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Introduction to Trading & Hedging Energy Futures: VIRTUAL FLEX SERIES
As part of our Flex Series, this 2 hour live instructor led virtual course provides an introduction to what hedging is, why it's used and some common trading approaches. This is the second in a series of three courses that makes up our 'Introduction to Futures & Options' pathway. The other two modules in the series are:
- Introduction to Futures & the Clearing Process
- Introduction to Options
On completion of all three sections, you can take an assessment towards pathway Certification.
During these challenging times, all virtual courses are being offered at a discounted rate.
Enter code: C2020 on the booking form when checking out.
This virtual course is one of the ICE Education LIVE programs. We provide:
1. Pre-course: Access to the ICE Education learning platform for any on-demand primer content.
2. Live Virtual Sessions: Trainer led live video sessions (as per the outline below). These are short focused sessions with practical activity and interaction throughout.
3. Post-course: On-demand content remains available and you can also sign up for additional sessions. Completion of a study pathway will trigger the availability of the optional certification assessment.
All course payments must be received one day prior to the start date
Course Information
| Price | £250 + VAT | ||
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| Duration | 1 day | ||
| Location | Virtual | ||
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Who Should Attend
- New traders and brokers
- New entrants to the futures and options markets
- Support and operations people involved in the energy markets
- Sales and marketing personnel
- Individuals working in organisations such as: trading companies, banks, brokers, oil producers, consumers, refiners, distribution companies, government and associated organisations.
Booking Information
Course Content
- 09.15 - 09.30 How session will work and Welcome
- 09.30 - 10.20 Session 1
- Why and how to hedge using futures
- Calculating profit & loss
- Trade types: ICE Block, EFP/EFS
- 10.20 - 10.30 Break
- 10.30 - 11.20 Session 2
- What are spreads?
- Types: Time, Arb & Crack spread
- Ways to trade spreads
- 11.20 - 11.30 Session Review:
- Review of key learning points
- Q&A