About the course

This course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts and strategies used in options trading. Designed for beginners, it covers the essentials of options, including calls, puts, and how these financial instruments can be used to manage risk, generate income, and enhance portfolio performance. Through clear explanations and practical examples, participants will learn how to construct simple option strategies such as long calls, long puts, covered calls, and protective puts. Emphasis is placed on understanding the key factors that influence option prices, including volatility, time decay, and the Greeks. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the knowledge to start using basic option strategies to make informed trading decisions and manage risk effectively.

Key Topics:

• Introduction to options (calls, puts, and their key characteristics)
• Understanding the options market and terminology
• Key factors influencing option pricing (delta, theta, volatility, etc.)
• Basic option strategies: long call, long put, covered call, protective put
• Risk management and trade evaluation
• Real-world application and examples of each strategy

No prior experience with options is required, making this course perfect for those looking to start their journey into options trading.