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Derivatives Fundamentals

With Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) Liked by 144 users
Duration: 1h 12m Skill level: Beginner + Intermediate Released: 2/10/2025

Course details

Want to know more about derivatives? This course, designed by Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), covers the definition, purpose, and components of each of the four main types of derivatives—forward, futures, options, and swaps contracts—examining real-world examples of each with practical demonstrations in Microsoft Excel. Topics covered include derivative contracts, over-the-counter vs. exchange-traded derivatives, forward contracts, futures contracts, initial and maintenance margins, call and put options, moneyness, swap contracts, and more. By the end of this course, you’ll be prepared to explain the key differences between the four types of derivatives and how they can be used for hedging and speculating purposes.

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  • Practice while you learn 2 exercise files
  • Test your knowledge 4 quizzes
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