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The information and materials presented in connection with Northwestern University's School of Continuing Studies Basics and Advanced Futures and Options course(s) are for informational and educational purposes only. The information presented does not constitute trading or other advice regarding the purchase or sale of any futures, options, or other financial products or services.
Introduction to Electronic Trading - Available Online or in Class TRADE 202-0
The objective of this class is to provide the basic skills needed to trade futures contracts electronically. Individuals with limited knowledge of futures and electronic trading will benefit from the hands-on approach employed in this class. The third and fourth sessions will allow students to work with data feeds.
By the end of the course, the student: -should have created a rational, clear Trading Plan; -should be at least moderately proficient in executing that plan on the electronic trading platform in simulation; and -should be able to document trading on charts and keep useful records of trading.
*Schedule Notes:
Online section meets live at the above dates and times, but all class sessions are archived. Students are not required to log in during the live class session times.
