Introduction to Derivatives

By attending this training workshop, you will acquire the fundamental knowledge required, to invest in derivatives.

• Types of derivatives
• Use of derivatives in practice
• Exchange traded and OTC derivatives
• How derivatives have caused problems

This training workshop is suitable for:

• Staff working in the middle office and operations areas of financial institutions who need to understand the wide range of instruments in financial markets.
• New staff in regulatory organizations who need to broaden their knowledge of financial markets.
• Financial advisors who need a greater understanding of financial markets.

Upon completion of this training workshop, you will understand:

• The types of derivative and their uses.
• Why derivatives are a more advanced form of investment.
• The risks in investing in derivatives.