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Introduction to the LME

Course description

Day one of the LME Introductory Training Course is ideal for delegates looking for a solid introduction to the LME.  The course is designed to provide an in-depth overview of the London Metal Exchange, its operation, structure, products, services and trading procedures. This course naturally progresses onto day two, Introduction to Hedging with Futures. 

Prerequisites: none

Programme
History, organisation and services of the LME
Market terminology on the LME
Trading procedures
Analyst viewpoint: What is volatility? Causes and management
Role of a broker
Warehousing and the fundamentals of delivery
Basic hedging example
Market data
Visit to the London Metal Exchange
Questions and answers

Please note that the 'Analyst viewpoint' as well as the visit to the LME are not part of the programme when the course is delivered overseas.

 Date  Location  Venue  Time  
13/05/2008 London The Baltic Exchange
St Mary Axe, London
EC3A 8BH
8.30am-16.45pm Book now
04/06/2008 Barcelona To be confirmed 8.30am-16.45pm Book now
17/06/2008 London The Baltic Exchange
St Mary Axe, London
EC3A 8BH
8.30am-16.45pm Book now
24/06/2008 New York To be confirmed 8.30-16.45pm Book now
15/07/2008 London The Baltic Exchange
St Mary Axe, London
EC3A 8BH
8.30-16.45pm Book now
02/09/2008 London To be confirmed 8.30-16.45pm Book now
14/10/2008 London The Baltic Exchange
St Mary Axe, London
EC3A 8BH
8.30-16.45pm Book now
11/11/2008 London The Baltic Exchange
St Mary Axe, London
EC3A 8BH
8.30-16.45pm Book now

Course fees

 

Per delegate

N.B. Please note that a 17.5% VAT rate will be added to all the courses taking place in the UK

 £275 

£400 overseas  

Early-bird discount

N.B. Please note that this discount only applies when booking 60 or more days prior to the day of the course

 10%

Multiple booking discount

Book any 2 days from the LME Introductory Course

Book all 3 days for only £1000

 

 save £125

 save £225

Additional delegate discount

N.B. please note orders must be placed simultaneously for the discount to apply

 £20

Fees include all course materials, lunch and refreshments.

All registration fees must be paid prior to the event.

Please note that the dress code is smart casual.

All LME courses are delivered in English unless otherwise stated.

Further information

Click here to view all LME course dates in 2008 and to book your place online. 

For more information about this course and other LME training courses, email lme.education@lme.com or telephone +44 (0) 20 7264 5555.

 
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