This curriculum expands the analytical toolkits of diverse financial industry professionals:
- Investment Advisors & Wealth Managers
- Integrate technical analysis into client portfolio strategies.
- Enhance market entry and exit timing.
- Research Analysts
- Combine fundamental research with technical data.
- Improve asset valuation models through price action.
- Proprietary Traders
- Refine execution strategies using advanced indicators.
- Sharpen risk-reward ratios in volatile environments.
- Compliance & Risk Officers
- Deepen understanding of technical market risks.
- Audit systematic trading models against strict rule sets.
Mastering the Markets TEC101:
Course Overview: TEC101
TEC101: Dow Theory Principles and Technical Analysis Foundations is an intensive financial training curriculum delivering institutional-grade technical analysis skills.
Professional Delivery and Structure
- 10-week professional program delivered entirely online.
- 7 to 12 hours of total commitment weekly.
- 3 live interactive video calls scheduled per week.
- Pre-recorded modules provided for flexible learning.
- On-demand access to all session archives.
Core Learning Objectives
- Foundational Systems & Trend Analysis
- Volume Dynamics & Fibonacci Frameworks
- Risk Architecture & Behavioural Finance
CPD Accreditation & Credentials
Mastering the Markets satisfies institutional requirements for continuous professional education.
- Accredited Activity: MtM101 Foundations Course (TEC101)
- Certified Credit: Validated for 90 CPD Hours
Further Information for TEC101 – https://masteringthemarkets.com/tec101/
Mastering the Markets (TEC201)
Professional Trading Program – 360 CPD Hours
Transform into an independent, professional market operator. This intensive, 40-week comprehensive program eliminates guesswork by training you in advanced technical analysis, portfolio rotation, and strict risk management frameworks.
- Led by Industry Professionals: Learn directly from veteran market experts.
Learning Outcomes & Professional Competencies
By the end of this 40-week program, the practitioner will be able to:
- Execute Institutional Technical Analysis
- Design and Execute Systematic Risk Frameworks
- Operate Independent Trading Workspaces
This course includes TEC101 in Term 1.
Professional Delivery and Structure
- 40-week professional program delivered entirely online. 4 Terms. Term 4 has an elective.
- 7 to 12 hours of total commitment weekly.
- 3 live interactive video calls scheduled per week.
- Pre-recorded modules provided for flexible learning.
- On-demand access to all session archives.
Mastering the Markets satisfies institutional requirements for continuous professional education.
- Accredited Activity: TEC201
- Certified Credit: Validated for 360 CPD Hours
Further Information: MTM TEC201 here – https://masteringthemarkets.com/tec201/
Key Educators for the TEC101 Course and Their Qualifications
David Bird (often branded as ASX Trader)
- Role: Founder & Head of Education at Mastering the Markets. David developed the structured curriculum and leads the overall education strategy.
- Qualifications & Background: Holds a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), which underpins his ability to teach complex financial concepts clearly.
- Leadership Experience: Former Deputy Principal and Head of Curriculum. These roles heavily influence how the courses are structured and delivered.
- Professional Credentials: Certified Financial Technician (CFTe), awarded by the International Federation of Technical Analysts (IFTA). This is a globally recognised credential in technical analysis.
- Market Expertise: Seasoned investor and trader in equities and cryptocurrency, serving as the primary developer of MtM’s curriculum.
- Media & Speaking: Writes regular market insights for media outlets (including News Corp) and speaks at major finance and crypto conferences across Australia. He frequently contributes as a market commentator for business publications.
Craig Tapping
- Role: Head Educator & Analyst at Mastering the Markets. Craig delivers course content, live market commentary, and student mentorship.
- Qualifications & Background: Holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
- Market Expertise: Experienced trader with over 20 years in equities markets, specialising in technical analysis and market behaviour.
- Leadership Experience: Former Founder & Director at Tapping Capital Management, and held senior operational roles including Centre Manager for Westfield centres in Australia.
- Teaching Philosophy: Emphasises process-driven decision-making and practical frameworks over short-term prediction.
- Community Engagement: Runs live events and workshops to sharpen trading skills and shares active market insights on X (formerly Twitter) via @Craig_T_MtM.
Jamie Bell
- Role: Lead Educator.
- Qualifications & Background: Holds a CEWA Level 1 Certification in Elliott Waves and is a Certified Financial Technician (CFTe).
- Market Expertise: Active market trader across stocks, crypto, and commodities, with a strong focus on Elliott Wave theory.
- Student Impact: Leads training sessions, drives learner engagement, and helps students understand practical market dynamics within the MtM curriculum.
Sam Thomasson
- Role: Educator.
- Qualifications & Background: Certified Financial Technician (CFTe).
- Market Expertise: Active trader focusing on stock and cryptocurrency markets, specialising in both short-term and long-term market outlooks.
- Student Impact: Participates in live sessions, fosters community discussions, and provides hands-on trading guidance with an emphasis on motivation and student support.
