Commodities, Derivatives and Structured Products
Options – Part 8
Overview
This eCourse consists of two modules on Delta and Gamma. Delta and gamma are key measures of option sensitivity that are crucial in option portfolio management and hedging. Module 1 provides an overview of the different approaches to measuring delta and gamma, including the Black-Scholes model, binomial option pricing model, and Monte Carlo simulation.
Module 2 looks at how delta and gamma are used to estimate option prices and to hedge option portfolios. The role of delta and gamma in straddle trades is also examined in detail.
Objective
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Recognize the importance of delta and gamma in option position management and hedging
- Calculate delta and gamma in Excel using the Black-Scholes formula, the binomial option pricing model, or Monte Carlo simulation
- Recognize how delta and gamma can be used to estimate the value of an option
- Identify the role of delta in hedging an option position
- Recognize how delta and gamma affect the profitability of straddle trades
Content
Module 1: Option Greeks - Measuring Delta & Gamma
Topic 1: Sensitivities & Option Positions
Topic 2: Calculating Delta & Gamma
Module 2: Option Greeks - Using Delta & Gamma
Topic 1: Approximating Option Values with Delta & Gamma
Topic 2: Delta Hedging
Topic 3: Delta & Gamma in Straddle Trades