Education

At ASX, we believe that wealth begins with better knowledge. Why not work through one of our free online classes?  Check our calendar for upcoming events or learn about investing by playing a trading game.

Free online investment classes

ASX offers a range of quality classes from introductory to advanced for all levels of investors. It's important to understand the various investment options and key concepts such as risk, return and diversification.

ASX Way investment books

Build your expertise and confidence as you work through the concepts in the updated books in the ASX Way series:

 

Online education resources

  • ASX has created a series of audio visual presentations to help you understand various investment topics.

  • Interested in the fundamentals of sharemarket investing? ASX publishes the monthly Investor Update email newsletter. It contains practical information for getting the most out of investing in the sharemarket.

  • First-time investors - starting in the sharemarket might seem daunting to start with, visit the First-time investors page for a step-by-step guide.

  • What are shares? Learn about their features, benefits and risks in the shares section.

Optionetics

  • The Australian Options Course - practical knowledge, from basic concepts to sophisticated techniques, necessary for successful options trading in the Australian options market. Whether a share investor or seasoned trader, this course will provide you with methods and strategies that will enhance your profits and help you manage risk more effectively.

ASX Investment Updates

  • Investor Hour seminars - Lunchtime trading and financial education seminars in Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney.  Presented by Industry professionals. 
  • Can't get to a seminar?  New: Audio and Slide recordings, to provide users with an experience similar to attending the event.

Games

Create your own portfolio using live market prices and real time trades - all without spending a cent of your own money!

Free education booklets and resources

 Learn more about ASX Markets

ASX offers a range of other investment opportunities besides shares.  Investments such as Interest Rate Securities, CFDs, Options, and Warrants are all examples of other opportunities open to investors.