Executive Certificate in Global Financial Markets
Essential course for all financial markets practitioners
Delivery:
Online
Duration:
12 weeks
Course code:
F116GFC

Price per person (Ex. VAT): £2,359 3 months
For group bookings, to discuss tailored delivery or for any questions about this course, please get in touch:
Course Director
Duncan Hughes
Course Director
Course Overview
This comprehensive programme provides students with up-to-date knowledge of global financial markets, which continue to evolve to meet the needs of modern economies. It examines how markets adapt to geopolitical events and risks as well as the challenges of – inter alia – the transition to a more sustainable socio-economic future.
The programme covers all principal public and private capital markets, both individually and from the perspectives of their interactions and convergence, as the importance of private equity and debt markets continues to grow.
The roles of key participants, from corporates and governments seeking to access financial markets for capital and liquidity resources, to banks, other intermediaries and regulators, are explored throughout the course. The programme uses case studies and examples from international financial markets to illustrate key points and issues and highlight regional differences in market structures and cultures.
In addition to developing a deep understanding of how financial markets function, the course provides delegates with the quantitative skills to analyse key financial instruments from both valuation and risk perspectives.
18 CPD hours awarded by ZISHI, a recognised CISI Premier Training Partner.
Key Benefits
- Deep understanding: Gain insights into global financial markets, economic roles, market dynamics and valuation approaches through six chapters of study.
- Flexible learning: Study anytime and anywhere that suits you. Varied learning activities allow you to balance professional and personal commitments effectively.
- Expert guidance: Receive expert insights and personalised support throughout your studies from Course Director, Duncan Hughes, a seasoned finance professional with over 30 years’ experience.
- Certification: Obtain an Executive Certificate from the University of Bath
School of Management, boosting your credentials and expertise in the field.
Course Chapters at a Glance
- Chapter 1 – Contemporary Financial Markets: Economic role and principal participants
- Chapter 2 – Bonds & Money Markets: Debt capital markets and liquidity instruments
- Chapter 3 – Public Equity Markets: Market dynamics and valuation approaches
- Chapter 4 – FX & Derivatives: Roles in international transactions and risk management
- Chapter 5 – Private Capital Markets: Principal private equity types and private debt markets
- Chapter 6 – Structured Finance: Meeting complex financing and specific investor requirements

Who Will Benefit From This Course
This course provides students with a comprehensive and practical understanding of global financial markets, making it the ideal programme for the following roles and functions:
- Securities traders
- Investment bankers
- Fund managers
- Securities market brokers
- Bank relationship managers
- IT professionals in financial institutions
- Financial analysts
- Currency and FX traders
How You Will Learn
Delivered 100% online, the 12-week programme consists of six chapters that can be studied at your own pace. You will complete a variety of activities designed to reinforce your learning:
- Study course workbooks
- Watch recorded video tutorials
- Analyse business-focused case studies
- Explore examples that illustrate core topics
- Complete knowledge checks and quizzes
- Participate in discussion groups and the Course Director via the dedicated course forum
- Complete your final assignment
Study on the go: Access all lessons and materials via our responsive online Learning Management System (LMS). You can log in from any device with an internet connection and download resources at your convenience.

Price per person (Ex. VAT): £2,359 3 months
For group bookings, to discuss tailored delivery or for any questions about this course, please get in touch:
Course Director
Duncan Hughes
Course Director
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