What is Security & Investment Law: Course Duration, Admission 2025, Colleges, Salary & Scope

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Security and Investment Law comprises legislations of Securities Contract Act, 1956,  Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 and Companies Act, 2013. The financial transactions involving stocks, assets, shares, liquidity, mutual fund investments, Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), Bonds, ESOPS, PF, Bank Products, Annuities, etc. are secured under Security and Investment Laws. 

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As both Security Law and Investment Law are relevant to financial markets, still the two are different in contexts.

Following table summarises the key differences between both the laws:

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The eligibility for various courses are: 

• UG law course in Security and Investment Law - Candidates should have completed class 10+2 with commerce subjects. 
• PG law course in Security and Investment Law - Candidates should have obtained a degree in law stream either a five-year integrated LLB degree or the three-year LLB degree. 
• Certificate or Diploma course in Security and Investment Law - If the Diploma is of undergraduate level then candidates with class 12 qualification are eligible for the course. If the Diploma or certificate course if of postgraduate level, then candidates must have obtained a bachelor's degree from a recognised college or university. 

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In the undergraduate level, it is offered as an elective and at the postgraduate or certificate level it is offered as a specialization. UG courses take 5 years and PG/Diploma courses take 1 year to complete.

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There 4 diffrent types of securities in Investment Law, as given below:

• Debt securities
• Equity securities
• Derivative securities
• Hybrid securities, which are a combination of debt and equity.

Some of the popular law exams in India are given below, which are applicable for this course as well: 

NOTE: This information is sourced from the official website of the institute/exam.

The various topics taught under Security and Investment Law include:

Research Methods, Law and Justice in a Globalized World, Comparative Public Law and Governance, An Overview of Securities Markets, Company Law, Securities Regulations, Competition Law and Policy, Banking and Insurance, Investment Laws, Foreign investment Laws ( FEMA Act, 1999, Joint venture, Foreign collaboration). 

LLM in Investment and Security Law course is a 1 year LLM degree program that offers thorough interdisciplinary academic training in the legal regulation of securities and investments in India, through teaching, training workshops and extensive research.

The average fee to pursue Security and Investment Law ranges from INR 40,000 to INR 1 Lacs per annum. 

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Some of the top institutes to pursue Security and Investment Law include Symbiosis Law School, NALSAR, NUJS, ICFAI Law School, etc. 

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Security and Investment Law often falls under the umbrella of Corporate Law. Corporate lawyers in India can expect a starting salary in the range of INR 3 Lacs to INR 7 LPA  (around $3,750 to $8,750 USD).

Partners at established firms can earn significantly more, potentially reaching INR 1 crore  (around $125,000 USD) or more annually.

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Some of the top recruiters for Security and Investment Law include

• Trilegal
• AZB & Partners
• Economic Law Practice
• Talwar Thakore & Associates

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Yes indeed, knowledge in Security and Investment Law is important for those who wish to work within the financial market of India. Here's why:

Increased Demand: With the increasing complexity of the financial market in India, there is a greater demand for people who will work in the financial market specially with the knowledge of the legal restraints in the country.

Compliance Expertise: This information points to that fact that financial institutions are subject to a number of rules and regulations. It would be helpful in the areas such as Risk management, Corporate governance, and compliance with SEBI Regulations.

Transaction Expertise: Organization and implementation of financial transactions is mainly for many positions in financial sectors.

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Absolutely yes, you can pursue Investment Banking after a Law degree with specialisation in Investment and Security Law. Plus, a law degree in this specialisation would be of significant advantage in your investment banking career. 

Investment banking is all about complex financial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Your legal knowledge in investment laws will be invaluable in knowing and navigating these intricate processes. 

In the legal domain, Security and Investment Law comprises legislations of the Securities Contract Act of 1956, Securities and Exchange Board of India Act of 1992 and the Companies Act of 2013. The financial transactions involving stocks, assets, shares, liquidity, mutual fund investments, Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), Bonds, ESOPS, PF, Bank Products, Annuities, etc. are secured under Security and Investment Laws. 

Here's what Security and Investment Law course is all about, in points:

• Specialized legal field: Focuses on regulations governing financial markets and investment products.
• Ensures fairness and transparency: Protects investors and maintains stability in financial markets.
• Covers a wide range of areas:
  • Securities market regulations (SEBI, etc.)
  • Investment instruments (stocks, bonds, derivatives)
  • Corporate governance and investor protection
  • Insider trading and market manipulation prevention
  • Mergers and acquisitions in the securities market
  • International securities regulations (sometimes)
• Educational paths:
  • Certificate courses (basic understanding)
  • Diploma courses (deeper dive)
  • LLM in Securities Law (postgraduate specialization) 

Some of the skills that a candidate must possess include

• Consistency and dedication
• Ability to assimilate and analyse facts
• Intellectual acumen 
• People handling skills (Intuitive and logical)
• Great presentational and interpersonal skills
• Integrity

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Handbook on Securities Laws by Gaurav Pingle: It covers the basics of securities law in India in a clear and concise way, with a focus on practical applications.

Securities Law by Kondaiah Jonnalagadda: it is more comprehensive and deep than the former one. 

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