INVESTING101

10 Lessons
1 h 2 min
All Levels

Learn the basics of investing, including how to set up your portfolio and how to manage risk.

What will I learn?

  • The fundamentals of finance 
  • Investing basics every investor needs to know
  • Portfolio structure: how to set up your investments
  • Popular investment techniques and how to apply them
  • Risk management and protecting your portfolio
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Who is this course for?

  • Beginners without any prior investing experience
  • Investors with limited experience, who are interested in expanding their knowledge
  • Somewhat more experienced investors looking to review the basics and brush up on techniques

Course contents

1

Why should I invest?

11 min
Begin Lesson 1
2

How to become financially independent

8 min
Begin Lesson 2
3

Investment terms you need to know

6 min
Begin Lesson 3
4

What should I invest in?

6 min
Begin Lesson 4
5

How to invest in stocks

6 min
Begin Lesson 5
6

Behavioral finance in investing

4 min
Begin Lesson 6
7

The 10 golden rules of investing

8 min
Begin Lesson 7
8

How to manage risk while investing

7 min
Begin Lesson 8
9

How to build a diversified portfolio

6 min
Begin Lesson 9
10

Investing 101: Course Summary

Begin Lesson 10
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Description 

Have you always wanted to become an investor, but didn’t know how to start? Investing 101 will help you to understand basic investing concepts, learn the fundamentals of finance, and gain the confidence you need to begin investing your own money. 

This course covers all of the basics a beginning investor needs to know: how the financial markets operate, how to set up and manage a portfolio, and minimizing risk — all explained in simple, easy-to-understand language. Learn key strategies and how to apply them in your own investment portfolio and for your own situation. 

Upon completing this course, you will have the opportunity to test the knowledge you have gained, as well as prepare for moving on to other in-depth courses on the eToro Academy.

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FAQ

How much does this course cost?

Nothing! Investing 101 is free.

Must I be signed in to access this course?

No, anyone can access this course, even without an investment account. However, if you would like to open an eToro account, you can do so here – it’s free!

Are there any educational requirements or prerequisites to taking this course?

There are no prerequisites or requirements for taking this course. Investing 101 has been designed for beginners with little to no investing experience.

How much time do I have to complete this course?

There is no time limit for completing this course. You may learn at your own pace, and go as fast or slow as you like. You may also rewatch the pre-recorded lessons multiple times.