Derivatives courses can help you learn pricing models, risk management techniques, and the valuation of financial instruments. You can build skills in analyzing market trends, constructing hedging strategies, and applying quantitative methods to assess risk. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial modeling and software for statistical analysis, that support executing trades and managing portfolios effectively.

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Color Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Matlab, Calculus, Probability & Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Mathematical Software, Algebra, Derivatives, Model Optimization
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Credit Risk, Operational Risk, Portfolio Risk, Derivatives, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Financial Market, Risk Management, Financial Modeling, Securities (Finance), Investments, Market Dynamics, Estimation, Probability, Probability Distribution
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Dependency Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Algebra, Engineering Analysis, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Huddersfield
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Model Optimization, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Skills, Engineering Analysis, Derivatives
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Brokerage, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Investment Banking, Capital Markets, Securities Trading, Financial Systems, Transaction Processing, Financial Regulations, Financial Regulation, Equities, Regulatory Compliance, Finance, Banking, Reconciliation, Derivatives, Operations Management, IT Infrastructure, AI Workflows, Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Exploratory Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Derivatives, Geometry
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, General Mathematics, Data Science, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Stanford Online
Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Prenatal Care, Preventative Care, Family Support, Nutrition and Diet
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Investments, Securities (Finance), Financial Systems, Investment Management, Securities Trading, General Finance, Capital Markets, Equities, Financial Trading, Finance, Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Corporate Finance, Business Mathematics, Cash Flows
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks