"New to Credit"
Summer Learning Program
Gain the Summer Advantage with Expert-Led Fixed Income Learning
Broad Topics
Our sessions are bite sized and allow for self-led learning with knowledge checks. With more than 29 sessions we cover a wide range of topics covering IG & HY bonds, loans and private debt.
Learn from Experts
Our analysts, lawyers, and reporters across have an average of 17 years in the markets; tap into this expert knowledge base via our learning program.
Access to Research
Continue learning with access to CreditSights’ platform, events, and webinars for the duration of the summer (including on-demand training videos focused on credit markets and analysis).
Program Structure
Unit 1: Intro to Fixed Income
Learning Modules
- Welcome
- Market Overview
- Terms to Know
- Yields & Spreads
- Components of Return
Live Webinar
Unit 2: Market Structure and Participants
Learning Modules
- How the Markets Work (Buyside and Sellside)
- Credit Market Participants
- Issuers and Sectors
Quarterly and Half-Year Outlook Webinar
Unit 3: Credit Quality and Market Fundamentals
Learning Modules
- Ratings and IG vs. HY
- Fallen Angels & Rising Stars
- IG Market Fundamentals
- HY Market Fundamentals
- Defaults
Unit 4: How to Analyze a Credit
Learning Modules
- Industry Analysis
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Capital Structure
- Relative Value
Unit 5: Market Technicals and New Issues
Learning Modules
- Technical Considerations: Ownership & Demand
- Technical Considerations: Supply, Maturities, and Coupon Cost
- IG New Issue Overview
- HY New Issue Overview
- New Issue from POV of a Journalist
Case Study
Live Webinar
Unit 6: Related Markets Overview
Learning Modules
- Intro to Related Markets
- US Treasuries/Rates
- Leveraged Loans vs. HY Bonds
- China Market
- ETFs
- Emerging Markets
Live Webinar
Who should take this course?
INTERN
Dive into the world of fixed income with our “New to Credit” course, tailored specifically for college interns like you! You’ll gain practical knowledge and skills essential for navigating the corporate credit landscape, setting a solid foundation for your budding career in finance.
Dive into the world of fixed income with our “New to Credit” course, tailored specifically for college interns like you! You’ll gain practical knowledge and skills essential for navigating the corporate credit landscape, setting a solid foundation for your budding career in finance.
SWITCHING CAREERS? Whether you’re shifting gears within finance or embarking on a completely new professional journey, our expertly designed curriculum will arm you with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the nuances of the credit landscape with ease.
JUNIOR ASSOCIATE
Jumpstart your finance career with our streamlined “New to Credit” course, perfect for Junior Associates. This focused program delivers practical skills for immediate application, setting the stage for your success and growth in the competitive world of corporate finance.
Jumpstart your finance career with our streamlined “New to Credit” course, perfect for Junior Associates. This focused program delivers practical skills for immediate application, setting the stage for your success and growth in the competitive world of corporate finance.
Meet your Host
Winnie Cisar is the Global Head of Strategy for CreditSights. With more than 15 years of experience in banking and research, Winnie has emerged as one of the leading voices in corporate credit strategy on Wall Street. She is a regular guest on Bloomberg TV and NPR’s Marketplace; has appeared on CNBC, BNN, and Yahoo Finance; and is regularly quoted in print.
Prior to her current role at CreditSights, Winnie was the Head of Credit Strategy and a Managing Director at Wells Fargo. She also spent time in Energy and Power investment banking, high yield Health Care research, and high yield trading before joining the Wells Fargo Credit Strategy team to build the leveraged finance strategy product. Winnie was selected as one of Charlotte Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 for 2020 and was one of 12 women invited to participate in Bloomberg’s New Voices Program in 2019.
Winnie graduated from Emory College with a B.A. in International Studies and completed her J.D. and M.B.A. at the Emory School of Law and Goizueta Business School. Winnie holds FINRA Series 7, 24, 55, and 63 licenses and is a member of the North Carolina and Illinois Bar Associations.
Register today and advance your skills!
FAQ
What is the cost of the Summer Learning Program?
Our course is free of charge!
How long does the course take to complete?
If you go through all the course content sequentially, we expect the course to take 6-8 hours to complete, depending on your level of familiarity with the course content.
What is the estimated workload each week?
Each week has a about 1-2 hours of suggested modules to complete. There will also be additional live webinars on various weeks during the program.
Who can participate in the Summer Learning Program?
Participants with qualified business or college/university email addresses can participate in the Summer Learning Program.
Is there a limit to how many people can register for the program?
There is no limit to how many people can register for the Summer Learning Program.
If I have a question about the course, who should I ask?
For any questions about the course, please reach out to us at marketing@creditsights.com