Success in the Big Apple

Last week the LME training courses were held in New York in conjunction with American Metal Markets’ Steel Success Strategies XXX conference.  Delegates enjoyed the central location close to Times Square with all the buzz and razzmatazz of the Big Apple at its best.

“Very informative and comprehensive course on the features of the LME and futures and options hedging. Very clear explanations, good pacing and all questions clearly answered”
ThyssenKrupp

A sophisticated group of delegates meant that the formal materials were covered relatively quickly, and there was time to delve deeper and discuss examples directly relevant to delegates’ day-to-day roles.  The options day turned into a round-table tailored tutorial, with a hands-on option pricing session.

To take advantage of future training and conference combinations, check out:

September 2015:
21-23: Metal Bulletin 30th Aluminium Conference, Vancouver
23-25: LME introductory courses

November 2015:
8-10: Metal Bulletin 31st International Ferro-Alloys Conference, Istanbul
11-13: LME introductory courses

Remember, if London is your preferred venue, book early as these courses fill quickly.  The next available dates are 4-6 August and 14-16 October (during LME week). parental locks

Record Numbers for London

London is THE place for learning about the London Metal Exchange.  Our May courses filled up in record time and an extra date was added to accommodate demand.

The formal course agenda was enhanced by the on-the-job first-hand anecdotes of many of the attendees.  We heard about the high standards of LME warehouses as compared to non-LME warehouses in developing countries; we had physical players and CTAs comparing their differing approaches to price risk; and we heard how the LME was some 25 years ago from a former floor clerk.  All in all, it was an insightful few days.

“The course develops nicely and is easy to follow – very well structured” JOGMEC

 “Incredibly well delivered by a very knowledgeable individual.  Answered questions thoroughly and patiently” BTG Pactual Commodities

Bookings are coming in already for New York (10-12 June 2015) and London (4-6 August 2015).  Click here to secure your place.

Additional date for London: 14th May

The next LME courses in London (May 11-13) are filling fast.  We have added a second date for the “Introduction to the LME” course on May 14.  Register early to make sure you don’t miss out on your preferred course date and location.

Refer to our Training Calendar for up-coming dates and links to course information and registration.

That’s not fog; it’s a sandstorm

EJJ International saw more sand than metal during it’s first LME course in Dubai!  An extraordinary sand-storm grounded aircraft and brought traffic to a standstill.

In the comparative calm of the training room, a varied group of delegates from nearby (Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar and Saudi Arabia) and further afield (Greece and India) made for lively debates and Q&A sessions.  Patricia Rodrigues from Euromoney Learning Solutions was on-hand to present the course certificates at the end of the course, and the feedback told us that things were clearer inside the training room than outside.

“I loved the way the material was explained.  I picked up all the information I need.” ALBA

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Getting off to a flying start

The new London Metal Exchange/Euromoney courses got underway this week.  Very strong attendances from all aspects of the metals value chain made for lively discussions throughout.  Delegates travelled from eight countries in Europe and the Americas and most stayed for all three courses.  Feedback has been tremendous.

“Excellent course for anyone who is new to the trading world.” Brady

 “This was a great course and helped to further my continuing education on hedging on the LME with futures.  The introductory and futures days were both fantastic. It is clear the trainer is very knowledgeable.” Ocean Partners

 “Very good for people who have very few knowledge about LME and hedging process.” Saint-Gobain

“Very interesting training.  It made things much more clear for me coming from a trading company.  The trainer is fantastic – available, explains clearly, super patient.” Levmet

Check out the training calendar for more dates.

Last call for Singapore

What are you doing on 14-17 October?  Our “Commodity Markets, Derivatives and Finance” course, run in conjunction with Euromoney-Asia, is booking up fast.  Don’t miss out.

This comprehensive four day course gives a thorough overview of the workings of individual commodity markets, and demonstrates how price risk can be managed via commodity derivative structures.  Gain an insight into how commodity financiers, physical traders and investors manage their businesses effectively.  Set in the commodity trading hub of Singapore, participants already include miners, physical traders and marketers and agri-businesses from a range of geographies including China, India and Africa.  Come and join us.

Course information and registration

We’re Experts!

EJJ International’s managing director, Emma Jenkins, has been independently recognised as the expert we know she is.  The UK Register of Expert Witnesses as vetted Emma as an accredited expert witness in commodity related matters.

Emma has worked on a number of cases, primarily in relation to precious and base metals.  Her cases have included derivative valuation disputes, trade confirmation processes, insurance claims arising from delayed deliveries, and mis-selling of structured hedges associated with financings.

Emma’s expert witness services can be accessed via Cambridge Risk Limited.

Accredited Expert Witness