FIA Markets Academy has launched the Internship Academy - the go-to resource for interns and those new to the global derivatives markets. Equip your team with the fundamentals of futures markets in four short, engaging courses to improve their experience and effectiveness. We designed these online, on-demand courses to easily integrate into your existing internship or new hire programs.
CONTINUE READINGPrediction markets harness trading activity to forecast the likelihood of future events—ranging from elections and economic indicators to corporate performance and public policy outcomes. This course offers a practical introduction to how prediction markets operate, how trading behavior aggregates information, and why these markets can serve as powerful forecasting tools.
CONTINUE READINGWhether you're a futures industry professional, commercial hedger, fund manager or professional trader, it is important to understand the critical role that clearing plays in reducing the risk of counterparty default, guaranteeing the financial performance of all contracts and safeguarding customer funds.
CONTINUE READINGCommodities 101 is a foundational course designed to introduce you to the world of commodities (both physical and futures) and how they're traded. This comprehensive introductory course demystifies the world of commodities by exploring their structure, market dynamics, key participants, and the tools used to manage risk and gain exposure.
CONTINUE READINGSwaps 101 is a foundational course designed to introduce you to the world of swaps, including both over-the-counter and listed derivatives. This comprehensive introductory course demystifies the world of swaps by exploring their structure, market dynamics, key participants, and the tools used to manage risk and gain exposure.
CONTINUE READINGThis course takes a step-by-step approach to understanding how a futures trade moves through the market—from order entry and execution to clearing, settlement, and ongoing position management.
CONTINUE READINGFutures 101 explores why futures markets exist, how they have evolved, how they operate, and what sets them apart from other types of markets.
CONTINUE READINGAnatomy of a Futures Brokerage Firm offers an inside look at how futures brokerage firms are structured. It explores the role and responsibilities of the Front, Middle and Back Offices, as well as the cross-functional teams—Legal, Compliance, Risk Management, and Financial Management that advise, monitor, and support them.
CONTINUE READINGArtificial intelligence is transforming industries, including the futures industry, by enhancing efficiency, enabling automation, and driving innovation. Deploying AI without considering its ethical implications would be highly irresponsible. Jamila Piracci who is Principal at Roos Innovations explains how to navigate the ethical considerations and implications of AI.
CONTINUE READINGInterest in tokenization of real-world assets is accelerating—and the futures industry is taking notice. This Get Smart session introduces the fundamentals of tokenization and explores current and potential applications in futures markets. It offers insights you need to engage in the tokenization conversation and understand how it might apply to your role or organization.
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