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Finance & Economics

Equity, FX, and Rate Futures (On-Demand - CFI)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar

Overview

This course focuses on currency futures, equity index futures, and interest rate futures and forwards. The course provides insight into key concepts such as cross rates, triangular arbitrage, and currency swaps. You will also learn how to calculate the fair value of equity index futures and use these instruments to hedge a position. By the end of the course, you will also have an understanding of forward rate agreements (FRAs), short-term interest rate futures (STIRs), interest rate swaps (IRS), and the relationship between spot rates and forward rates.

 
Access expires 180 days from purchase date

Applicable for

This course is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of futures and forwards. It is designed to benefit students and professionals looking to begin a career in derivatives trading or for anyone interested in learning more about the space.  

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

  • identify triangular arbitrage opportunities by calculating cross rates
  • understand how to use equity index futures to hedge a position
  • describe the relationship between spot rates and forward rates
  • explain FRAs, STIRs, and IRS
  • understand currency futures, equity index futures, and interest rate futures

Content

This course teaches learners how to navigate the world of futures and forwards across currency, equity, and interest rate markets. Through practical examples, participants will explore concepts like cross rates, triangular arbitrage, and currency swaps. The course also covers calculating the fair value of equity index futures, understanding forward rate agreements (FRAs), short-term interest rate futures (STIRs), interest rate swaps (IRS), and the relationship between spot and forward rates. By the end, learners will be equipped to apply these instruments for hedging and trading strategies in various financial contexts.

Course Content Created: July 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 While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur.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
$158
Members
$168
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2.5
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
4
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

Equity, FX, and Rate Futures (On-Demand - CFI)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
Course Details
Cost
$158
Members
$168
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2.5
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
4
Credits

Overview

This course focuses on currency futures, equity index futures, and interest rate futures and forwards. The course provides insight into key concepts such as cross rates, triangular arbitrage, and currency swaps. You will also learn how to calculate the fair value of equity index futures and use these instruments to hedge a position. By the end of the course, you will also have an understanding of forward rate agreements (FRAs), short-term interest rate futures (STIRs), interest rate swaps (IRS), and the relationship between spot rates and forward rates.

 
Access expires 180 days from purchase date

Applicable for

This course is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of futures and forwards. It is designed to benefit students and professionals looking to begin a career in derivatives trading or for anyone interested in learning more about the space.  

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

  • identify triangular arbitrage opportunities by calculating cross rates
  • understand how to use equity index futures to hedge a position
  • describe the relationship between spot rates and forward rates
  • explain FRAs, STIRs, and IRS
  • understand currency futures, equity index futures, and interest rate futures

Content

This course teaches learners how to navigate the world of futures and forwards across currency, equity, and interest rate markets. Through practical examples, participants will explore concepts like cross rates, triangular arbitrage, and currency swaps. The course also covers calculating the fair value of equity index futures, understanding forward rate agreements (FRAs), short-term interest rate futures (STIRs), interest rate swaps (IRS), and the relationship between spot and forward rates. By the end, learners will be equipped to apply these instruments for hedging and trading strategies in various financial contexts.

Course Content Created: July 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.