This course examines the global commodities and foreign exchange markets, offering practical strategies for analyzing and trading these high-impact asset classes. It explores market drivers, macroeconomic forces, price behavior, trend analysis, and strategy frameworks used by active traders. Students learn how to apply technical and fundamental methods to identify opportunities and manage risks effectively. Designed for traders and finance learners, the course builds strong analytical and strategic skills across two of the world’s most dynamic markets.

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There are 9 modules in this class


  • Introduction to CommoditiesUnlock this class to watch4m 34s
  • How the Commodities Market WorksUnlock this class to watch6m 9s
  • Overview of the FOREX MarketUnlock this class to watch1m 45s
  • Market Analysis for Commodities & ForexUnlock this class to watch4m 6s
  • Importance of commodities and FOREX in the global financial systemUnlock this class to watch1m 3s
  • Regulatory Environment and ComplianceUnlock this class to watch1m 26s

  • Trend Following StrategiesUnlock this class to watch5m 15s
  • Mean Reversion StrategiesUnlock this class to watch3m 14s
  • Breakout StrategiesUnlock this class to watch4m 19s
  • Hedging Strategies with CommoditiesUnlock this class to watch3m 41s
  • Seasonal and weather-based strategiesUnlock this class to watch1m 18s
  • Spread trading and arbitrage opportunitiesUnlock this class to watch1m 21s

  • Risk Management EssentialsUnlock this class to watch3m 22s
  • The Psychology of Successful TradingUnlock this class to watch3m 10s
  • Building a Long-Term Trading StrategyUnlock this class to watch2m 50s

  • Currency Market IntroductionUnlock this class to watch1m 21s
  • Understanding the BasicsUnlock this class to watch2m 34s
  • FOREX Market AnalysisUnlock this class to watch1m 27s

  • Popular Technical StrategiesUnlock this class to watch9m 6s
  • Fundamental Powerhouse StrategiesUnlock this class to watch3m 22s

  • Protecting Your CapitalUnlock this class to watch2m 42s
  • Developing a Trading PlanUnlock this class to watch2m 32s

  • Trading with LeverageUnlock this class to watch1m 47s
  • Algorithmic TradingUnlock this class to watch1m 7s
  • Advanced Technical AnalysisUnlock this class to watch1m 17s

  • Successful Trading Strategies in ActionUnlock this class to watch6m 24s
  • ClosingUnlock this class to watch1m 36s

Final exam

Assess your learning with a final exam covering all class topics.

This class is part of the following certifications

Issued by Capital Academy and the American University in Dubai (AUD)
AI & Algo Trading Certification (AIAT)

AI & Algo Trading Certification (AIAT)

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ClassFAQs

The course aims to teach learners how to design, build, and manage a diversified investment portfolio using robo-advisor platforms, supported by Excel-based modeling, automation, and performance-evaluation tools.
The course is designed for finance professionals and individual investors seeking practical, hands-on skills in constructing and maintaining portfolios powered by robo-advisor systems.
The module covers the definition, history, and evolution of robo-advisors, along with market drivers, Modern Portfolio Theory, and key principles of risk-averse investment strategies.
The course guides learners through data collection, historical analysis, calculation of investment metrics, forecasting returns, applying risk-management techniques, and automating workflows using Excel functions and VBA.
Learners will understand industry growth, rebalancing methods, regulatory considerations, platform comparisons, and will build and evaluate a sample portfolio in Excel based on client parameters.

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