Investing 201: Intro to Commodity, Options, and Futures Markets

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13

Lessons
28

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Assignments
9

Hours
average time
0.9

CEUs
742

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Course Description

Can you predict which direction corn prices will go? Are you the type of person who enjoys taking risks? Do you want to be a part of an often fast-paced, emotional environment? A career in futures trading can lead to a great income and a large bank account. You can trade with your own account or manage a portfolio for a group of clients. When trades go the right way, it can be one of the most exciting industries to be a part of. But it's not for everyone. There are significant financial risks, and trading without a firm knowledge of the marketplace can lead to a rapid loss of money. Not sure how it works? Well, if you're looking for a general understanding of the commodity and futures market, this course is for you.

This course on Investing 201: Commodity Markets and Futures Trading is a comprehensive class that takes you through the history and regulations of the marketplace, how trading works, exchanges and trading participants, and trading strategies and systems. You'll learn the lingo and how to read a chart. When you complete the course, you'll have the knowledge to take the next steps in becoming a futures trader.

If you think you have the patience to hold on while the market moves against you; if you can stomach a disappointing loss and move ahead with your trading strategy; if you have money to risk while you learn the ropes, then you may have the qualities to become a futures trader. Start by learning the basics with this informative course.

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Course Lessons

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Lesson 1 - History of Commodities Markets

This lesson offers a brief glimpse into the growth and development of commodities and futures trading in the U.S. 12 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Complete: Lesson 1 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 1 - History of Commodities Markets

Lesson 2 - Futures Markets

Explore Futures markets at home and abroad by understanding trade and exchange organizations and how they work. 12 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video
Take Poll: Future Class Trading Options
Complete: Lesson 2 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 2 - Futures Markets

Lesson 3 - The Contract

This lesson explains the basic specifications that should be part of every futures contract. 14 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Review Article: Futures Contract Sample
Complete: Lesson 3 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 3 - The Contract

Lesson 4 - Contract Types

There are many different types of futures contracts - this lesson explains them and their differences. 15 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Complete: Lesson 4 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 4 - Contract Types

Lesson 5 - Making a Trade

This lesson explains what a trading account is and how to research and utilize resources to place orders. 14 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Review Article: Expectations from Brokers
Take Poll: Analyse This!
Complete: Lesson 5 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 5 - Making a Trade

Lesson 6 - Trading on Margin

Delve into trading margins and how to leverage trading capacity in this lesson. 10 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Complete: Lesson 6 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 6 -Trading on Margin

Lesson 7 - Regulatory Environment

Rules and regulations in this field are essential. This lesson explains government regulations and their role in futures and commodity trading. 40 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Review 2 Articles: Commodity Futures Trading Commission; Laws and Regulations
Complete: Lesson 7 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 7 - Regulatory Environment

Lesson 8 - How the Markets Work

How does the futures market work? This lesson explains market processes, who engages in futures markets and what happens when orders are placed. 15 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Take Poll: Finding a Balance
Complete: Lesson 8 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 8 - How the Markets Work

Lesson 9 - Options

This lesson explains options; options prices and how to buy, sell and manage options. 13 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Review 3 Articles: All About Options; Buying VS Selling Options; Options Resources
Complete: Lesson 9 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 9 - Options

Lesson 10 - Trading Strategies

Understand two major trading strategy fundamentals and why they are important in futures trading practices. 14 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Review Article: Technical Trading Strategies
Complete: Lesson 10 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 10 - Trading Strategies

Lesson 11 - Charts

This lesson covers a variety of charts used in the futures trading markets and how to use them to your best advantage for making trading decisions. 14 Total Points

Lesson 11 Video
Review 2 Articles: Charts and More Charts; Reading the Charts
Complete: Lesson 11 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 11 - Charts

Lesson 12 - Trading Systems

Learn how to develop a trading system for the futures market that will enhance success. This lesson explains several basic starting points for trading systems. 12 Total Points

Lesson 12 Video
Review 2 Articles: Disciplines and Strategies; The ABCs of Trading Systems
Complete: Lesson 12 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 12 - Trading Systems

Lesson 13 - Careers in Futures Trading

This lesson briefly explores careers in futures trading as well as the requirements for membership or education in the field. 592 Total Points

Lesson 13 Video
Review 2 Articles: Becoming a Trader; Beginners Guide to Trading
Take Poll: End of Course Poll
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Lesson 13 Assignment
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 13 - Careers in Futures Trading
Complete: The Final Exam

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Total Course Points

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