Insider Trading – Capital Markets Training Singapore

IBF Accredited Course – Institute of Banking and Finance Singapore

Meet Singapore insider trading compliance obligations with this online training course designed for professionals operating in capital markets and financial services.

This course provides a practical and in‑depth understanding of Singapore’s insider trading laws, including offences under the Securities and Futures Act (SFA) and relevant SGX Trading Rules. Learners will understand how market‑sensitive information must be handled and the serious legal, regulatory, and reputational consequences of insider trading.

Designed for financial professionals who routinely deal with confidential or price‑sensitive information, this course combines legal explanations with realistic capital markets scenarios to support ethical conduct and regulatory compliance in Singapore.

IBF accreditation and Financial Training Scheme (FTS)

This course is recognised under the Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF) Financial Training Scheme (FTS) and is eligible for FTS claims, subject to eligibility criteria being met.

FTS provides 30% to 70% course fee subsidy support, capped at S$500 per candidate per course, for eligible entities and participants. Participation in the scheme does not represent endorsement of the training provider or course quality.

More information is available at IBF website.

Course Highlights

• Online, self‑paced insider trading training
• Designed for capital markets and financial services professionals in Singapore
• Covers insider trading offences, exemptions, and defences
• Explains obligations under the Securities and Futures Act (SFA)
• Addresses SGX Trading Rules and market conduct expectations
• Practical guidance on handling inside information
• Scenario‑based learning for real‑world application
• Certificate of completion for compliance and training records

Understanding Insider Trading Risks

Financial professionals regularly handle market‑sensitive and non‑public information, creating a heightened risk of insider trading if that information is misused or improperly disclosed.

Equal access to information is critical to maintaining confidence, fairness, and integrity in Singapore’s capital markets. Ineffective handling of inside information can damage market trust and expose individuals and organisations to severe penalties, including substantial fines and imprisonment.

Insider trading is unlawful in Singapore, and both direct trading and knowingly assisting another person to trade while in possession of inside information are prohibited.

Key Insider Trading Concepts

This course introduces the key legal and compliance concepts relating to insider trading, including:

• What insider trading is and why it is prohibited
• Inside information and connected persons
• Insider trading by connected persons and other persons
• Exemptions and defences under Singapore law
• The consequences of breaching insider trading provisions

Why Compliance Matters

Breaches of insider trading laws can result in:

• Criminal prosecution and imprisonment
• Significant financial penalties
• Regulatory enforcement action
• Reputational damage to individuals and institutions
• Loss of confidence in financial markets

Effective insider trading training ensures employees understand how to manage inside information, recognise high‑risk situations, and act in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations.

Course Content

Introduction to Singapore’s Insider Trading Laws

• Defining insider trading under Singapore law
• Insider trading by connected persons
• Insider trading by other persons
• Exemptions and defences
• Legal and regulatory consequences of breaches

Preventing Insider Trading

• Building cultures of compliance within financial organisations
• Handling inside information appropriately
• Reporting suspected misconduct
• Information barriers and Chinese walls
• Trading restrictions and high‑risk corporate transactions

Enterprise Reporting & Compliance Management

Salt™ Compliance LMS Capabilities

• Real‑time training completion tracking
• Organisation‑wide compliance visibility
• Audit‑ready reporting for internal reviews and regulators
• Scalable rollout across capital markets teams

Decision Framework – Is This the Right Insider Trading Course?

Use this course if your organisation requires:

• Insider trading training aligned to Singapore capital markets laws
• Staff awareness of market conduct and inside information risks
• Practical guidance for preventing insider trading breaches
• Scenario‑based learning for financial professionals
• Scalable online delivery with governance and reporting oversight

Professional Development

Completing this course enables learners to:

• Understand Singapore’s insider trading laws and obligations
• Identify and manage market‑sensitive information appropriately
• Avoid conduct that could breach insider trading provisions
• Support ethical behaviour and market integrity

Insider Trading Courses

• Insider Trading – Capital Markets (Singapore)
• Insider Trading Training Hong Kong
• Insider Trading Course (Australia)

Book a Demo or Enrol Your Organisation

Strengthen your organisation’s market conduct framework with capital markets‑focused insider trading training.

Request a demo or enrol your team today. For group bookings or tailored training options, contact us.

Quick Answer: What is the Insider Trading Course?

This online Insider Trading – Capital Markets course helps Singapore financial services professionals understand insider trading laws, manage inside information, and reduce legal and reputational risk.

Designed for capital markets environments, it combines legal clarity with practical, scenario‑based guidance.