The Complete Guide to the Global Capital Markets

Financial Markets | Financial Math | FX | Derivatives | Futures & Options | Equities Stocks | Fixed Income Bonds

Created by: Starweaver Instructor Team
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Created by: Paul Siegel
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What Will I Learn?

• Describe the function and structure of global capital markets.
• Appreciate what the capital markets are and the role they play in the economic and financial system
• Use fundamental financial mathematics concepts to perform financial calculations and analyses.
• Discuss the characteristics and types of fixed income securities and how they are traded in the market.
• Analyze the characteristics and performance of equity (stock) markets, including the role of market indices and financial ratios.
• Evaluate the mechanics of currency and FX markets, including exchange rates and how they are influenced by economic and political factors.
• Examine the role of derivatives in managing risk in the capital markets, including futures and options contracts.
• Differentiate the different types of futures and options and how they are used in different market scenarios.
• Analyze the risks and benefits of using futures and options in risk management strategies.
• Evaluate the role of clearing houses in the settlement of futures and options contracts.
• Determine the regulatory environment for futures and options markets, including the role of exchanges and self-regulatory organizations.
• Appreciate the role of futures and options in hedging, speculation, and arbitrage strategies.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the English language.

Target audience

• All levels of participants are encouraged to take this course.