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Part one of a three-part series, Mutual Fundamentals covers the basics of what a mutual fund is and tells how mutual funds have become a standard form of investment in today's market. This easy to understand presentation lets the listener know how the mutual fund industry has grown to have over 8,000 funds, 90 million shareholders, and over nine trillion dollars in assets under management.

Part two of a three-part series, Mutual Fund Marketing and Distribution explains the major parts of the "front office" aspects of the mutual fund industry. Covering areas such as micro caps, load and no load funds, fund distribution, LOI, and more, this presentation will strengthen your understanding of how mutual funds are dealt with between the broker and consumer.

Part three in a three-part series, Mutual Fund Operations defines the "back office" processes needed to keep the industry functioning. By explaining what portfolio managers, traders, and investment managers need to do to properly manage funds, this presentation provides insight as to exactly what is needed to properly function in the mutual fund industry.