IRD3 – Advanced Options Pricing & Hedging Volatility Risk

Course Summary

Subject: Accounting

Course Title: IRD3 – Advanced Options Pricing & Hedging Volatility Risk

Course Types: Vocational

Course Level: Entry Level 1

Course Length: 2 days

Course Description

IRD3 – Advanced Options Pricing & Hedging Volatility Risk is one of the most practical and career-focused volatility management courses available for professionals working in trading, risk, and quantitative finance. This intensive two-day program is designed to equip participants with advanced skills in options pricing, volatility modeling, and hedging strategies for both vanilla and exotic derivatives. Led by industry expert Richard Fedrick, the course blends theoretical frameworks with real-world case studies, enabling learners to apply complex concepts directly to their day-to-day roles. Ideal for derivatives traders, quants, risk managers, and structured product specialists, this course provides a deep understanding of how volatility impacts pricing and risk, and how to construct effective hedging strategies under various market conditions. By the end of the program, attendees will be better prepared to make informed, strategic decisions in high-stakes financial environments.

Course Entry Guidelines

To get the most out of the IRD3 – Advanced Options Pricing & Hedging Volatility Risk course, participants should meet the following requirements:

1. Basic Knowledge of Options
   A solid understanding of fundamental option concepts (calls, puts, payoffs, etc.) is essential.

2. Familiarity with Financial Mathematics
   Participants should be comfortable with core mathematical tools used in finance, such as probability, statistics, and basic calculus.

3. Experience in Derivatives or Risk Management
   Prior exposure to trading, structuring, treasury, or risk functions is highly recommended.

4. Understanding of Market Dynamics
   A working knowledge of how financial markets operate, including the role of volatility and interest rates.

5. Fluency in English
   As the course is delivered in English with technical terminology, proficiency in both written and spoken English is necessary.

Course Fees

GBP 1950

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