Introduction
The purpose of this piece is to provide a clear understanding of the opportunities and challenges for diasporan investors in Ghana. It looks at the legal, financial, and economic considerations that must be considered when investing in Ghana from abroad. The training provides an overview of key sectors open to investment and examines the government policies that regulate foreign investments.
It also offers guidance on setting up business operations in Ghana, including how to navigate the regulatory framework.
Finally, it explores potential risks associated with diasporan investments in Ghana as well as successful strategies and ideas for mitigating those risks.
By examining these topics from a practical perspective, this training will give readers an invaluable resource for assessing their own options as potential diasporan investors in Ghana.
Objective
- Provide participants with the relevant knowledge and skills related to investing in Ghana.
- Provide an overview of the legal, regulatory, economic, and political environments that guide investment decisions in Ghana.
- Introduce participants to key investment products and markets available in the country, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, and commodities trading.
- Equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the local financial industry landscape and its different players.
- Highlight best practices for successful investing strategies applicable to diasporan investors in Ghana.
- Demonstrate how investors can maximize their return on investment through sound risk management principles when engaging the local market.
Table of Content
Module 1: Introduction to Diasporan Investment in Ghana.
– Definition and History of Diaspora Investment
– Understanding Diasporan Investment in Ghana
– Types of Diaspora Investments
– Drivers of Diaspora Investment in Ghana
Module 2: Analyzing the Impact of Diasporan Inflows on Ghana’s economies
– Overview of Benefits and Challenges for Ghana’s Economies
– Positive impacts on Economic Growth
– Negative Impacts on Trade Balance and Exchange Rate
– Enhancing Developmental Benefits from Diasporan Remittances
Module 3: Understanding Social, Political, and Economic Context for Diasporan Investment
– Laws Governing Foreign Investment in Ghana
-Laws Governing Foreign Businesses in Ghana
-Benefits of Increased Investment from the Diaspora Community to Ghana
-Regulatory Bodies for Investment Promotion in Ghana
-Regulation Collaboration with Government & Non-Government Institutions
-Economic Trends
-Challenges Facing Foreign Investors in Ghana
-Key Opportunities available to Diasporans for Long-Term Sustainable Growth.
Module 4: Diasporan Investment Opportunities in Ghana
-Introduction to Investment Opportunities in Ghana
-The various investment opportunities available to individuals of Ghanaians diaspora living outside Ghana.
-The different markets in Ghana
-Overview of Major Ghana’s Industries
-Recognize risks associated with each opportunity and identify ways to mitigate risk factors
– Different investment opportunities in the Ghana market
-Develop an understanding of industry trends and issues within different countries
-Industries available to invest in Ghana
-Develop strategies for building successful investments.
-Develop sustainable strategies for long-term investments in Ghana’s markets
-Establish relationships with key entities within chosen industries
-Assessing Investments Risks and including Currency Exchange
-Assessing Investments Benefits and including Currency Exchange
-Strategies for Building Sustainable Investments
-Negotiating business Deals
-Networking with Entities within the Market
Module 5: Identification & Selection of Potential Projects Conducive to Long-term Sustainable Growth
-Screening Process for Evaluation of Potential Projects based on Risk Profile Assessed via Fundamental Analysis
-Understanding Macroeconomic Factors impacting Project Performance
-Interactive Discussions covering Business Model Assessment
Principles related to Public–Private Partnership Models
-Utilization of GIS Tools in Analyzing Project Locations/Regions containing Identifiable Opportunities with High Rate of Return while Aligning with Local Interests/Goals.
Module 6: Introduction & Overview of Investment Principles & Strategies
-Fundamental principles of long-term investing including diversification
-Asset allocation
-Tax optimization
-Fees/commissions
-Buy-sell decisions
-Stock/bond percentage splits
-Setting up Roth IRA’s
-Choosing between index funds vs actively managed funds.
Module 7: Evaluating Risks Inherent in Various Sectors in Ghana
– Understanding Risk Profile Oil and Gas
-Understanding Risk Profile in Agriculture
-Understanding Risk in Technology
-Understanding Risk Profile in Financial Services & Banking
-Understanding Risk Profile in Energy
-Understanding Risk Profile in Infrastructure Development
-Understanding Risk Profile in Healthcare Delivery Systems
-Understanding Risk Profile in Tourism/Hospitality Industry
-Understanding Risk Profile in Education System.
