Technical Analysis and Strategy Program - Principles and Theories

This five day program taught by Ralph Acampora is an intensive introduction to technical analysis and its use as an integral part of market analysis. Methodologies for contruction and interpretation of bar charts, point and figure charts and candlestick charts are covered in depth. Participants learn how to best use and interpret results from software and subscription products that automate and facilitate certain aspects of technical analysis.

Participants learn how to best use and interpret results from software and subscription products that automate and facilitate certain aspects of technical analysis. All classroom activity is supplemented with assigned outside readings from textbooks provided by NYIF.

04-Aug-2008 -- 08-Aug-2008ChicagoUSD$4675
NY Institute of Finance - Chicago9:00am - 4:30pm Instructional Method:
Group-Live
Instructor(s): [ Ralph Acampora; ] Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Level: Basic
CPE Credits: 36

01-Dec-2008 -- 05-Dec-2008New YorkUSD$4675
NY Institute of Finance - Midtown9:00am - 4:30pm Instructional Method:
Group-Live
Instructor(s): [ Ralph Acampora; ] Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Level: Basic
CPE Credits: 36

Traders, portfolio managers, analysts, financial planners, brokers, individual investors, and anyone making or influencing decisions as to when to buy or sell securities.
No advance preparation required.
Students will be able to:
  • Construct four types of charts
  • Identify trends and important price points
  • Recognize patterns
  • Use technical indicators
  • Apply technical theories
  • Use electronic tools to facilitate analysis
Knowledge of securities markets.
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  • Technical Analysis and Strategy Program - Advanced Technical Analysis / Real Time Usage
  • CMT Examination Preparation/Technical Analysis - Evening
  • Fusion Analysis - Day/Evening
    • Introduction: Background and Basics
    • Technical Analysis as an Integral Part of Market Analysis
    • History of Technical Analysis

    Constructing and Interpreting Charts

    • Tools - The Construction of Four Types of Charts

    What to Look for on the Charts

    • Trends
    • Support and Resistance Levels
    • Real Time Presentations at End of Session
    • Moving Averages
    • Gaps
    • Volume
    • Comparative Relative Strength

    Phases of Price Activity and Pattern Recognition

    • The Four Phases of Price Activity
    • Pattern Recognition on Bar Charts
    • Pattern Recognition on Point and Figure Charts
    • - The Wheelan Method
    • - The Cohen Approach
    • Pattern Recognition on Candlestick Charting
    • Real Time Computer Presentation

    Technical Theories

    • Dow Theory
    • Elliott Wave Theory
    • Fibonacci Sequence
    • Gann Analysis
    • Cycle Analysis

    Technical Indicators

    • RSI Indicator
    • Stochastics
    • Rate of Change (RoC) Indicator
    • MACD
    • Bollinger Bands
    • Moving Averages
    • Real Time Computer Presentation

    Sentimental Indicators

    • CBOE Volatility Index (VIX)
    • Put/Call Ratio
    • Bull/Bear Indicators
    • Dow's Psychology of Bull & Bear Markets
    • Insider Activity
    • Mutual Fund Cash Position

    Intermarket Analysis

    • Fixed Income
    • Currencies
    • Commodities
    • Foreign Markets
    • Real Time Presentation

    Clients who register for this course will receive a complimentary 6 month subscription to the Financial Times and FT.com. The Financial Times is the world's most respected financial newspaper, providing a broad assessment on finance, business and the industrial sector. Subscriptions will start within 6-8 weeks of the application process and are limited to one per client. For questions about your subscriptions call 800-628-8088 or email uscirculation@ft.com. US and Canada enrollees only.

    Lunch included for all students taking day classes.