Certificate in Derivatives Market

Strategies (CDMS)

The CDMS will help you unlock the complex world of derivatives, gain
recognition for your expertise, and advance your career.

What will I gain with the CDMS?

» With derivatives a fast growing financial instrument category, demonstrate that you have
achieved an advanced, global standard in developing strategies for their use.

» Extend your knowledge of exchange-traded derivatives products and introduce OTC

derivatives and their various product characteristics and applications.

» Gain an in-depth understanding of the various underlying markets which key derivative
instruments are based on and in which they are frequently used.

» Attain the skills to unravel the technical complexities of derivatives into actionable
knowledge that can be immediately applied in your current role or assist your career
progression.
 » Gain recognition for specialized knowledge and qualifications in the advanced concepts
of both exchange-traded and over-the-counter (OTC) derivative investments and their
applications.

Our industry leading online programs appeal to all learning styles, using interactive lessons and practice
quizzes to ensure comprehension and knowledge retention.

By completing the CDMS, you can ensure that you possess the skills expected of a world-class investment
professional.

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 How is the CDMS tailored to my learning needs?
» To be eligible for the CDMS, you will already have a basic knowledge in exchange-traded
options and futures, validated by a national certification.

» To achieve the CDMS, you will need to complete the Advanced Derivatives Market
Strategies online course and pass the in-person exam.

» The content of the Advanced Derivatives Market Strategies Course builds on your
knowledge from your national derivatives certification. The course focuses on OTC
derivatives and the advanced pricing and risk management, product engineering and
trading strategy applications of derivatives.

» The Advanced Derivatives Market Strategies Course is delivered via an eLearning course for
easily accessible, convenient, self-paced learning followed by an in-person exam. The entire
course can be completed in 80 to 100 hours.

Moody’s Analytics partners with authorized, educational bodies around the world to deliver
the Certificate in Derivative Market Strategies (CDMS). This qualification is an advanced,
internationally recognized certification that validates professionals to enter into and progress
in a variety of roles that employ derivatives.
The CDMS is currently available for Canada and India. For CDMS for other countries, please
request more information.

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