Intense, real-world, memorable - gamified simulation training
Intense, real-world, memorable - gamified simulation training
In this Futures Trading Simulation, participants step into the role of derivatives traders, executing trades, managing risk, and navigating volatile markets to hedge exposures or capture profits using futures contracts.
Mechanics of futures contracts and exchanges
Margin requirements and leverage
Hedging strategies for commodities, currencies, and interest rates
Speculative trading and spread trading
Basis risk and convergence
Mark-to-market and daily settlement
Order types (market, limit, stop) and execution
The role of clearinghouses and counterparty risk
Impact of macroeconomic announcements on futures prices
Building and managing a futures portfolio
In the simulation, participants will:
Analyze real-time market data and economic indicators to forecast price movements.
Formulate and execute trading strategies for different futures products.
Monitor and manage margin requirements to avoid liquidation.
Adjust or close positions in response to market news and price shocks.
Calculate profit, loss, and risk exposure for their portfolio.
Reflect on trading performance and strategy effectiveness.
Understand the structure, pricing, and mechanics of futures contracts.
Execute hedging strategies to mitigate specific financial risks.
Apply leverage responsibly while managing associated risks.
React decisively to market volatility and news events.
Calculate margin requirements and portfolio mark-to-market.
Analyze the relationship between spot and futures prices (basis).
Develop confidence in making trading decisions under time pressure.
Evaluate the performance of different futures trading strategies.
1. Receive Market Brief Participants review the opening market environment, including prices, news, and client hedging needs.
** 2. Analyze and Plan** They assess data, identify opportunities, and formulate a trading plan with clear risk limits.
3. Execute Trades Participants enter orders for various futures contracts, managing a live portfolio.
4. Monitor and Manage They track position performance, respond to margin calls, and adjust strategies as new market data arrives.
5. Settle and Report The round concludes with trade settlement, calculation of final P&L, and preparation of a brief performance report.
6. Review and Reflect Facilitated debriefs analyze decisions, risk management, and overall strategy effectiveness.
Who is the futures trading simulation designed for? It's designed for students and professionals interested in derivatives, trading, risk management, and global finance.
Do I need prior trading experience? No prior experience is needed. The simulation includes instructional content for beginners and can be scaled for advanced participants.
How long does the simulation run? A standard session runs 2-3 hours but can be adapted into shorter modules or extended multi-session formats.
Is the simulation individual or team-based? It supports both formats. Individuals can trade independently, while teams can mimic a trading desk with divided roles.
What futures products are covered? The simulation covers key asset classes including stock index futures, commodity futures (like oil or grains), currency futures, and interest rate futures.
Is the market data realistic? Yes. Participants work with simulated market data that mirrors the volatility and behavior of real futures markets, often based on historical scenarios.
Can the simulation be customized? Absolutely. Instructors can tailor which products are traded, the complexity of scenarios, initial capital, and risk parameters.
How is trading performance measured? Performance is measured by risk-adjusted returns, Sharpe ratio, drawdown control, adherence to risk limits, and consistency of strategy.
Trading profitability and risk-adjusted returns
Effectiveness and consistency of applied trading or hedging strategies
Risk management and adherence to pre-set position or loss limits
Ability to articulate and justify trading decisions in a brief report
Responsiveness and adaptability to changing market conditions
Join this 20-minute webinar, followed by a Q&A session, to immerse yourself in the simulation.
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Book a 15-minute Zoom demo with one of our experts to explore how the simulation can benefit you.
