Fixed Income For Beginners

Master Bonds & Debt Markets

What you'll learn

Understand what fixed income securities are and how they differ from stocks.

Identify various types of bonds and their unique features and risks.

Learn how interest rates, coupons, and maturity affect bond pricing.

Evaluate bond yields, including yield to maturity and yield to worst.

Gain insights into government, corporate, municipal, and high-yield bonds.

Master key bond terms like face value, coupon rate, and accrued interest.

Learn how to analyze bond risk, credit ratings, and interest rate impact.

Understand bond valuation using time value of money and present value.

Requirements

There are no prerequisites for taking this course. It is designed for complete beginners with no prior knowledge of finance or investing. All concepts are explained in simple terms with real-world examples.

Description

Are you curious about how bonds work or why fixed income plays a critical role in investment portfolios? Whether you're a complete beginner or someone looking to strengthen your understanding of debt markets, this course is designed to simplify the complex world of fixed income and make it accessible to everyone.In Fixed Income for Beginners: Master Bonds & Debt Markets, you’ll gain a solid foundation in fixed income investing through real-world examples, easy-to-follow explanations, and practical insights. We’ll break down key concepts such as what fixed income means, the different types of bonds, how interest rates affect bond prices, and how to evaluate returns using metrics like yield to maturity.You’ll explore government, municipal, corporate, high-yield, and inflation-protected bonds—understanding their purpose, risks, and benefits. You'll also get familiar with essential bond terminology, including principal, coupon, maturity, credit ratings, and more.This course is perfect for students, aspiring investors, finance professionals, and anyone planning for long-term financial stability. No prior experience in finance is required—just your curiosity and willingness to learn.By the end of this course, you'll feel more confident reading bond market news, making informed investment decisions, or simply having intelligent conversations about fixed income with peers and professionals.Enroll today and take the first step toward mastering one of the most essential pillars of the financial world.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 What is Fixed Income?

Lecture 3 Types of Fixed Income Securities

Lecture 4 Why Fixed Income Matters

Lecture 5 Key Features: Principal, Coupon, and Maturity

Section 2: Types of Bonds

Lecture 6 Government Bonds

Lecture 7 Treasury Bonds vs Treasury Bills

Lecture 8 Municipal Bonds

Lecture 9 Corporate Bonds

Lecture 10 High-Yield (Junk) Bonds

Lecture 11 Convertible Bonds

Lecture 12 Zero-Coupon Bonds

Lecture 13 Inflation-Protected Bonds (TIPS)

Section 3: Bond Features and Terminology

Lecture 14 Face Value & Par Value

Lecture 15 Maturity Date

Lecture 16 Coupon Rate & Yield

Lecture 17 Call and Put Provisions

Lecture 18 Accrued Interest

Lecture 19 Clean vs Dirty Price

Lecture 20 Amortization and Sinking Fund

Lecture 21 Bond Indentures and Covenants

Section 4: Bond Valuation & Pricing

Lecture 22 Time Value of Money Refresher

Lecture 23 Present Value of Bond Payments

Lecture 24 Price vs Yield Relationship

Lecture 25 Yield to Maturity (YTM) Explained

Lecture 26 Yield to Call & Yield to Worst

Lecture 27 Duration and Modified Duration

Lecture 28 Convexity

Lecture 29 Bond Pricing Example Walkthrough

Lecture 30 Market Price vs Intrinsic Value

Section 5: Understanding Risks in Fixed Income

Lecture 31 Interest Rate Risk

Lecture 32 Credit Risk and Ratings

Lecture 33 Inflation Risk

Lecture 34 Reinvestment Risk

Lecture 35 Call and Prepayment Risk

Lecture 36 Liquidity Risk

Lecture 37 Sovereign and Currency Risk

Lecture 38 Risk Mitigation Techniques

Section 6: Fixed Income Markets and Participants

Lecture 39 Primary vs Secondary Bond Markets

Lecture 40 Role of Investment Banks

Lecture 41 Institutional vs Retail Investors

Lecture 42 OTC vs Exchange-Traded Bonds

Lecture 43 Regulatory Bodies and Framework

Lecture 44 Credit Rating Agencies

Lecture 45 Role of Central Banks

Section 7: Real-World Applications and Case Studies

Lecture 46 How Governments Use Bonds

Lecture 47 Corporate Bond Issuance: A Case Study

Lecture 48 Investing in Bonds via ETFs

Lecture 49 Analyzing Bond Fund Performance

Lecture 50 How Interest Rates Impact Bond Prices

Lecture 51 Yield Curve Interpretation

Lecture 52 Inverted Yield Curve Explained

Lecture 53 Fixed Income in Retirement Planning

Section 8: Final Review and Next Steps

Lecture 54 Summary of Key Concepts

Lecture 55 Career Paths in Fixed Income

Lecture 56 How to Start Investing in Bonds

Lecture 57 Top Tools and Resources

Lecture 58 Practice Questions & Review

Lecture 59 Final Quiz

Lecture 60 Thank You and What’s Next

Beginner investors who want to understand how bonds work,Business and finance students seeking practical financial knowledge,Professionals in banking, insurance, or corporate finance exploring fixed income instruments,Aspiring portfolio managers and wealth advisors wanting to expand their knowledge of debt markets,Individuals planning for retirement or seeking stable investment options