Options Trading: Beginner to Advanced

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Options Trading: Beginner to Advanced

Unlock the Power of Options with Expert Training

Dive into the world of options trading with our comprehensive course designed for both beginners and experienced traders. Whether you’re looking to understand the basics or refine your trading strategies, this course covers everything you need to know to trade options confidently and effectively.

Course Highlights

1. Introduction to Options

Get started with the fundamentals of options trading. Learn about:

Option Contracts: Discover the core components and mechanics.
Call & Put Options: Understand the rights and obligations associated with each.
Strike Price & Expiration: Explore key concepts that influence option pricing.
Option Premium & Leverage: Learn how premiums are set and how leverage works.

2. Option Settlement

Master the settlement process to navigate expiration and assignment with ease:

Exercising & Assigning Options: Learn the procedures and implications.
Early Exercise & Assignment Risks: Understand the strategic considerations.
Settlement Methods: Compare physical vs. cash settlements and their timelines.

3. American vs. European-style Options

Distinguish between option styles to optimize your trading strategy:

European Options: Explore the features and limitations.
American Options: Understand the flexibility and its impact on trading.
Assignment Risks & Management: Learn to manage risks and avoid early assignment.

4. Option Pricing

Delve into the intricacies of option pricing and volatility:

Intrinsic & Extrinsic Value: Understand their roles and calculations.
Volatility & Pricing Models: Learn about historical vs. implied volatility and models like Black-Scholes.
Volatility Skew & Smile: Explore how these factors affect pricing and strategy.

5. Option Greeks

Gain insights into the Greeks to enhance your trading strategies:

Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega, Rho: Learn how each Greek affects options pricing and strategy.
Delta Hedging & Gamma Risk: Manage risks and adjust your positions effectively.

6. Moneyness

Understand the impact of moneyness on options:

In-The-Money (ITM), Out-Of-The-Money (OTM), At-The-Money (ATM): Learn how these terms influence your options strategies.

7. Types of Options

Explore different option types and their strategic uses:

Put-Call Options: From buyers’ and sellers’ perspectives.
Visualizing Profit & Loss: Use graphical representations to assess trades.

8. Risk Management

Implement effective risk management techniques to protect your capital:

Position Sizing & Stop Loss: Learn how to size your positions and set stop losses.
Hedging vs. Diversification: Understand the differences and when to use each.

9. Option Strategies

Master a wide range of strategies to suit various market conditions:

Long & Short Calls/Puts: Setup, adjustments, and hedging strategies.
Debit & Credit Spreads: Learn about Bull Call, Bear Call, Bull Put, and Bear Put Spreads.
Complex Strategies: Explore Iron Condors, Iron Butterflies, and Ratio Spreads.

Why Choose This Course?

Expert Instruction: Learn from seasoned traders with years of experience.
Comprehensive Content: From basic concepts to advanced strategies, every topic is covered.
Practical Application: Gain real-world skills and knowledge to apply in your trading.
Interactive Learning: Engage with dynamic content, examples, and practical exercises.

Enroll Today!

Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to excel in options trading. Join our course and transform your trading approach.

Benefits of the course

Comprehensive Coverage: Master all aspects of options trading from basics to advanced strategies.
Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced traders with practical insights and tips.
In-depth Understanding: Gain clarity on complex concepts like volatility, Greeks, and pricing models.
Practical Skills: Develop hands-on experience with real-world trading scenarios and strategies.
Risk Management: Learn effective techniques for managing and mitigating risks.
Versatile Strategies: Explore a wide range of strategies including Long/Short Calls/Puts, Spreads, and Complex Strategies.
Dynamic Adjustments: Learn how to adjust positions based on market movements and changing conditions.
Rolling Strategies: Understand how to roll options to extend positions or manage risk.
Hedging Techniques: Master techniques to hedge against adverse market movements.
Strategic Adjustments: Explore adjustments for common strategies such as Bull Call Spreads, Iron Condors, and Short Strangles.
Risk Mitigation: Implement adjustments to minimize losses and lock in gains.
Interactive Learning: Benefit from engaging content, examples, and practical exercises.
Enhanced Decision-Making: Improve your ability to make informed trading decisions.

