International Certificate in Wealth & Investment Management Questions and Answers
Question 29
A business may need key person protection because:
Options:
A.
The business relies on the input of an individual
B.
It is a very small business
C.
It is to cover a very significant customer
D.
Its profits are very seasonal
Answer:
A
Explanation:
Key Person Protection:
This insurance protects a business against financial loss if a critical employee (e.g., founder, CEO) becomes incapacitated or dies.
It is designed to mitigate reliance on essential individuals whose absence would disrupt operations.
Elimination of Other Options:
B: Size of the business is not the determining factor.
C: Significant customers are protected under other insurance (e.g., credit insurance).
D: Seasonal profits do not relate to key person risk.
References:
ICWIM Module 5: Focus on business risk management and insurance needs.
Question 30
Which type of investment is associated with providing finance to growing companies with the objective of exiting via a profitable stock market listing?
Options:
A.
Convertible bonds
B.
Preference shares
C.
Private equity
D.
Structured products
Answer:
C
Explanation:
Private Equity and Growing Companies:
Private equity involves investing in privately-held companies with the goal of increasing their value and exiting through a stock market listing (IPO) or sale.
This investment type targets growth-stage businesses requiring significant capital.
Elimination of Other Options:
A: Convertible bonds are debt instruments, not equity investments.
B: Preference shares provide fixed dividends and are not growth-oriented investments.
D: Structured products are financial instruments tied to underlying assets and not specific to growth financing.
References:
ICWIM Module 3: Coverage of private equity investments and their objectives.