Agri Commodity Futures Trading Course Outline
This comprehensive course has 41 Lessons in 7 Modules. It can be very useful for any Agri Commodity Trader or Agri Commodity Trading Company. The Module 1 with 6 Lessons is being offered Free, to give you an idea of the course content and structure.
Module 1: Introduction to Agri-Commodity Futures Markets
- Understanding the Role of Futures Markets in Agriculture
- Key Participants in Agri-Commodity Futures Trading
- Overview of Major Agri-Commodity Exchanges and Contracts
- Contract Specifications: Grain, Livestock, and Softs
- Introduction to Price Discovery and Market Efficiency
- Case Study: Analyzing Historical Price Volatility in Corn Futures
Module 2: Fundamental Analysis of Agri-Commodities
- Supply and Demand Factors Affecting Agri-Commodity Prices
- Understanding Crop Production Cycles and Weather Impacts
- Government Policies and Regulations in Agriculture
- Analyzing USDA Reports and Market Data
- Interpreting Global Trade Flows and Export Demand
- Practical Exercise: Forecasting Soybean Prices Based on Supply and Demand
Module 3: Technical Analysis for Agri-Commodity Futures
- Introduction to Charting Techniques: Candlesticks and Bar Charts
- Identifying Trendlines, Support, and Resistance Levels
- Using Technical Indicators: Moving Averages, RSI, and MACD
- Chart Patterns: Head and Shoulders, Double Tops, and Triangles
- Volume and Open Interest Analysis in Futures Trading
- Developing a Technical Trading Strategy for Wheat Futures
Module 4: Speculative Trading Strategies in Agri-Commodities
- Day Trading Strategies for Agri-Commodity Futures
- Swing Trading Techniques for Capturing Short-Term Trends
- Position Trading Strategies for Long-Term Investments
- Using Options to Enhance Speculative Trading
- Risk Management Techniques for Speculative Trading
- Case Study: Evaluating the Profitability of a Speculative Corn Trade
Module 5: Advanced Trading Concepts and Strategies
- Intermarket Analysis: Relationships Between Agri-Commodities
- Understanding Basis Trading and Convergence
- Spread Trading Strategies: Calendar and Inter-Commodity Spreads
- Algorithmic Trading and Automated Systems
- The Impact of News and Events on Agri-Commodity Prices
- Practical Exercise: Developing a Spread Trading Strategy for Corn and Soybean
Module 6: Risk Management and Trading Psychology
- Identifying and Managing Different Types of Trading Risk
- Position Sizing and Capital Allocation Strategies
- Stop-Loss Orders and Profit Targets
- Understanding Margin Requirements and Leverage
- The Psychology of Trading: Overcoming Fear and Greed
- Developing a Trading Plan and Maintaining Discipline
Module 7: Regulatory Environment and Ethical Considerations
- Overview of Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Regulations
- Understanding Insider Trading and Market Manipulation
- Ethical Considerations in Agri-Commodity Futures Trading
- Compliance and Reporting Requirements
- The Role of Clearinghouses in Futures Markets
- Case Study: Analyzing a Regulatory Enforcement Action in Agri-Commodities
Course Fee: $199 USD only (very affordable for a lifetime earning skill). The standard course fee is $299 USD for this course, and it’s being offered currently at 35% discount at $199 USD for a limited time.
Course Format: Online, Self Study, with Email Support for Q&A, and 15-30 minutes Zoom video at the start of the course.
Course Completion Duration: 6-8 weeks approximately (assuming 1 lesson per day) will be needed for most participants
Certificate of Completion: This will be awarded to those course participants who pass the final exam with 80% or higher score. This exam can be taken anytime after 2 months of course registration. It will be an objective exam with multiple choice questions, with one or more correct answers. The exam will be conducted by GSBX.org, which is an education platform and our partner in conducting such courses and their exams, to give certifications.
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