Course Content

What is an Option Contracts
What is Call Option
What is Put Option
What is a Strike Price
Expiration
Option Premium
Options Leverage
Open Intrest
Bid-Ask Spread
Order Types
Other Options Terminologies

Options expiration
Exercising options
Options Assignment
What is Options Early Assignament
Random Assignment
Assignment Risk
Closing Assigned Positions
Dividend Assignment
Settlement

Introduction
Differences between European and American Options
Options Assignment
How to Avoid Early Option Assignment
Managing Assignment Risk
Best Practices: What to know about Assignment

Intrinsic Value
Extrinsic Value
Extrinsic Value vs. Intrinsic Value

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Factors that Influence Extrinsic Value
Time Value
Volatility
Historical Volatility
Implied Volatility
Difference between Implied Volatility and Historical Volatility
How to calculate Implied Volatility?
How does Implied Volatility go up or down?
How does volatility affect options pricing?
Implied volatility skew
Option skew
IV rank
IV percentile
Volatility index (VIX)
How Dividends effect Options Pricing?
Interest Rates
Volatility Smile
Volatility Smirk
Black-Scholes Model

Introduction
Delta
Gamma
Theta
Vega
Rho

Introduction
In-The-Money (ITM)
Out-Of-The-Money (OTM)
At-The-Money (ATM)
Example

Put-call options from the buyers’ point of view
Put-call options from the sellers’ point of view
Visualize Options Profit and Loss
Options Trading vs Stock Trading

Position sizing
Set A Firm Stop Loss Level
Be Consistent With Your Positions
$10,000 Account Position Sizing
$100,000 Account Position Sizing
How To Determine Your Most Appropriate Position Size
Equity Risked
Sequence of Returns
Hedging
Difference between Hedging and Diversification?
Why Diversification alone is Insufficient
Why should I hedge my portfolio?

Long Call
Adjusting a Long Call
Long Put
Adjusting a Long Put
Short Call
Adjusting a Short Call
Short Put
Adjusting a Short Put
Debit Spreads
Bull Call Spread
Adjusting a Bull Call Debit Spread
Bear Call Spread
Adjusting a Bear Call Spread
Bull Put Spread
Adjusting a Bull Put Spread
Bear Put Spread
Adjusting a Bear Put Spread
Short Straddle
Adjusting a Short Straddle
Short Strangle
Adjusting a Short Strangle
Iron Condor
Adjusting an Iron Condor
Iron Butterfly
Adjusting an Iron Butterfly
Call Ratio Spread
Adjusting a Call Ratio Spread
Put Ratio Spread
Adjusting a Put Ratio Spread
Covered Call
Adjusting a Covered Call

$150 $500

Update: July 21, 2024
Lectures106
Skill LevelAll Levels
LanguageEnglish
Course Duration: 20h

Requirements

Basic Financial Literacy: Understanding of basic financial concepts such as stocks, bonds, and market dynamics.
Familiarity with Stock Market: General knowledge of how the stock market operates, including fundamental concepts like buying and selling shares.
Basic Mathematical Skills: Comfort with fundamental mathematics, including basic algebra and percentage calculations.
Computer Proficiency: Ability to navigate online trading platforms and use basic software tools for analysis and research.
Interest in Financial Markets: A strong interest in learning about trading strategies and financial instruments.
Willingness to Learn: Openness to engaging with complex concepts and applying them in practical scenarios.
No Prior Options Knowledge Required: The course is designed to be accessible to those with little or no prior knowledge of options trading.

Target Audience

Aspiring Traders: Individuals new to options trading who want a structured introduction to the market and trading strategies.
Intermediate Traders: Those with basic knowledge of trading who seek to deepen their understanding of options and refine their strategies.
Experienced Investors: Seasoned traders looking to expand their toolkit with advanced options strategies and risk management techniques.
Financial Professionals: Analysts, portfolio managers, and financial advisors who need a comprehensive understanding of options to better serve their clients.
Active Traders: Individuals who trade stocks or other assets and want to incorporate options into their trading strategies for enhanced flexibility and potential.
Risk Managers: Professionals interested in learning sophisticated risk management techniques to hedge and manage portfolios effectively.
Retirement Planners: Investors seeking strategies to generate income or protect their retirement savings using options.
Market Enthusiasts: Individuals passionate about financial markets and looking for a detailed, practical approach to options trading.
Students and Researchers: Academics and students studying finance and trading who need a thorough, practical understanding of options markets.
Technology and Finance Enthusiasts: Those interested in leveraging technology for trading and seeking to apply advanced trading models and simulations.

Options Trading: Beginner to Advanced

$150 $500

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