Financial Risk Management (FRM) / CFA - Derivatives tutorial
This course gives you a detailed insight into Derivatives and can be used while preparing for FRM / CFA Exams
Financial Risk Management (FRM) / CFA - Derivatives tutorial udemy course
This course gives you a detailed insight into Derivatives and can be used while preparing for FRM / CFA Exams
Course Description:
Unlock the world of financial derivatives with this comprehensive and practical course on options, futures, forward contracts, and swaps. Whether you're a finance student, aspiring trader, risk manager, or investment professional, this course is designed to build your confidence in using and analyzing derivative instruments—critical tools in modern financial markets.
Why Take This Course?
Derivatives are at the heart of global finance. They are used to hedge risks, speculate on price movements, and structure complex investment strategies. Professionals with strong skills in derivatives are in high demand in top financial hubs like New York, London, Hong Kong, and Toronto.
What You’ll Learn:
The structure and mechanics of options, forwards, futures, and swaps
The differences between exchange-traded and over-the-counter (OTC) contracts
How to price derivatives using industry-standard models
Real-world applications in hedging, arbitrage, and speculation
How interest rate swaps and currency derivatives help manage corporate and portfolio risk
Key Topics Include:
Call vs. Put Options, Payoff Diagrams, and Greeks
Forward vs. Futures Pricing and Settlement
Use of Derivatives in Equity, Commodity, and FX Markets
Introduction to Swaps (Interest Rate, Currency, Total Return)
Case Studies from Wall Street and Global Markets
Who This Course Is For:
Finance and economics students preparing for CFA or FRM exams
Professionals in banking, asset management, and fintech
Traders and investors seeking to enhance their portfolio strategies
Anyone interested in understanding the “why” and “how” behind derivatives
Tools & Techniques:
You'll gain exposure to real-market examples, pricing models, and interactive scenarios that simplify complex concepts. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to analyze and apply derivatives to real-world financial challenges.
Start mastering derivatives today and prepare yourself for exciting roles in financial analysis, trading, portfolio management, risk consulting, and quantitative finance
