HRDC CLAIMABLE !

Level:
*Refresher

Learning Outcome:
1. Recognise the importance of economic indicators in decision-making
2. Define different types of economic indicators
3. Describe the impact of economic factors on business and investment decisions
4. Identify limitations of economic indicators

Course Synopsis:
Understanding the basic economics is one of the most important factors in business and investment decision making. The purpose of this course is to educate the participants on the impact of economy on their decision-making process. Upon successful completion, participants will gain the skills to interpret economic data effectively, identify prevailing trends, and navigate challenges associated with comprehending diverse economic indicators, thereby enhancing their strategic decision-making capabilities.

Trainer's Profile: Dr Theang Kok Foo
Dr Theang is an HRDF accredited trainer who conducts investment seminars for Malaysia’s leading financial institutions on a regular basis. His areas of expertise include portfolio management, fundamental analysis, technical analysis and market forecasting.

He is a also Certified Public Accountant in California, U.S.A, with over 30 years of experience in the financial sector. He began his career as an auditor with Ernst & Young in Washington, D.C. and is currently working as a licensed equity dealer with a major stockbroker in Malaysia.

Dr Theang obtained his PhD in Finance from Monash University Malaysia. He also has a Master of Science in Accounting from the University of Delaware as well as a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.