Introduction to Trading with Technical Analysis edX - online learning platform

Overview

Learn more at  Introduction to Trading with Technical Analysis Professional Certificate in collaboration with New York Institute of Finance - NYIFx.

Key Facts

The information in these courses can be used to develop a standalone trading methodology. It can also be used as a supplement to fundamental analysis, using fundamentals to determine what to buy or sell while using technicals to determine when to make the trades. In this way, technical analysis helps an analyst add value to their reports.

Fundamentals of Technical Analysis focuses on defining the tools of technical analysis including chart patterns and indicators. Quantitative Technical Analysis provides a strategy for incorporating the tools into an algorithmic format that can be automated or applied manually in a disciplined manner.Combined, the courses provide all the information needed to become a trader in any market around the world or an analyst specializing in technical reports of financial markets. 

Job Outlook

• Job opportunities for financial analysts, including technical analysts, would grow by 6% between 2018 and 2028. According to the BLS, the mean annual wage for financial analysts was $100,990 in May 2018.

What you will learn

• Understand the fundamentals of technical analysis.
• Understand quantitative technical analysis.