- Fundamental Analysis
- World Markets
- Futures
- Equities
- Options Strategies
- Sectors
- Mutual Funds
- Stocks
- Business Cycle
- FX Case Study
- FX Trading
- currency pairs
Practical Guide to Trading Specialization
Understand the interconnectedness of the global capital markets with a practical emphasis on trading. By the end of this specialization, the interweaving of several capital markets will be apparent to students keen to learn about its mechanics, as well as those investors whose strengths are limited to their existing trading knowledge.
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What you will learn
Understand the interconnectedness of the global capital markets
Learn how to trade options, futures, currencies, and equities
Acquire knowledge of fixed income products such as corporate and municipal debt
Hands-on experience with IBKR’s global trading platform using a simulated trading account
Skills you will gain
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Applied Learning Project
Students may also further their involvement with this material by opening a Trader Workstation free demo Trading account, enabling them to enjoy a hands-on experience in a safe, simulated trading environment, while being fully immersed in the fundamentals that underpin the capital markets.
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Hands-on Project
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Earn a Certificate
When you finish every course and complete the hands-on project, you'll earn a Certificate that you can share with prospective employers and your professional network.

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