Indexes, ETFs, Derivatives, and CFDs
This course takes learners beyond simple buy-and-hold investing into the world of indexes, exchange-traded funds, and derivatives — the instruments that let modern traders track entire markets, diversify instantly, and profit from both rising and falling prices. Across four in-depth lessons, students learn how these powerful tools are built, priced, and traded.
Course curriculum
What is a Financial Index ?
What is a Financial Index ? (Article)
What is a Financial Index ? (Quiz)
Requirements
Prerequisite Course: "Different types of Financial Markets"
Outcomes
Financial Index
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs)
Financial Derivatives
Contract for Difference (CFD)
Student Reviews
49 Reviews
Student Reviews
Liam Diaz
This was a fantastic learning experience, the pace of the lessons was well explained, never felt rushed or too slow. Great value for money.
Maria Martin
In all honesty, this was really well done. The explanation of Exchange traded funds (ETFs) answered questions I've had for a long time. Short, sharp and to the point.
Diego Lopez
The breakdown of What are Financial Derivatives made a fairly technical topic feel manageable. This will help me a lot going forward.
Brian Anderson
As someone new to trading, this was a great starting point. This section on What are Financial Derivatives was detailed without being overwhelming. Wish I had found this sooner.
Jack Cooper
By far one of the most useful lessons so far. This section on CFD (Contract for Difference) was detailed without being overwhelming. Short, sharp and to the point.
Nicole Collins
Well worth the time, found the video lessons easy to digest and much better than reading a textbook. A great starting point for anyone new to trading.
Jason Chavez
Well worth the time, everything was well paced, I never felt lost or confused.
Stephen Richardson
Coming from a non-finance background, this was easy to follow. The comparison of risk levels around Exchange traded funds (ETFs) was particularly useful. The instructor explained it in a way that finally made sense.
Katherine Carter
Very happy with this course, everything was concise, I never felt lost or confused.
Patrick Rogers
Really enjoyed this lesson. I finally understand the difference thanks to the section on CFD (Contract for Difference). I finally understand something I've been confused about for years.
