About this Course
Dive into the world of trading with an overview of financial markets and the instruments traded within them. Learn how different markets (stocks, forex, commodities, and more) operate, and discover the critical skills and mindset required to succeed as a trader.
What you’ll learn
- Basic terminology: bids, asks, spreads, and order types
- Key market participants and how prices move
- Introduction to trading tools (charts, brokers, platforms)
- Essential risk management concepts
Requirements
No prior experience needed. A willingness to learn about global financial markets and access to a computer/internet for trading simulations are helpful.
In this course you will be able to
- Understand how various financial markets function
- Differentiate between short-term trading and long-term investing
- Open a basic trading account and navigate a trading platform
- Recognize fundamental risk management principles
Course Curriculum
You’ll begin by exploring the structure of key markets, then move on to basic trading terminology and order types. The course concludes with a look at essential risk management strategies and a roadmap for further study.
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