Module 7: Mutual Funds & Collective Investment Schemes
A comprehensive module covering SEBI Mutual Fund Regulations, Alternative Investment Funds framework, and Collective Investment Schemes. Master the regulatory architecture governing pooled investment vehicles in India.
Five Comprehensive Parts
Each part builds expertise in specific aspects of mutual funds and collective investment regulation in India.
Mutual Fund Regulations 1996
Understand the foundational SEBI MF Regulations including registration requirements, sponsor eligibility, trustee duties, and AMC compliance framework.
Scheme Categories & Operations
Master the classification of mutual fund schemes including equity, debt, hybrid, and fund of funds. Learn about scheme information documents and operational requirements.
AMC Governance
Explore investment restrictions, expense ratio regulations, investor protection rights, distributor compliance, and exit load framework governing AMCs.
AIF Regulations 2012
Comprehensive coverage of Alternative Investment Fund categories - Category I (VCF, SME, Social), Category II (PE, Debt), and Category III (Hedge Funds).
Collective Investment Schemes
Learn the CIS definition, SEBI CIS Regulations 1999, issues with unregistered schemes, and landmark cases including Sahara and PACL/Pearls.
Module Assessment Quiz
Test your understanding with 50 comprehensive questions covering all five parts. Detailed explanations provided for each answer.
What You Will Master
Upon completing this module, you will have developed competencies essential for securities law practice in the mutual fund space.
Navigate SEBI MF Regulations 1996 including registration, sponsor requirements, and trustee obligations
Classify and analyze different mutual fund scheme categories and their regulatory requirements
Advise AMCs on governance requirements including investment restrictions and expense ratios
Structure and register Alternative Investment Funds across all three categories
Identify CIS characteristics and apply SEBI CIS Regulations to protect investor interests
Analyze landmark CIS cases and apply lessons to prevent illegal pooling schemes
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Start with Part 1 and build your expertise step by step. Each part includes detailed explanations, practical examples, regulatory analysis, and assessment quizzes.