CFA Level 1 Derivatives

Derivatives Course by Prof. James Forjan, PhD, CFA

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Description

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Our video lessons follow the same pattern as the 57 readings from the curriculum, with the exception that we emphasize the LOS – the learning objectives on which exam questions are based! Plus, we add convenient mathematical examples throughout so that you are better prepared on the big day.

Professor James Forjan, who has taught college-level finance classes for over 23 years, summarizes Level I of the CFA exam curriculum in 57 clear and simple videos. With a clear passion for teaching, Prof. Forjan has worked in the CFA exam preparation industry for decades after earning his charter in 2004. His resume includes:

  • BS in Accounting

  • MSc in Finance

  • PhD in Finance (minor in Economics and two PhD level classes in Econometrics)

  • Has taught at different 6 universities (undergraduate and graduate-level Finance classes)

  • Co-author of investment books

  • Has crafted, edited, updated, and upgraded a multitude of CFA exam-type questions at all levels

  • And much more…

This course includes:

  • Videos covering each Derivatives reading (downloadable)

  • Downloadable Powerpoint slides (in PDF format)

In this video series, Professor James Forjan summarizes the CFA Level 1 Derivatives chapters. Prof. Forjan has taught undergraduate and graduate business classes for over 25 years and is a co-author of investment books. All of the important concepts from the CFA Level I Derivatives, and Alternative Investments chapters are explained in detail and each video includes many question examples.

The answers file includes detailed explanations and the referring LOS. Learn from the #1 rated CFA & FRM preparation institution − AnalystPrep.

The readings covered in this course are:

Derivatives

  • Module 1 – Derivative Instrument and Derivative Market Features

  • Module 2 – Forward Commitment and Contingent Claim Features and Instruments

  • Module 3 – Derivative Benefits, Risks, and Issuer and Investor Uses

  • Module 4 – Arbitrage, Replication, and the Cost of Carry in Pricing Derivatives

  • Module 5 – Pricing and Valuation of Forward Contracts and For An Underlying with Varying Maturities

  • Module 6 – Pricing and Valuation of Futures Contracts

  • Module 7 – Pricing and Valuation of Interest Rate and Other Swaps

  • Module 8 – Pricing and Valuation of Options

  • Module 9 – Option Replication Using Put-Call Parity

  • Module 10 – Valuing a Derivative Using a One-Period Binomial Model

What You Will Learn!

  • CFA Level 1 Derivatives
  • Pricing Options
  • Pricing Futures
  • Pricing Forward Contracts
  • Pricing Swaps

Who Should Attend!

  • CFA Level 1 candidates