What you'll get
- 9+ Hours
- 1 Courses
- Course Completion Certificates
- Self-paced Courses
- Technical Support
- Case Studies
Synopsis
- Structure and functioning of financial markets
- Key instruments: derivatives, forwards, futures, options, swaps
- Role of financial intermediaries
- Futures market mechanics and hedging strategies
- Interest rates, forward/futures pricing, interest rate futures
- Stock options and trading strategies
- Designing and evaluating derivatives strategies
- Overview of banking, insurance, fund management, and forex markets
Content
| Courses | No. of Hours | Certificates | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRM I 2020 - Financial Markets & Products | 9h 16m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
Description
The Financial Markets, Products & Services course provides a comprehensive overview of global financial markets, their functioning, and the instruments traded within them. This course covers important financial products, including derivatives, forwards, futures, options, swaps, and other securities, providing both theoretical and practical insights into their use.
You will explore the role of financial markets in connecting investors and borrowers, understand the functioning of marketable and non-marketable securities, and learn about financial intermediaries such as banks, mutual funds, brokers, and insurance companies. The course also covers the mechanics of derivatives markets, hedging strategies, interest rate futures, stock options, and trading strategies, enabling you to navigate complex financial markets with confidence.
By the end of this course, you will clearly understand financial markets, the products and services they offer, and how to use them effectively for investing, hedging, and risk management.
Requirements
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Basic understanding of finance and investment concepts
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Familiarity with financial terminology
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Interest in financial markets and trading
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Analytical and numerical skills.
Target Audience
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Students pursuing finance, commerce, or business studies
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Aspiring traders, analysts, and investment professionals
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Banking, insurance, and fund management professionals
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Individuals seeking a career in financial markets or derivatives
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Anyone interested in understanding financial instruments and market operations.
