Equity Capital Markets (ECM): A Practitioner’s Perspective is an 8-hour intensive course offering law students and professionals a hands-on understanding of how equity capital market transactions are executed in leading law firms.
The course covers the entire lifecycle of equity offerings- from kick-off to listing—including Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), Qualified Institutional Placements (QIPs), and Rights Issues.
Participants will explore how law firm lawyers handle legal due diligence, regulatory compliance, documentation, stakeholder coordination, and drafting across each stage of an equity deal. This practitioner-led training mirrors real transaction timelines and challenges, helping you build job-ready skills that are highly valued in capital markets practice.
Course Instructors
1- Trishit Dasgupta – Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas
2- Nayan Jain- Partner, Verist Law
3- Romit Srivastava- Principal Associate, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas
Course Curriculum:
Topic 1: Introduction to Equity Capital Markets and IPOs
· Overview of Equity Capital Markets: Define the equity capital market and its role in corporate finance and brief overview of different kind of equity offerings.
· What is an IPO? Definition, purpose, and advantages of going public.
· Why Companies Go Public: Reasons for conducting an IPO, including raising capital and providing exits for early investors.
· The IPO Process: An Overview: Briefly introduce the main phases of the IPO process.
Topic 2: Key Stakeholders & Their Roles
· Issuer company (management, board of directors).
· Underwriters / Book Running Lead Managers (BRLMs).
· Lawyers (issuer’s counsel, underwriters’ counsel).
· Accountants / Auditors and other industry experts.
· Regulators (SEBI, Stock Exchanges).
Topic 3: IPO Roadmap & Milestones
· Initial Planning & Preparatory Steps
· Due Diligence
· Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) → Red Herring Prospectus (RHP) → Prospectus
· Marketing & Book-Building Phases
· Regulatory Filing & Approval Stages
· Listing & Post-listing Requirements
Topic 4: Regulatory Framework & Compliance
· SEBI Regulations (ICDR Regulations, LODR, etc.)
· Stock Exchange Listing Requirements
· Compliance Calendar
· Common Regulatory Pitfalls
Topic 5: Legal Due Diligence & Preparatory Work
· Scope & Objectives of Due Diligence
· Key Areas of Investigation
· Diligence Process & Coordination
· Identifying & Mitigating Red Flags
· Diligence Report & Disclosure Requirements
Topic 6: Documentation & Drafting Essentials
· Offer Documents: Anatomy of the DRHP / RHP / Prospectus.
· Key Agreements in an IPO
· Drafting Techniques & Best Practices
· Redlining & Negotiation Skills
Topic 7: Final Steps to Listing & Post-listing Obligations
· Pricing & Allocation
· Listing on Stock Exchanges
· Post-listing Regulatory Obligations
Topic 8: Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP)
· Overview of QIPs: Definition and Regulatory Framework
· The QIP Process: From Planning to Placement
· Stakeholders and Strategic Considerations
Topic 9: Rights Issue
· Introduction to Rights Issue & Legal Framework
· Rights Issue Process & Key Milestones
· Stakeholders and Post-issue Obligations
If you’re aspiring to work in a corporate law firm or looking to strengthen your understanding of ECM transactions, this course is not optional—it’s foundational.
Exclusive Benefits
1- Complimentary access to a session on CV and Cover Letter Drafting by Mr. Vishesh Sharma [Ex. Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas LLM- Harvard Law School]
2- Complimentary CV Review by the Mentblue Team.
3- Complimentary access to a masterclass on Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 by a senior professional at Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
4- Course recordings available 24*7 for 1 Year.
Testimonials for the Course
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Paritosh Srivastava, Associate, Desai and Diwanji
“I'm writing to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional learning and guidance that Trishita Ma'am, Nayan Ma'am and Romit Sir provided, with the help of the interactive sessions organised by Mentblue. I gained conceptual clarity because of these sessions and also with the help of their dedicated mentorship during that period were instrumental in my professional development. I'm thrilled to share that, thanks to your support and the knowledge reinforced by the course, I've successfully cracked an interview and have joined a Tier-2 (Cap Marks) law firm recently. The insights and the understanding I gained from each of you were invaluable in navigating those challenging discussions, and I truly appreciate the time and effort you invested in my growth. Thanks.” |
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Nupur, NMIMS Indore
“I'm very grateful that I could be a part of this amazing course which had so many practical learnings, something that we rarely get to experience while in law school. All the mentors, Nayan ma'am, Trishita ma'am, Romit sir have been very guiding and their way of teaching was just impeccable. The structure of this course, the depth of the topics, and case studies has all given a stronger practical dimension to our understanding of capital markets. I really look forward to building upon these learnings in my professional journey ahead.” |
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Abhay Shrotiya, Nirma University
“Throughout the duration of the course, I gained valuable insights and deeper understanding of Capital Markets and detailed procedures related to IPOs, FPO, QIP and Rights Issues. I am confident that the knowledge I have acquired will help me well in future.
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Trishita ma'am, Nayan ma'am and Romit Sir for conducting such interactive and engaging sessions. Their guidance and teaching style made the learning journey all the more enjoyable and impactful.” |
