Introduction to Futures & Options
What you'll learn
- You'll learn a general overview of derivatives
- You'll be able to define what derivatives are and differentiate between different types
- You'll learn the features of futures contracts, as well as trading and cash flows
- You'll learn the fundamentals of options, their contract features, and pricing basics
- You'll learn about futures contract pricing
Requirements
- Knowledge of the English language.
- Participants are expected to have basic math knowledge coming into this course.
- A financial calculator is recommended to get the most out of this course.
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Description
This course will introduce derivatives in general, to demonstrate the common features of derivatives and how they differ from other sorts of financial instruments. The course will then segue into a detailed discussion - first on Futures contracts and then ultimately on Options contracts. Key characteristics will be identified, and contract features, pricing, applications, risk management, and hedging will be discussed.
This course is composed of 27 lectures within 6 sections:
Introduction to Derivatives
Introduction to Futures Contracts
Futures Contracts Trading and Cash Flows
Futures Pricing
Introduction to Options
Option Pricing and Applications
Who this course is for:
- All levels of participants are encouraged to take this course.
Course content
- Preview10:44
- 09:16Derivatives Compared to Securities
- 09:37Derivatives Defined
Instructor
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