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Overview
To many within the financial services industry, derivatives are thought of as very complicated. This course demystifies the terminology and ensures a full understanding of the concepts behind derivatives. It also fosters an understanding of the instruments used and the potential risks involved.
What will you learn?
By the end of this Introduction to Derivatives course at BPP University, you will be able to:
- Understand the key participants in the derivatives market, including types of traders and investors
- Gain insight into market structure, how derivatives are used, and the concept of hedging
- Recognise why derivatives are used in addition to or instead of cash assets
- Distinguish between exchange-traded and OTC products and understand the impact of regulatory change, including EMIR and Dodd-Frank
Programme Structure
Develop a working knowledge of core derivative instruments, including:- Futures – what they are, how they work, central counterparties, margining, and practical applications
- Options – definition, pay-off profiles, settlement, pricing, intrinsic and time value
- Forward Rate Agreements
- Swaps – uses, types, interest rate swaps, currency swaps, asset/liability swaps, total return swaps, and credit default swaps
- Swaptions and an overview of other derivative instruments
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Who is the course for?
- This interactive course will be of benefit to those who wish to develop an understanding of derivatives and the markets in which they operate.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents906 GBP / full≈ 906 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents906 GBP / full≈ 906 GBP / full
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