This comprehensive course introduces learners to the structure, mechanics, and applications of derivatives in global finance. It explores futures, forwards, options, swaps, and structured products, explaining how these instruments are priced and how they support hedging, speculation, and risk transfer. Students learn the economic drivers, valuation models, and risk considerations behind derivative use across financial institutions. Designed for analysts, traders, and finance learners, this course builds the technical foundation required to understand and apply derivatives confidently in modern markets.