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Finance & Economics

Spot Foreign Exchange (On-Demand - CFI)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar

Overview

This introductory course on foreign exchange (FX), focusing on spot foreign exchange, covers the fundamental knowledge you need to know about the FX markets. You will learn about currency conventions, the trade mechanics of FX, how to quote bid/offer rates and calculate cross rates, and various strategies and risks associated with trading FX. At the end of this course, you will be given supplemental exercises and questions to apply what you have learned in the course.

 
Access expires 180 days from purchase date

Applicable for

This introductory foreign exchange course is perfect for anyone who would like to build up their understanding of capital markets, focusing on the foreign exchange markets. This course is designed to equip anyone who desires to begin a career in fixed income, equity, sales, trading, or other areas of finance with the fundamental knowledge of foreign exchange.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

  • learn how to identify foreign exchange currency codes and currency pair ordering
  • identify and understand the difference between direct and indirect quotes
  • calculate foreign exchange cross rates
  • understand the foreign exchange settlement process
  • understand the various risks associated with the foreign exchange market
  • employ various market strategies to enhance market returns and reduce market risks

Content

The Spot Foreign Exchange course offers a comprehensive introduction to the foreign exchange (FX) market, with a focus on spot transactions. Participants will learn about currency conventions, including how to identify currency codes and understand currency pair ordering. The course covers the mechanics of FX trading, such as quoting bid/offer rates, calculating cross rates, and distinguishing between direct and indirect quotes. Additionally, it delves into the settlement process and explores various risks associated with the FX market. Learners will also examine different market strategies aimed at enhancing returns and mitigating risks. The course includes practical exercises to reinforce the concepts covered.

Course Content Created: May 2021

The information is current as of the creation  or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.

About This Product

On-Demand Courses by CFI. Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) courses are designed for finance professionals and industry practitioners who want to master the art of corporate finance. The instructions on how to access this course will be included on your registration confirmation.

Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.

How to get started

Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.

Course Dates & Registration

Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Available
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Course Details
Cost
$116
Members
$126
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2.5
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
3
Credits
Special Notes
Access to all paid on-demand learning courses will be for 180 days from the date of purchase. Please disregard any reference to the dates of either August 31 or March 31 which is for internal purposes only.
Interested in similar content?

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.

Finance & Economics

Spot Foreign Exchange (On-Demand - CFI)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
Course Details
Cost
$116
Members
$126
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2.5
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
3
Credits

Overview

This introductory course on foreign exchange (FX), focusing on spot foreign exchange, covers the fundamental knowledge you need to know about the FX markets. You will learn about currency conventions, the trade mechanics of FX, how to quote bid/offer rates and calculate cross rates, and various strategies and risks associated with trading FX. At the end of this course, you will be given supplemental exercises and questions to apply what you have learned in the course.

 
Access expires 180 days from purchase date

Applicable for

This introductory foreign exchange course is perfect for anyone who would like to build up their understanding of capital markets, focusing on the foreign exchange markets. This course is designed to equip anyone who desires to begin a career in fixed income, equity, sales, trading, or other areas of finance with the fundamental knowledge of foreign exchange.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

  • learn how to identify foreign exchange currency codes and currency pair ordering
  • identify and understand the difference between direct and indirect quotes
  • calculate foreign exchange cross rates
  • understand the foreign exchange settlement process
  • understand the various risks associated with the foreign exchange market
  • employ various market strategies to enhance market returns and reduce market risks

Content

The Spot Foreign Exchange course offers a comprehensive introduction to the foreign exchange (FX) market, with a focus on spot transactions. Participants will learn about currency conventions, including how to identify currency codes and understand currency pair ordering. The course covers the mechanics of FX trading, such as quoting bid/offer rates, calculating cross rates, and distinguishing between direct and indirect quotes. Additionally, it delves into the settlement process and explores various risks associated with the FX market. Learners will also examine different market strategies aimed at enhancing returns and mitigating risks. The course includes practical exercises to reinforce the concepts covered.

Course Content Created: May 2021

The information is current as of the creation  or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.

About This Product

On-Demand Courses by CFI. Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) courses are designed for finance professionals and industry practitioners who want to master the art of corporate finance. The instructions on how to access this course will be included on your registration confirmation.

Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.

How to get started

Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.

Course Dates & Registration

Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Available
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Special Notes
Access to all paid on-demand learning courses will be for 180 days from the date of purchase. Please disregard any reference to the dates of either August 31 or March 31 which is for internal purposes only.
Interested in similar content?

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.