-Understanding Risk Profile in Real estate
-Analysis of Risks based on Tax Policies
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment in Agriculture
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment Financial Services & Banking
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment in Technology
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment in Energy
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment in Infrastructure Development
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment in Healthcare Delivery Systems
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment in Tourism/Hospitality Industry
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment in Education System.
-Compensation Structure and Implications on Return on Investment in Real estate
-Effective Strategies to Minimize Risks associated with Investments in Ghana.
Module 8: Diasporan Investment Challenges in Ghana
-Introduction to Diaspora Investment Challenges in Ghana
-Understanding of the complex economic, cultural, political, and social forces that shape these investments
-Strategies for building stronger financial inclusion.
-Economic, Social & Political Impact of Migration & Remittances on Development
-Profile of African Investors & Why They Invest at Home: Risk Tolerance, Remittance Practices & Cultural Connections
-How Ghana’s diaspora population shapes global economies through remittances and investment
-Understand profile of Ghanaian investors and why they invest in their home country Ghana
-Barriers experienced by migrants when making investments in their home countries.
-Promoting Financial Inclusion for Diasporans
-Introduction to FinTech’s
-Digital Exchange Platforms
-Exploring Impact Investing Opportunities
-Establishing Reversible Credit Lines & Guarantee Funds
-Setting Up Community Funds or Cooperatives for Small Scale Investments
-Strategies for enhancing access to capital and financial products for migrant populations
-Best practices for creating sustainable models that empower migrants to make effective investments back home.
-Building Sustainable Business Ventures To Attract Cross Fertilization Of Capital Across Borders
Module 9: Diasporan Investment Solutions in Ghana
-Introduction to Diasporan Investments
-The fundamentals of diaspora investments
-Overview of Costs & Benefits associated with Diaspora Investing
-Understanding Regulations & Regulatory Impact on Diasporan Investments
-Investing within Ghana’s Economies
-Opportunities & Strategies
-The advantages and risks associated with making diaspora investments,
-How to structure successful investments
-The role of financial institutions in facilitating investment
-How best to utilize resources within the Ghana’s
-The Role of Financial Institutions in Facilitating Investment
-Building Sustainable Structures
-Risk Management & Return on Investment
-Measuring Performance & Assessing Results from Diasporan Investments
-Utilizing Resources Effectively Within Ghana’s Markets
-Provide strategies for dealing with regulatory issues related to diaspora investments.
Module 10: Diasporan Investment Partnership in Ghana
– Overview of Current Issues Related to Ghana’s Investment by the Diaspora
– Developing an Effective Relationship with Ghana’s Partners
– Establishing the Partnership Context and Priorities
– Building Trust Within the Relationship
– Understanding Cross-Cultural Guidelines
– Assessing Cultural Differences
– Culturally Appropriate Communications Strategies
– Negotiation Strategies for Successful Business Deals
-Utilizing Resources for Ghana Growth and Development Projects
-Financing Options Available
-Accessible Resources for Partnerships
-Leveraging Financial Services
-Capacity Building Strategies
-Considerations for Working Across Markets and Sectors
-Investing Across Borders
-Discuss Legal Requirements
-Risk Management, Governance, & Compliance when Investing abroad
-Analyzing Risk Factors
-Assessing Compliance Requirements
-Applying International And Domestic Standards Of Governance
-Establishing Structures For Transparency And Accountability
-Understanding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Practices
-Mitigating Fraudulent Activity
-Developing Disaster Management Plans
-Managing Currency Exchange Risks
– Evaluating Tax Implications
-Creating a Successful Exit Strategy
Module 11: Establishing a Robust Framework for Monitoring Your Investments
–Establishing Performance Metrics & Risk Management Strategies
-Importance of establishing performance metrics when monitoring investments
-Setting realistic expectations for future returns on assets or holdings in an investor’s portfolio.
-Measure return on investment (ROI)
-Calculate volatility metrics such as beta coefficients or Sharpe ratios, and assess correlations
-Using various risk-management tactics that can be employed depending on the type of assets held by a particular investor like stop losses, hedging with options contracts etc.).
-Evaluating Current Portfolios & Utilizing KPIs
-Using manipulation tests or fictitious portfolios to more accurately determine returns expected from any given position in their portfolio
-Measure discrepancies between expected returns versus actual realized returns from past allocations made by an investor over time
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