Intro To

OPTIONS

6 Lessons
28 min
Beginners

Discover the power of options investing with our free course!
Get the knowledge and confidence to kickstart your own options trading career.

What will I learn?


  • Options basics every investor should know
  • The differences between puts and calls
  • How the Greeks influence options
  • The structure of different option spreads

Who is this course for?


  • Beginner investors who want to learn about how options work.
  • Investors with limited experience interested in diversifying their portfolio with options.
  • Experienced investors who want to brush up on options concepts and how they work in your portfolio

Course contents

1

Options 101: Options Trading Explained

5 min
Begin Lesson 1
2

Options 102: Put vs. call — What’s the difference?

5 min
Begin Lesson 2
3

Options Trading 103: The Greeks, explained

5 min
Begin Lesson 3
4

Options 104: What are option spreads?

8 min
Begin Lesson 4
5

How to trade options on eToro

3 min
Begin Lesson 5
6

Intro to Options: Course Summary

2 min
Begin Lesson 6

Description 

Ready to dive into the world of options? This Intro to Options course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and confidence to embark on your options trading journey.

This comprehensive course is tailored specifically for those new to options, giving you a deeper understanding of options and how you can leverage them in your portfolio. From exploring the different types of options to explaining the jargon that surrounds them, we’ve got you covered. 

Each article is created to simplify complex topics and make your exploration of options both fun and informative. Upon completing this course, you’ll have the opportunity to test your knowledge.

Ready to join eToro?

Open an account and start investing in options.

FAQ

How much does this course cost?

Nothing! Intro to Options 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 want 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. Intro to Options has been designed for beginners with little to experience in trading options.

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

Who is the course instructor?

This course has been created by investing specialists at eToro. The lessons are pre-recorded by a variety of instructors to allow for self-paced learning.