7-Hour Program

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Overview

Why you should attend

This course provides an introduction to the basics of ERISA fiduciary law using a case-study vehicle. At this year’s program, you will learn about the principal issues in ERISA’s regulation of plan investments through a case study of a hypothetical plan asset hedge fund exploring entry in the plan marketplace and a plan investor considering such an alternative investment. The program also will utilize a hypothetical fiduciary training session to provide an introduction to the core ERISA fiduciary issues applicable to defined contribution plans. The final session on ethical considerations relating to ERISA plans adopts a similar interactive approach.

What you will learn

  • ERISA Basics: Terminology; Structure of ERISA and the Code; Fiduciary Standards; ProhibitedTransactions and the Exemption Process; ERISA Liability
  • ERISA Landscape Fundamentals for Financial Institutions and Advisors
  • Financial Products and Prohibited Transaction Exemptions - Considerations and Sample Transactional Analysis
  • Through a mock fiduciary training session, the ERISA fundamentals applicable to 401(k) and other defined contribution plans
  • Checklist of ERISA Considerations in Making an Investment in Alternative Investments
  • Ethical Considerations for the ERISA Practitioner
Special Features
  • One full hour of Ethics!

Who should attend

Practitioners in the field (or who are considering entering the field) seeking a solid foundation in ERISA fiduciary investment rules, and to build on their level of expertise in the area, and to solidify their understanding of the regulatory framework.

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