Course description
Overview of Derivative Market Operations is a VIRTUAL classroom course presented by the energy training experts at Mennta Energy Solutions.
This workshop provides an overview of derivative trading operations.
Topics explored during an overview of forwards, futures, options and swaps instruments, how they are used, and the key operational tasks involved in managing derivative instrument transactions.
A key element of the course is that you get the chance to put the knowledge learned into practice through a series of educational and enjoyable class exercises. These exercises are designed to reinforce and extend your learning from the class.
This virtual solution is comprised of two live instructor-led sessions hosted on state-of-the-art training software with video, audio, chat, live polls, breakout sessions and much more!
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Content
Forwards
- How forwards are used, including bookouts, nominations, contract terms and timeline
Exchange trading
- Overview of futures and options trading
- How futures and options are used
- Exchanges and their trading platforms
- Contract specifications and termination rules
- Margining & clearing: cash flows involved in opening, holding and closing futures positions
- How physical delivery and cash settlement work for futures contracts
- EFP and EFS deal process: what is agreed, how they are invoiced, why and when they are used
OTC derivative instruments
- Types of OTC instruments: swaps, basis swaps, options, and how they are used
- Common indices and settlement rules
- Trading platforms, clearing and settlement in OTC trading