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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study, Virtual Classroom | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Options trading has become increasingly popular among investors as a way to potentially earn profits in the stock market. Options Strategy (Online) certification course by Columbia Business School will help you to analyze its complex and risky nature with the guidance of experts.
Options Strategy (Online) certification by Emeritus provides you with the knowledge of different types of options, how they function, and how to use them effectively in their investment strategies. Candidates will gain insights into options pricing, trading techniques, and risk management.
With the help of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of options and how to confidently incorporate them into their investment decisions. Candidates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to analyze market trends, evaluate potential risks, and make informed choices when trading options. Options Strategy (Online) training helps individuals to learn options trading with greater confidence, enabling them to enhance their investment returns while effectively managing risks.
The Highlights
- Live Q&A
- 6 Weeks to Complete
- Real World Exercises
- Peer Learning
- Offered by Columbia Business School
Programme Offerings
- Dedicated Support Team
- Certificate
- Discussion Forums
- Weekly Assignments
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Columbia Business School, New York |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification Qualifying Details of Options Strategy (Online)
To earn the certificate, participants must successfully finish all course assignments and projects. The assignments and projects are designed to assess participant’s knowledge, and skills in the subject.
What you will learn
By the end of the Options Strategy (Online) certification syllabus candidate will have the necessary knowledge and skills in options trading. The candidate will be able to confidently analyze options, implement appropriate strategies, and use them as a valuable tool for enhancing your investment portfolio.
Who it is for
Options Strategy (Online) classes are designed for individuals who are in the following careers:
Admission Details
To apply for the Options Strategy (Online) course, follow these simple steps:
Step 1. Go to the website https://online1.gsb.columbia.edu/ and find the course called Options Strategy (Online).
Step 2. Alternatively, you can directly access the course application page at https://online1.gsb.columbia.edu/options-strategy/.
Step 3. Click on the "Apply Now" button to start your application.
Step 4. If you already have an account, log in. If not, create a new account.
Step 5. Choose the Options Strategy (Online) course and make the necessary payment to
Application Details
To apply for the course, you will need to fill out an application form with your name, address, phone number, and zip code. You will also be asked about your previous job, company, work experience, and role.
The Syllabus
- Identify types of derivatives and motives for using them
- Identify key characteristics of different types of options
- Differentiate between standardized and bespoke contract options
- Explain the mechanics of option trading
- Compare cash and physical settlement
- Define call options and their payoffs from both the buyer’s and writer’s perspective
- Describe the intrinsic value and time value components of an option price
- Differentiate between investing in equities and options from a return and risk perspectives
- Explain put options and put option payoffs from the perspectives of the buyer and the writer
- Explain the motivations for buying or selling put options
- Describe covered call and protective put strategies
- Define put-call parity and explain its applications
- Define straddles and strangles and explain their uses
- Explain how to use option strategies to monetize event risk
- Describe the Black–Scholes formula’s and the binomial model’s roles in options valuation
- Derive option prices in a binomial model using no-arbitrage hedging methods
- Calculate option portfolio values using the Black–Scholes formula
- Conduct scenario analyses recognizing the limitations of the Black–Scholes formula
- Differentiate between realized and implied volatility
- Calculate implied volatility from option prices
- Understand and interpret the cross section of implied volatility (implied volatility skew)
- Study the term structure of implied volatility
- Evaluate market volatility using the VIX® Index
- Quantify option risks using the Greeks: Delta, Gamma, and Theta
- Understand and interpret the variance risk premium
- Study risks associated with trading options in practice
- Quantify event risks
Instructors
Columbia Business School, New York Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
This programme is designed for individuals who are interested in expanding their knowledge of options trading. It is beneficial for both fresher and experienced investors.
The programme is delivered entirely online.
Yes, participants who successfully complete all the required assignments and projects will receive a certificate of completion from the Columbia Business School.
The duration of this programme is 6 weeks.
4-6 hours per week are required for this course.