Overview
Derivatives Fundamentals Course Overview
This introductory course on the topic of derivatives covers the fundamental knowledge you need to know about derivatives. You will learn to differentiate between forward, futures, options, and swaps contracts. You will also work on practical examples in Excel to calculate the profits/losses for each type of contract. By the end of this course, you will have the essential knowledge about derivative contracts required to proceed to more advanced topics, such as derivatives pricing and trading.
Why take this derivatives fundamentals course?
This course covers the definition, purpose, and components of each of the four main types of derivatives. You’ll look at real-world examples of derivatives on Refinitiv Workspace. Additionally, you’ll work on example calculations in Excel to determine the profits/ losses generated from various derivatives. Upon completing this course, you should be comfortable explaining the differences between the types of derivatives and how they can be used for hedging and speculating purposes. Major topics covered in this course include:- Characteristics of derivative contracts
- Over-the-counter vs. exchange-traded
- Forward contracts
- Futures contracts
- Initial and maintenance margins
- Call and put options
- Moneyness (in-the-money, at-the-money, out-of-the-money)
- Swap contracts
Who should take this course?
This Introductory derivatives course is perfect for anyone who wants to build up their understanding of capital markets. This course is designed to equip anyone who desires to begin a career in fixed income, equity, sales, trading, or other areas of finance with the fundamental knowledge of derivatives.
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Lesson
Multimedia
Exams
Files
Options Contracts
Purpose and examples of options
Components of an option contract
Refinitiv call option example
Refinitiv put option example
Call option profit/loss diagrams
Put option profit/loss diagrams
Interactive Exercise 4
Moneyness
Options calculation example
Options Excel demonstration
Interactive Exercise 5
Qualified Assessment
This Course is Part of the Following Programs
Why stop here? Expand your skills and show your expertise with the professional certifications, specializations, and CPE credits you’re already on your way to earning.
All Capital Markets & Securities Analyst (CMSA)® Courses
Derivatives Fundamentals is part of the Capital Markets & Securities Analyst (CMSA)® certification, which includes 41 courses.
- Skills Learned Trading strategies used in the finance and capital markets
- Career Prep Work in capital markets, whether on the buy-side or the sell-side
Financial Planning & Wealth Management (FPWM)™ Certification
Derivatives Fundamentals is part of the Financial Planning & Wealth Management (FPWM)™ certification, which includes 26 courses.
- Skills Learned Financial Learning, Business Development, Investment Management, Practice Management, Relationship Management
- Career Prep Financial Planner, Investment Advisor, Portfolio Manager
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