TUYID Academy Investor Relations Certification Programme 

Unlock Your Potential in Investor Relations

TUYID recognizes the growing demand for skilled Investor Relations (IR) professionals, a need accelerated by the rapid increase in public offerings on the Istanbul Stock Exchange. To meet this demand and cultivate a talent pipeline for companies, TUYID created the Investor Relations Certification Program.

This unique program, the first of its kind in Türkiye, is designed to elevate your professional development both locally and globally. Learn directly from leading IR professionals and regulatory experts who bring real-world, international experience to the classroom. Our curriculum uses concrete examples and case studies to provide you with practical, hands-on knowledge.

Who Should Participate?

This program is designed for ambitious professionals who want to:

• Develop essential investor relations skills.
• Master the latest industry best practices.
• Advance their careers in the dynamic field of investor relations.

Why Choose the TUYID Program?

• Expert-Led Curriculum: Gain insights from top IR practitioners and key authorities.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Explore a wide range of topics—from IPOs and valuation to crisis communication, digitalization, and ESG reporting.
• Actionable Knowledge: Learn through real-world case studies and corporate applications.

Exclusive Program Benefits

• Official Registration Record (LSTS): Your certificate will be officially recorded in your professional registry via the Licensing and Registration System (LSTS), in cooperation with the CMB (Capital Markets Board of Turkey) and SPL (Capital Markets Licensing Registry and Training Agency). This provides you with a powerful competitive advantage backed by your official record throughout your career journey. 
• Mentorship Opportunity: The top three graduates will be rewarded with three hours of exclusive mentorship from the TUYID Board Chair and Vice-Chairs, and their success will be celebrated on TUYID’s social media channels.
• Global Advantage: Our graduates gain access to UK IR Society training programs at the exclusive member rate rather than the standard fee, enjoying the same privileges as the organization's own members.

Our curriculum is designed to provide a deep dive into every critical aspect of Investor Relations:

Exemplary Programme Topics

Foundations of Investor Relations

• The Investor Relations (IR) Department: Roles & Processes
• Introduction to Capital Markets & Disclosure Culture
• Borsa Istanbul: Markets & Operations
• Navigating the Investor Relations Universe
• Licensing Requirements for IR Professionals

Regulatory Compliance & Disclosure

• Key Regulatory Bodies & Platforms in IR: Understanding CSD, PDP, E-GEM, E-Company, E-YKS, and CRS.
• IR Processes & Legislation
• Public Disclosure & Inside Information: Rules on disclosing insider information and related party transactions.
• Special Situations Disclosure & Insider Information Evaluation
• Corporate Governance: Disclosure, Reporting & Rating
• General Assembly Processes
• Annual Financial Statements & Activity Reports: Disclosure Processes

Financial Communication & Strategy

• Crafting Your Corporate Story & Crisis Communication
• Going Public & Listing on Foreign Stock Exchanges
• Debt Instruments (Debt IR) & Credit Ratings
• Macroeconomics for Investor Relations
• Applied Interpretation of Economic Indicators
• Company Valuation for Investor Relations

Stakeholder Engagement & Analytics

• Investor Expectations: The Buy-Side Perspective
• Analyst Expectations: The Sell-Side Perspective
• Investor Base Management & Targeting: CRM Tools & Competitor Analysis
• Roadshow Planning: Preparation, Execution & Follow-Up
• Preparing for Roadshows & Conferences (Brokerage Firm Perspective)

Sustainability & Emerging Trends in IR

• Sustainability Reporting & Compliance Framework
• Share Buybacks
• Integrated Reporting
• ESG Funds: Operations & IR Expectations
• Effective Sustainability Communication Strategies
• Digitalization & Artificial Intelligence in Investor Relations

Optimizing IR Operations

• Positioning IR within the Company & Measuring Success
• Essential Investor Relations Checklist
• Designing Effective Investor Relations Presentations

 Certificate Program Details

Platform: Microsoft Teams

Schedule: Live online classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM.

Certification Criteria:

• 80% Minimum Attendance: Attendance is mandatory for all live classes.
• Capstone Project: Successfully complete and present a final project.
• Instructor Evaluation: Demonstrate a high level of engagement and performance in the "participation evaluation" conducted by instructors.
• Active Participation: Cameras must be kept on during all sessions for information security and effective interaction.
• Please note: Class recordings are not provided to encourage live participation.

Contact:

Ayşe KAŞIKÇI – Member Relations and Training Executive

Mobile: 0537 430 4407 [email protected]