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Why get certified?

Achieve industry-wide recognition, secure substantial funding, and access exclusive benefits tailored for elite traders.

Benefits

  • Substantial Funding: Secure an evaluation account of up to $8 million.

  • Verifiable Certification: Obtain a credential recognized across the industry, showcasing your  proficiency.

  • Career Advancement: Benefit from a structured career path with opportunities to scale and grow.

Verified Status

Stand out with industry-wide recognition. Our certification opens doors to exclusive trading advantages, ensuring you’re acknowledged for your expertise and dedication. This certification proves your skills and rewards you with real benefits.

How it works?

  • Enrollment: Pay a one-time fee to secure your assessment slot.

  • Online Assessment: Participate in a 60-minute online evaluation crafted by industry experts.

  • Certification & Rewards: Upon qualifying, receive your certification and unlock associated benefits.

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Testimonials

★★★★★

"Challenging but worth it!" – The test was tough,but passing it gave me what I was searching for.

~ William Felton,

BDR - Tech Data | Trader

★★★★★

I wanted to test them out to get capital for my fund. I am glad it worked out.

~ Nikolai Durov,

Co- Founder - TG.

★★★★

Good God, Passed. Hope they scale account.

~ Charlotte Day

Day Trader

★★★★

The process was straightforward, and I liked it but there is room for improvement. 

~ Daniel Dunlap,

Investment Manager | Trader

93.5% Qualified

93.5% of traders who took the assessment scored above 40% and earned their certification.

Money back Guarantee

 Score 90%+ on your assessment, and we’ll refund your full enrollment fee—no questions asked.

How Grading Works?

Details

Multiple Strategies :

We recognize that trading strategies vary widely among traders. Our grading methodology accounts for this diversity by incorporating insights from 12+ industry experts. Your responses are evaluated against a broad spectrum of acceptable answers, acknowledging different trading philosophies. This approach ensures a fair and comprehensive assessment of your unique trading approach.

Format and Time:

The written test will be conducted online and will last for about 60 minutes. It features questions designed by industry experts, covering the following topics:

Topics:

We will assess your approach to market analysis, covering both technical and fundamental analysis based on your chosen instrument. It will also include questions on your trading style, risk management strategies, and sentiment analysis to evaluate your overall decision-making process.

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Questions Format

Our assessment is conducted through a written test, not an interview. The test comprises multiple-choice questions (MCQs), long-form questions, and chart-based reasoning exercises.

i) Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs): These cover general industry knowledge and have definitive correct answers.

ii) Long-Form Questions: These are designed to evaluate your reasoning and problem-solving abilities. We’ve collaborated with 12 industry experts across various asset classes to gather a range of acceptable answers. Your responses are compared to this spectrum to assess alignment with established industry perspectives.

iii) Chart-Based Reasoning: These exercises assess your ability to interpret and analyze trading charts, reflecting real-world trading scenarios.

The combination of these components results in your final score, providing a comprehensive evaluation of your trading acumen.

Syllabus For Preparation

Core Trading Knowledge

(All Traders Must Know)

  • Market Structure & Price Action
  • Liquidity & Order Flow
  • Risk Management & Position Sizing
  • Trading Psychology & Discipline
  • Backtesting & Strategy Development

📖 Learn from:

Instrument-Specific Modules

(Choose Your Market)

🔹 Forex Traders

  • Currency Pairs & Correlations
  • Forex Market Hours & Sessions
  • Central Bank Policies & Economic News
  • Institutional Order Blocks

🔹 Stocks & Indices Traders

  • Fundamental vs. Technical Analysis
  • Earnings Reports & Financial Statements
  • Market Cycles & Sector Rotation
  • Options & Derivatives in Stock Trading

🔹 Commodities Traders (Gold, Oil, etc.)

  • Commodity Market Fundamentals (Supply & Demand)
  • Gold vs. USD Correlation
  • Geopolitical Impacts
  • Futures & Hedging Strategies

🔹 Crypto Traders

  • Blockchain Fundamentals
  • Bitcoin & Altcoin Market Cycles
  • On-Chain Analysis & Whale Movements
  • Risk Management for High-Volatility Assets

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