Back Office: The Margin Department - Online

This module provides an overview of the function and responsibilities of the margin department of a brokerage firm.

This course replicates the content of module 3 from Brokerage Operations - Online

This is an asynchronous eLearning course that can be accessed 24/7 from any internet enabled computer. Subscription period for this course is 90 days.


Professionals new to the securities industry.
Students will be able to:
  • Recognize margin accounts and the regulations affecting them.
  • Identify how margin accounts are used to purchase securities. Identify why positions are closed.
  • Introduction to Brokerage Operations - Online
  • Back Office: The Order Room - Online
  • Back Office: Purchase and Sales - Online
  • Back Office: The Cashier's Department - Online
  • Developments in International Brokerage Operations - Online
  • Back Office: The Margin Department
    • Buying on margin and margin accounts
    • Calculating equity and debit balance
    • Reg T excess and buying power
    • Margin regulation
    • Close out
    Duration: 1 hour