1-Week Online Certificate Course on Capital Markets and IPOs [Learn from Partners and Sr Associates + Internships]: Enrol by Nov 14

About SimuLegum 

SimuLegum is an incorporated company providing mentorship and legal training to law students through law firm collaborations. The organisation has been very active for the past year providing international opportunities, research assistantships, and internship opportunities to law students worldwide.

About the Opportunity 

SimuLegum is pleased to announce the launch of its 7-Day Certificate Course on “Capital Markets and IPOs”

This program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the capital markets ecosystem, the IPO lifecycle, and the legal, regulatory, and compliance framework governing public listings in India.

Participants will gain practical insights into securities regulation, IPO documentation, due diligence, and common pitfalls such as misstatements in offer documents. The course will conclude with an in-depth discussion on dispute resolution and enforcement mechanisms in capital market transactions.

Each one-hour session is led by experienced professionals and aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world legal practice

Eligibility 

• Law students
• Recent law graduates seeking to kickstart their legal careers
• Legal practitioners and lawyers

Modules and Session Plan

SESSION 1: INTRODUCTION TO CAPITAL MARKETS AND THE STARTUP-TO-IPO JOURNEY

15ᵗʰ November (Saturday) – Ms. Neha Malik (5 PM Session)

• Overview of capital markets and their structure
• Primary vs. secondary markets
• Key market participants and their roles
• Evolution of a startup: seed funding to IPO
• Why companies go public
• Regulatory authorities: SEBI, MCA, Stock Exchanges, and Depositories

SESSION 2: SECURITIES AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

16ᵗʰ November (Saturday) – Ms. Neha Malik (5 PM Session)

• Definition and classification of securities
• Equity shares, preference shares, debentures, and bonds
• Derivatives and hybrid instruments
• Convertible securities and warrants
• Rights issue, private placements, and underwriting
• Valuation principles and investor protection

SESSION 3: THE IPO PROCESS AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

18ᵗʰ November (Tuesday) – Mr. Saurav Das (7 PM Session)

• Step-by-step IPO lifecycle
• Eligibility criteria under SEBI (ICDR) Regulations
• Role of merchant bankers, auditors, and legal advisors
• SEBI approval process and stock exchange requirements
• Pricing and allocation methods (fixed price vs. book building)
• Regulatory timelines and disclosure requirements

SESSION 4: KEY DOCUMENTATION IN IPOs

20ᵗʰ November (Friday) – Ms. Neha Malik (8 PM Session)

• Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) and Red Herring Prospectus (RHP)
• Offer Agreement, Underwriting Agreement, and Escrow Agreement
• Due Diligence Certificates and Legal Opinions
• Verification of statements and risk disclosures
• Filing process with SEBI and exchanges
• Responsibilities of intermediaries in document preparation

SESSION 5: MISSTATEMENTS IN IPO FILINGS AND LEGAL IMPLICATIONS

21ˢᵗ November (Saturday) – Ms. Neha Malik (8 PM Session)

• What constitutes a misstatement or omission
• Materiality and its legal interpretation
• Civil and criminal liabilities under the Companies Act and SEBI Act
• Case studies: IPO misstatements and enforcement actions
• Accountability of directors, auditors, and merchant bankers
• Investor remedies and class actions

DAY 6: DUE DILIGENCE AND COMPLIANCE IN IPOs

22ⁿᵈ November (Saturday) – Ms. Neha Malik (5 PM Session)

• Legal, financial, and business due diligence scope
• Verification checklists and documentation review
• Identifying red flags and managing disclosure risks
• Coordination among stakeholders during due diligence
• Post-IPO compliance obligations
• Continuous disclosure and corporate governance norms

Faculties

1. Mr. Prashant Kumar – Partner, Dua Associates
2. Ms. Neha Malik – Partner, CorpAcumen Advisors LLP
3. Mr. Saurav Das – Senior Associate, Trilegal (Capital Markets)

Perks

• Certificate of Appreciation / Participation
• Lifetime Access to Session Recordings
• Internship Recommendations to the Top 3 Performers
• Sessions by Industry Experts

Certification

Participants will receive an e-certificate, which can be downloaded and printed for their records.

Duration 

Starting on Saturday, November 15, 2025

Last Date to Enrol

14th November, 2025

Course Fee

• For students: Rs 799
• For professionals: Rs 1299

Enrolment Procedure: Click Here to Enrol