Advanced Derivatives Trading Techniques and Risk Management

Program Overview

Advanced Derivatives Trading Techniques and Risk Management

This course provides a technical approach to advanced derivatives trading, focusing on the
management of risks in highly volatile markets. Participants will learn how to implement
complex derivatives strategies such as hedging, options trading, and advanced risk
management techniques in diverse markets. The course also covers how to adapt to market
fluctuations and adjust positions effectively using derivatives.

€2,499 €6,000

What You Will Learn:

● Advanced techniques for trading futures, options, and swaps in institutional markets.
● Risk management strategies to protect investments and portfolios during periods of
high market volatility.
● Detailed analysis of market dynamics and how to adapt your strategies to changes in
market conditions.
● Use of derivative instruments for hedging and optimizing risk exposure, along with
techniques to capitalize on price volatility.

Benefits:

● Master complex derivatives strategies used by institutional traders to manage
significant risks and maximize returns.
● Acquire a deep understanding of how to protect your investments in unstable market
conditions.
● Learn to use advanced tools for real-time decision-making and risk mitigation,
ensuring long-term profitability in a rapidly changing market environment.

Other Benefits

  • Annual Bloomberg Subscription: Gain access to Bloomberg’s industry-leading financial insights, real-time news, market analysis, and expert opinions.

  • Exclusive Investor Community Access: Join a private network of professional traders and investors to share insights, strategies, and market opportunities.

Our journey to empowering traders

Week 1: Advanced Derivatives & Portfolio Hedging

●Deep Dive into Futures, Options, and Swaps
Core mechanics, similarities/differences, and institutional use cases.

● Strategic Use of Derivatives in Volatile Markets
Enhancing portfolio performance and managing directional exposure.

● Hedging Techniques for Risk Minimization
Static and dynamic hedging with derivatives.

● Cross-Derivative Risk Management
Managing portfolio exposure using combined instruments (futures, options, swaps).

Week 2: Futures & Swaps Trading Strategies

● Advanced Futures Trading Across Asset Classes
Commodities, indices, fixed income, and FX futures.

● Trend Identification & Tactical Futures Execution
Technical and macro-based entry models.

● Interest Rate and Credit Default Swaps
Applications for hedging duration, credit exposure, and market shocks.

● Hedging with Swaps in Dynamic Environments
Real-case use of swaps for institutional portfolio protection.

Week 3: Multi-Leg Option Strategies & Volatility Trading

● Options for Hedging and Speculation
Protective puts, covered calls, collars, and synthetic structures.

● Volatility-Based Option Strategies
VIX proxies, straddles, strangles, and implied vs realized volatility trading.

● Multi-Leg and Advanced Structures
Spreads, butterflies, condors — structuring risk-reward-efficient positions.

● Dynamic Hedging with Options
Gamma scalping, delta neutral portfolios, and adjusting for volatility shifts.

Week 4: Integrated Risk Management, Live Simulation & Capstone

● Comprehensive Derivatives-Based Risk Management Framework
Integrating futures, options, and swaps into real-time portfolio oversight.

● Real-Time Exposure Management in Multi-Asset Portfolios
Techniques to monitor and adjust derivative exposure dynamically.

● Live Simulations & Trade Execution
Practice executing complex strategies in a simulated trading environment.

● Capstone Project & Industry Feedback
Develop, present, and defend a derivatives-based trading strategy with expert feedback.