Forward Contracts: Analyze, Apply & Hedge

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Course Overview

What You'll Learn

  • By the end of this course, learners will be able to identify the structure of forward contracts, apply compounding and spot rate concepts, analyze forward rate agreements, calculate forward pricing models, and evaluate hedging strategies for managing risk.
  • The course builds a strong foundation in derivatives, progressing from fundamental principles to advanced applications in commodity markets and foreign exchange.
  • Learners will benefit by mastering both theoretical concepts and real-world applications, such as pricing forwards with carrying costs, understanding arbitrage strategies, and applying interest rate parity in global finance.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to identify the structure of forward contracts, apply compounding and spot rate concepts, analyze forward rate agreements, calculate forward pricing models, and evaluate hedging strategies for managing risk. The course builds a strong foundation in derivatives, progressing from fundamental principles to advanced applications in commodity markets and foreign exchange. Learners will benefit by mastering both theoretical concepts and real-world applications, such as pricing forwards with carrying costs, understanding arbitrage strategies, and applying interest rate parity in global finance. With a structured approach, the course ensures step-by-step comprehension—from introductory payoff profiles to complex hedging mechanisms—making it suitable for beginners as well as finance professionals. What makes this course unique is its balance of core concepts, practical case studies, and risk management techniques across multiple asset classes. By combining structured theory with market-based applications, it equips learners with the skills to confidently evaluate forward contracts and apply them in professional and academic settings.

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