice without question leaves you open to all manner of fraud and deception. Too many individuals today view their investments with fear, helplessness and/or the a nagging feeling that their portfolios are not living up to their potential.

Graduates of the Confident Investing course will view the world of investing in an entirely different way. After completing this course you will never again need to rely solely on the advice of third parties who may not have your best interests at heart. You will be able to make investing decisions on your own with confidence. Or, if you prefer to continue to work with an advisor you will know the right questions to ask. As a course graduate you will have the power to take back control of your portfolio and maximize its potential. Click here to view the Course Summary that expands on this subject.

The information presented below describes the contents and benefits of the "Confident Investing in 30 Days" course. At the bottom of this page we show you the tangible reward you will receive for graduating, or click here  to view it now.

Course Content and Benefits of Completion

In the "Confident Investing in 30 Days" course you will learn the following:

• The basic principles of investing presented in a clear and concise format. You will build a foundation of knowledge that is critical for all of your current and future investing activities.
  
  
• How to create investing goals that you really want to achieve in life. You will learn how to set goals that get you excited and then transform each goal into an action plan and a detailed portfolio. The course provides a step-by-step process, online calculators and worksheets that guide you through the process.
  
  
• How to find investment ideas for your portfolio. You will be shown a multitude of resources for finding investment ideas. You will learn how to utilize third party advice, Web sites, newsletters and other sources to get investment candidates that meet the requirements of your Investing Plan. These ideas will be candidates for further evaluation.
  
  
• How to evaluate investment candidates. You are provided with detailed "due diligence" checklists for stocks and funds along with Web site links that provide the data you need to make informed decisions. You will never again need to trust third party advice when considering an investment.
  
  
• How to monitor and take control of your portfolio. You will be linked to amazing online portfolio tools that enable you to easily and efficiently track the performance of your investments. You will be shown how to set up an "alerts" system that automatically emails you when your portfolio or any investment needs attention. You will also learn how to completely analyze your portfolio to ensure that it is in-line with your risk tolerance and your goals. In general terms, you will be shown how to regain control of your portfolio.
  
  
• How to set up a plan for trading individual stocks. Most individuals have no problem buying stocks but have tremendous difficulty selling them, a requirement for making money. The course will show you how to set up a plan for each of your stock trades that automatically gives you buy and sell signals, taking emotions out of the equation and allowing you to take profits and cut losses.
  
  
• How to work effectively with a broker and/or financial advisor. The course will show you how to identify, evaluate and select an "investing support team". Some of you will be happy working by yourself. Others will be more comfortable working with a broker or advisor. The course provides checklists and questionnaires for finding the best human resources for your team. You will also learn what to do if something goes wrong.
  
  
• How to find and use the most effective resources on the Web. In each area of your investing activities you will be shown amazing Web resources that enable you to put your knowledge into practice.  The course's extensive Web Resource Center contains dozens of links to sites that are among the most effective on the Web. Almost all are free of charge.
  
  

It is impossible to list all of the benefits of completing this course. Browse the course Table of Contents presented below to get a better idea of the width and breadth of the material presented.

Table of Contents Link

Click here to view the Table of Contents for the NAOI Individual Investor Certification Course. Return to this page by clicking the "Confident Investing in 30 Days" item on the submenu at the top of the page.

Which Course is Right For You?

The NAOI currently offers two study courses. The Certification Course is the most comprehensive. Individuals who want to achieve many of the same benefits but who do not need the level of detail presented in the Certification course will want to consider the "Confident Investing in 30 Days" course. 

Click the "Choosing" submenu item for a side-by-side comparison of the two courses.

Your Reward

Note that the diploma will be sent to you free of charge upon
completion of the study course. The frame can be ordered separately.