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Equity Derivatives

BPP Professional Education

Summary

Price
£738 inc VAT
Study method
Classroom
Duration
1 day · Full-time
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
6 CPD hours / points
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Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Location & dates

Location

Address
Venue may change up to 14-days before the course start date’
9-10 Portland Place
West London
London
W1B1PR
United Kingdom
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Overview

This one day course provides an insight into the two main styles of derivative seen in the UK equity market: "delta one" and options. The course covers index futures, contracts for difference and exchange traded funds along with call and put options.

Delegates who attend the course will leave with a better understanding of how these products are used by speculators and hedgers, as well as a sound knowledge of their mechanics and pricing.

The instructor will run a number of exercises throughout the course. Although no working experience of equity derivatives is assumed, delegates should ensure they are comfortable with the learning outcomes of the Introduction to Derivatives (including Futures, Forwards, Options & Swaps) course before attending this course.

Venue may change up to 14-days before the course start date. Enquire for dates.

CPD

6 CPD hours / points
Accredited by BPP Professional Education Limited

Description

Learning outcomes include obtaining a greater understanding of:

  • The trading and settlement mechanisms for exchange-traded index futures
  • How fair future prices can be theoretically derived, and the impact of dividend yields on forward pricing
  • How some other “delta-one” derivatives such as CFDs are used in the equity market
  • The key features of option contracts
  • The importance of volatility to the options market
  • How option traders can “delta” hedge their exposures

Who is this course for?

The course has been designed for delegates with an interest in equity derivatives – with emphasis on those derivative products commonly used in the UK marketplace. The course is targeted at anyone who works with equity derivatives or who has a more general interest in the topic. Amongst others, the course is relevant for those working for investment banks, asset management firms, law firms, accountants and financial advisory businesses.

In terms of job function the course is suitable for those working in the following areas: Trading, sales, advisory, operations, middle office, finance, IT, compliance, risk, legal, analysts.

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FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

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