Introduction into Derivatives
Description
Derivative contracts are among the most common and actively traded financial instruments in the world. They are
used to hedge financial risks and for speculation in financial markets. Futures and options are exchange-traded
derivatives, while forwards, swaps and options are over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives. Derivatives markets have
attracted particular attention since the financial crisis of 2007-2008., when the number of defaults, including on
derivative contracts, led to the bankruptcy of several major financial institutions. The course gives a basic understanding of such derivative contracts as forwards, futures, options, swaps
is issued on the Luxoft Training form
Objectives
To provide the audience the understanding of the essence of the derivative contact, types of derivatives, main
differences between exchange-traded derivatives and OTC derivatives, features of forwards, futures, options, swaps,
Target Audience
Testers, System and Business Analysts, Architects, Developers, and Project Managers working on investment
banking projects
Prerequisites
FIN-001. Introduction into Financial Markets
Roadmap
Basics of derivatives; Forwards; Futures; Options; Swap