Stock market foundations: your first steps in trading and investing (Basic)

This course is designed for beginners who want to understand the fundamentals of the stock market and take their first steps in investing and trading. You will learn how stock exchanges operate, what types of assets you can buy and sell, and how to analyze market trends to make informed investment decisions.

The stock market can seem complex, but this course simplifies the concepts, starting with essential terminology and progressing to practical trading methods. By the end of the course, you will have a solid foundation to navigate financial markets confidently and execute your first trades.

What’s included in the course?

Module 1: Stock market fundamentals

1. How the stock market works and why it exists
2. The role of investors, traders, brokers, and regulators
3. Major stock exchanges (NYSE, NASDAQ, LSE, Euronext, etc.)
4. Differences between long-term investing and active trading

Module 2: Financial instruments and beginner strategies

1. Key financial instruments: stocks, bonds, ETFs, and options
2. Understanding dividends and how they work
3. How to choose your first stock: key selection criteria
4. Simple beginner strategies: dollar-cost averaging (DCA), buying strong companies, index investing

What you will learn:
✅ Understand how the stock market functions and its key participants
✅ Identify different asset classes and their characteristics
✅ Choose and analyze your first investment options
✅ Open and manage a brokerage account
✅ Apply simple trading strategies with confidence

Who is this course for?
✔ Absolute beginners looking to learn about the stock market from scratch
✔ Aspiring investors who want to start investing but don’t know where to begin
✔ Individuals interested in understanding economic and financial processes

Format:

• Self-paced learning materials (PDF format)
• Practical examples and case studies
• No prior experience required