The CFST® (Catalyst Futures Systematic Trading) Exam is a pivotal certification for derivatives professionals, testing their knowledge in trading, compliance, and technological advancements. Gaining this certification demonstrates a commitment to excellence and expertise in the field, enhancing individual career prospects. For firms, encouraging employees to take the CFST® Exam signifies investing in their team’s proficiency and keeping them abreast of industry developments, thereby boosting the firm's competitive edge in the dynamic derivatives market.
• Be part of a community of like-minded with exclusive access to Events, Seminars, Webinars with Industry Leaders
• Total Focus in Derivatives
• Multi-Jurisdiction approach to a globalised world
• Two-Level Exam and Certification
> Level I for General Professionals involved in Systematic Trading
> Level II for Specialists Developing, Testing and Monitoring Complex
Systematic Trading Strategies
Understanding of Exchange Rules and Regulation in multiple jurisdictions and exchanges
• US, UK, EU and Emerging Markets Regulations
• Exchange and Trading Rules from CME, ICE, LME, Eurex, B3 and NSE
Up-to-date with changes in regulation
Understanding of Product Characteristics and Settlement Procedures
• Risk and PnL Calculations for FX, Futures and Options
• Control of Product Terminology and Jargon for FX, Futures and Options
• Knowledge of Product and Portfolio Risk Measures
• Data Analysis and Applied Stochastics to Trading
• Concepts of Algorithm Development for Trading and Risk Management