Why do municipalities need to invest? This course will provide an overview of eligible avenues for Municipal Investing under both the Legal List and Prudent Investor standards in the Municipal Act. Information on managing investment risk, the different investment asset classes, and co-ordinating the term of the investments to municipal cash need will also be discussed. This introductory course is suited to Treasurers and municipal staff involved in the management of cash flow, reserve funds, investments and long term financial planning. It will also be relevant for anybody wishing to understand municipal investing and applicable legislation.