Introduction

Raising capital through an initial public offering is a complex strategic decision that reshapes a company’s structure, governance, and market accountability. Success depends on careful planning, disciplined execution, and a clear understanding of regulatory, financial, and operational requirements. This Complete Course on IPO training course develops the practical knowledge required to support organisations seeking public listing as part of their growth strategy.

The course provides a structured overview of the IPO lifecycle, from early-stage readiness and adviser selection to pricing, underwriting, and post-listing obligations. Participants gain insight into the roles of investment banks, auditors, regulators, and boards, while learning how timing, valuation, and disclosure influence market outcomes and long-term performance.

Key focus areas include:

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of this Complete Course on IPO training course, participants will be able to:

Training Methodology

This Complete Course on IPO training course delivers a practical, application-focused learning experience through expert-led instruction, real-world case analysis, worked examples, and facilitated discussions. Participants explore IPO scenarios from preparation through closing to strengthen understanding and decision-making confidence.

The Complete Course on IPO

Who Should Attend?

This Complete Course on IPO training course is ideal for professionals seeking to:

  • Finance and corporate development managers
  • Strategy and business planning professionals
  • Risk management and governance specialists
  • Internal audit and compliance professionals
  • Senior managers preparing organisations for public listing
  • Professionals supporting IPO transaction teams

Course Outline

Day 1

Overview of Initial Public Offering (IPO)  Process

  • Definition of Initial Public Offering (IPO)
  • What are the reasons for “Going Public’?
  • The Parties Involved
  • Your Company
  • Investment Banks
  • External Auditors
  • Lawyers
  • Investor / Public Relations
  • The Factors to be Needed Before Applying for an Initial Public Offering (IPO)
  • Advantages & Disadvantages of Going Public
  • Skills Required to Work on an Initial Public Offering (IPO)
Day 2

Regulators & Market requirement

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Core Requirements
  • Financial Positions
  • Stability of Business
  • Profit Record
  • Minimum Expected Market Capital
  • Public Float
  • Market and Investor Requirements
  • Accounting Methods
  • Valuation of the Company
  • Governance / Responsibilities of the Board
Day 3

Preparing for the Initial Public Offering (IPO)

  • Procedures to Change to a Public Structure
  • Factors Triggering the Timing of Going Public
  • The Initial Public Offering (IPO)  Team
  • Initial Public Offering (IPO) Costing
  • The Investor Prospective
  • Due Diligence Process
Day 4

Initial Public Offering (IPO) Process

  • Investment Bank Selection
  • Registration the Initial Public Offering (IPO)
  • Regulation Fillings
  • The Underwriting Structure
  • Pricing & Underwriting
  • Methods of Flotation
Day 5

On-going Obligations & Closing for Initial Public Offering (IPO)

  • Road Show
  • PDMRs and Close Periods
  • Disclosure of Price-sensitive Information
  • Disclosure of Dealings and Shareholdings
  • Internal Audit and Risk Management
  • Metrics for Judging a Successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) Process

International Standards & Professional Alignment

Our training courses are aligned with internationally recognised professional standards and frameworks across leadership, strategy, finance, governance, risk, compliance, and audit. By integrating globally trusted models, we ensure learners develop practical, relevant, and industry-recognised capabilities.

Our trainings draw on leading international standards and professional frameworks, including ISO, ISACA, COSO, OECD, IIA, FATF, Basel, IFRS/ISSB, GRI, NIST, CPD, ILM and the OECD AI Principles. This alignment ensures consistency with global best practices across financial management, risk oversight, digital governance, sustainability, and strategic decision-making..

Designed in alignment with globally recognised professional bodies, our courses support continuous professional development, strengthen organisational capability, and provide clear pathways toward professional certifications valued worldwide.

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FAQs

The course focuses on understanding and managing the full IPO lifecycle, from preparation and regulation to pricing and post-listing obligations.

Yes, it addresses regulatory compliance, board responsibilities, disclosure, and ongoing governance obligations.

Yes, the course explains pricing, underwriting structures, and valuation considerations.

Yes, it is designed to be accessible while providing practical insight into IPO processes and decision-making.

Yes, it covers disclosure, internal audit, risk management, and performance evaluation after listing.

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