Courses can help you understand the fundamentals of trading commodities like gold, oil, agriculture products, and metals. These courses cover market analysis, risk management, trading strategies, and the use of derivatives like futures and options.
Types of Commodity Trading Courses:
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Beginner Courses
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Introduction to commodity markets
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Basics of futures and options
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Understanding supply and demand factors
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Intermediate Courses
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Technical and fundamental analysis
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Hedging strategies for producers and traders
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Commodity-specific trading (energy, metals, agriculture)
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Advanced Courses
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Algorithmic trading in commodities
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Global macro trends affecting commodity prices
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Risk management and position sizing
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Certification Programs
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NCFM (NSE’s Certification in Financial Markets) – Commodity Derivatives (India)
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CME Group Education (Global futures & commodities)
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CIIA (Certified International Investment Analyst) (Includes commodities)
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Where to Learn Commodity Trading?
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Online Platforms:
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Coursera, Udemy, edX (e.g., “Commodity Trading Basics” on Udemy)
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CME Group Education (Free resources on futures trading)
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Investopedia Academy (Basic to advanced trading concepts)
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University & Institute Programs:
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NYIF (New York Institute of Finance) – Commodity Trading Course
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London School of Economics (LSE) – Commodities & Finance
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Indian Institutes (NISM, NCDEX Academy) – Commodity Market Certifications
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Brokerage Firms & Trading Academies:
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Interactive Brokers, TD Ameritrade, and other brokers offer trading courses.
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TradingView (For charting and technical analysis)
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Key Topics Covered:
✔️ Types of commodities (hard vs. soft)
✔️ Futures contracts and margin requirements
✔️ Seasonality and geopolitical impacts
✔️ Trading psychology and discipline