Financial Derivatives

BY
TCS iON Digital Learning Hub , National Stock Exchange of India Ltd

Develop your financial knowledge by learning about the different aspects of derivatives trading in the stock exchange with this course.

Mode

Online

Duration

6 Months

Fees

₹ 11800

Inclusive of GST

Quick Facts

particular details
Collaborators National Stock Exchange of India Ltd
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study, Virtual Classroom
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
number of course credit 6

Course overview

The Financial Derivatives online course is delivered for the students to learn about the derivative instruments, the various aspects of derivatives, and their characteristics along with the strategies and techniques involved in trading. This career-oriented certification program is provided by the TCS iON digital learning hub for candidates who wish to enhance their expertise in commercial and financial aspects. The course study is designed to be finished in five to six months.

The learners in this TCS iON industry certification course are engaged with experimental learning methodologies and guided by academic and industry experts such as Dr. Priti S.Aggarwal, joint director of the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance, and Ramesh Lakshman, proprietor of the Ramesh Lakshman and company. The Financial Derivatives online certification training equips the students with six credits and offers digital certificates to the candidates who qualify under the specified criteria after completion of the course study. This course gives an understanding of the banking and trading industry while emphasizing derivatives trading.

The highlights

  • Online course
  • Six credits
  • Five to six months program
  • Mentorship 
  • Career support
  • Internships 
  • Digital certificates

Program offerings

  • Online resources
  • Online lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Hands-on sessions
  • Academic connect community
  • Industry connect community
  • Assignments
  • Practice tests
  • Summative test
  • Digital certificates
  • Credits

Course and certificate fees

Fees information
₹ 11,800  (Inclusive of GST)

The Financial Derivatives certification fee should be paid after registering for the course to get access to the online classes.

Financial Derivatives fee structure

Course Fee

Rs. 11,800

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

TCS iON

Who it is for

The Financial Derivatives online certification program is provided for commerce students to enhance their expertise in the field of trading and stocks exchange. This course helps students establish their careers as derivatives analysts, banking executives such as bank managers, and derivatives advisors.

Eligibility criteria

The students who wish to apply for the ‘Financial Derivatives’ online program should have a basic understanding of the concepts of Commerce.

Certificate qualifying details

The ‘Financial Derivatives’ program issues certificates to students who are eligible under the following aspects,

  • The students will have to get a minimum of 40% in part A, 50% in part B with a total average of 50% to receive the certificate of achievement.
  • The students who complete the course, industrial assignments, projects, and practice assessments, then they can get the certificate of participation for the course.

What you will learn

Financial knowledge Knowledge of economics Risk management Financial management Accounting proficiency Knowledge of stocks

The Financial Derivatives certification syllabus is framed for the students to learn about the details of derivatives trading with hands-on experience and simulation techniques. The students will know about the principle derivative instrument that enables anyone to trade in and the attributes of these derivatives with their applications. The candidates will also gain knowledge of the different trading strategies and the practical knowledge of the market trading application, NSE SMART. 

The syllabus

Introduction

  • Definition of Derivatives
  • Origin of derivatives and derivatives in India
  • Overview of derivatives trading regulations
  • Spot vs derivatives and over-the-counter (OTC) trade vs exchange trade
  • Types of derivatives

Applications of Derivatives

  • Participants in derivatives markets
  • Uses of derivatives - leverage, speculation and hedging

Forwards

  • Introduction to forwards
  • Forwards in financial, commodity, interest and currencies
  • How to use forwards contractsForwards

Futures

  • Introduction to futures
  • Difference between forwards and futures
  • Futures in financial, commodity, interest and currencies
  • Trading and settlement in futures
  • Futures strategies

Forward Rate Agreements (FRAs)

  • Introduction to forward rate agreements
  • Interest futures vs forward rate agreements
  • Pricing of forward rate agreements

Swaps

  • Introduction to swaps
  • Uses of swaps

Options

  • Introduction to options - similarity and difference to insurance
  • Options terminology
  • Calls and puts
  • Options for hedging and speculation
  • Using Black-Scholes options pricing model and understanding Greeks
  • Delta hedging and delta gamma hedging
  • Straddle analysis/backtesting in Excel

Structured Products

  • Basic structured products
  • Design a capital-protected structure using long-dated options

Admission details

The students applying for the ‘Financial Derivatives’ online training can register online through the website.

Step 1: Go to the course page using the link,

https://learning.tcsionhub.in/courses/industry-honour-certification/financial-derivatives/

Step 2: Click on the ‘Activate Now’ option.

Step 3: Fill in the details and create the course account.

Step 4: Join the course by following the steps


Filling the form

The applicants of the ‘Financial Derivatives’ course are required to enter their name, phone number, and email address to sign in to the course account.

Evaluation process

The students have to take up the summative assessment and clear the exam to receive the ‘Financial Derivatives’ certificate of achievement.

How it helps

The Financial Derivatives certification benefits the student by enabling them to gain knowledge and skills of financial management of derivatives trading. This certification improves the competence of the individuals to develop their prospects for industry internships and careers.

Instructors

Dr Priti S. Aggarwal
Joint Director (Academics and Training) Indian Institute of Banking and Finance Academic Expert
TCS iON

Other Masters, Ph.D

FAQs

Which institute offers the ‘Financial Derivatives’ online course?

The course is provided by the TCS iON digital learning hub.

What is the duration of the ‘Financial Derivatives’ certification?

The online program can be completed in five to six months.

What are the prerequisites for the ‘Financial Derivatives’ online certification program?

The course requires the students to have prior knowledge of commerce.

What is the mode of learning in the ‘Financial Derivatives’ certification classes?

Students will learn through the online resources, lectures, tutorials, and practicals in this training.

How are the students evaluated in the ‘Financial Derivatives’ certification training program?

The students of this course are assessed by the assignments, practice, and summative tests to receive the certificates.

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