Advanced Courses

Master the art of trading with BlackBoxStocks’ advanced courses, exploring sophisticated strategies and advanced market concepts.

Master the Art of Trading with Expert Strategies

Welcome to the Advanced Courses section of BlackBoxStocks! Designed for experienced traders looking to elevate their skills and strategies to the next level, our advanced courses offer in-depth insights and expert knowledge from seasoned trading professionals. By diving into these comprehensive courses, you’ll unlock advanced trading techniques and strategies that can help you maximize your profits and minimize risks.

*Reminder:  The OIC is a non-profit organization, and the classes are free.  BlackBox Stocks does not charge for OIC classes nor is it directly implied that the OIC classes are included in the value of a BlackBoxStocks Inc membership/subscription.

The Greeks

Instructed by Options Industry Council

When determining how options may react to a given change in some of the variable pricing inputs, investors turn to the Greeks for guidance. The most commonly used Greeks are Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega, and Rho.

During this free presentation from OICSM, attendees will learn:

  • What the Greeks are
  • How to use them
  • Trading strategies

Options Adjustments

Instructed by Options Industry Council

Taking an options position can sometimes prove to be the easiest part of the trade process. But what happens next? How do you adjust your position when your opinion changes on the underlying, or when things change in the market? Options Industry Council will take you through five different call adjustment scenarios when the underlying moves up, along with their associated P&L prospects.

Understanding Options for a Bull & Bear Market

Instructed by Options Industry Council

Bull and bear spreads, which are directional option strategies, could be the right choice for your investing style.

In this webinar, we’ll focus on vertical spreads – taking a look at how they’re constructed, what is the best target price for the underlying as we approach expiration, what risk factors you should consider and, of course, how much can you earn. We’ll also discuss how long to hold these positions.

Options Strategies for Higher Volatility

Instructed by Options Industry Council

In this fast-moving, one-hour seminar, the Options Industry Council analyzes both high and low volatility strategies.

This session focuses on risk, potential payoff and breakeven points. Straddles, strangles, diagonals and credit spreads are a few of the exciting strategies that is covered in this quick, 60-minute session.

Insights for Options Core Concepts

Instructed by Options Industry Council

This webinar is great for investors that are new options or those that want a recap of options fundamentals.

This video will look at the difference between stock trading and options trading, why investors might choose to use options, and discuss various components of an option

Short Term Options Explained

Instructed by Options Industry Council

While most options have a monthly expiration cycle, investors and traders are discovering the power of Weekly Options, or “Weeklys.” We take a look at the important differences and risks unique to Weeklys Options.

During this free presentation from OICSM, attendees will learn about:

  • What is a Weekly
  • What is a Monthly
  • Advantages/Disadvantages of short term options

Implied & Historical Volatility

Instructed by Options Industry Council

With any options strategy, there are two types of volatility to consider — historical and implied. Historical volatility is a measure of how much underlying movement has already transpired, while implied volatility, or IV, is an indication of how much change the market is expecting based on the option’s price.

During this free presentation from OICSM, attendees will learn about:

  • Implied and historical volatility essentials
  • IV rank and percentiles
  • Strategies for both low and high IV situations

Options Pricing Explained

Instructed by Options Industry Council

A deep look into the factors that create options pricing.  An option’s premium has two main components: intrinsic value and time value.

During this free presentation from OICSM, attendees will learn about:

  • Intrinsic Value (calls/puts)
  • Time Value
  • Major factors influencing options premium

Understanding the Greeks: OIC

Instructed by Options Industry Council

A deep look into the factors that create options pricing.  An option’s premium has two main components: intrinsic value and time value.

During this free presentation from OICSM, attendees will learn about:

  • Intrinsic Value (calls/puts)
  • Time Value
  • Major factors influencing options premium

Our Advanced Courses also cover a wide range of topics, including:

  • Advanced Technical Analysis: Go beyond the basics of technical analysis and learn how to apply advanced charting techniques, indicators, and patterns to make more informed trading decisions.
  • Options Trading Mastery: Master the world of options trading by learning advanced strategies such as spreads, straddles, and iron condors. Discover how to leverage these techniques to generate consistent profits in various market conditions.
  • Advanced Risk Management: Learn how to effectively manage your trading risk with advanced position sizing, stop-loss placement, and portfolio diversification strategies.
  • Algorithmic Trading: Explore the world of algorithmic trading and learn how to develop, test, and implement your own trading algorithms to automate your strategies and gain a competitive edge in the market.
  • Market Psychology: Delve into the psychological aspects of trading and learn how to maintain discipline, control emotions, and develop a winning mindset for long-term success.
  • Trading the News: Discover how to take advantage of market-moving news events and develop strategies for trading around earnings releases, economic data, and other significant news.
  • Advanced Market Structure and Order Flow: Gain a deeper understanding of market structure and order flow, and learn how to identify key levels and potential trading opportunities using advanced tools and techniques.
  • Our Advanced Courses are designed to help you stay ahead of the curve and continuously refine your trading skills. With expert guidance and comprehensive content, you’ll be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the market and make more informed trading decisions.

Enroll in our Advanced Courses today and unlock your full potential as a trader. Experience the benefits of expert knowledge, and join the ranks of successful traders who thrive in the fast-paced world of the stock market.