Understand global financial markets and core products in clear English for FRM Part I success.
Welcome to FRM Nano 4: Financial Markets & Products in English – a focused, beginner-friendly course designed to help you master the essential building blocks of finance for the FRM Part I exam.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the structure and functions of global financial markets in clear English..
- Differentiate between primary and secondary markets and their roles in finance..
- Explain the key features of bonds, equities, foreign exchange (FX), and derivatives..
- Identify the roles of investors, issuers, and intermediaries in financial markets..
- Apply fundamental knowledge of financial products to FRM Part I exam preparation..
Course Content
- Introduction to Financial Markets –> 3 lectures • 10min.
- Bonds (Fixed Income Products) –> 3 lectures • 9min.
- Equities (Stocks) –> 3 lectures • 10min.
- Foreign Exchange (FX) Markets –> 3 lectures • 11min.
- Futures & Derivatives Basics –> 3 lectures • 10min.
- Applications & Wrap-Up –> 3 lectures • 11min.

Requirements
Welcome to FRM Nano 4: Financial Markets & Products in English – a focused, beginner-friendly course designed to help you master the essential building blocks of finance for the FRM Part I exam.
In today’s global financial system, markets and products form the foundation of risk management. As an FRM candidate, you must understand how bonds, equities, foreign exchange (FX), and derivatives work, how they are traded, and why they matter for risk professionals. This course simplifies these complex topics into clear English explanations, making it easier for both native and non-native English speakers to follow along.
In this course, you will:
- Gain a structured overview of global financial markets.
- Learn the difference between primary and secondary markets.
- Understand key financial instruments: bonds, equities, FX, and derivatives.
- Explore the role of investors, issuers, and intermediaries.
- Build a strong foundation for more advanced FRM topics.
The course is delivered in short nano-lectures, designed to fit into your busy schedule and give you quick wins as you progress.
AI Voice Disclosure: To enhance accessibility and consistency, some parts of this course may use AI-generated narration in English. This allows for clear pronunciation and a smooth learning experience.
By the end of this nano course, you will have the confidence to recognize and explain the main financial products tested in FRM Part I – all in simple, practical English.