A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering MiFID II for Equity Derivatives Trading Developers
A structured path to mastering MiFID II compliance in equity derivatives trading environments.
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
30-day money-back guarantee
Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Regulatory updates are turning invisible development work into high-leverage visibility opportunities.
The situation this course is for
Most developers deliver MiFID II changes without recognition, their work buried in patch notes and release logs. Without explicit framing, even critical compliance logic stays below the line.
Who this is for
Senior technical builders in capital markets who want to be known for shaping compliant, high-performance trading systems.
Who this is not for
Junior developers still learning core syntax, or those uninvolved in regulatory-facing code changes.
What you walk away with
- Implement MiFID II-compliant logic with confidence and clarity
- Produce audit-ready documentation that explains system design to non-technical reviewers
- Anticipate regulatory follow-ups before they become escalations
- Position yourself as a trusted voice in cross-functional compliance discussions
- Turn routine updates into visible, attributable contributions
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding MiFID II's Impact on Trading Systems
Lay the foundation by mapping MiFID II requirements directly to equity derivatives trading workflows. Identify where regulatory logic intersects with execution speed, data logging, and trade lifecycle events.
12 chapters in this module
- How MiFID II transaction reporting applies to OTC equity derivatives
- Key differences between front-office and compliance system expectations
- Mapping RTS 23 and RTS 27 data fields to real-time trading events
- Identifying latency risks in pre-trade transparency requirements
- Trade reporting thresholds that trigger regulatory scrutiny
- Understanding the role of transaction reporting gateways
- Linking trade timestamps to MiFID II's clock synchronization rules
- Common data gaps between execution logs and regulator needs
- How trade classification affects reporting scope
- The developer’s role in ensuring trade reconstruction capability
- What regulators expect from system documentation
- Translating MiFID II jargon into technical requirements
Module 2. Designing Audit-Ready System Architecture
Build systems that don’t just work , they prove their compliance. Learn how to structure code, logs, and metadata to pass internal and external review without rework.
12 chapters in this module
- Structuring logs to support five-year trade reconstruction
- Designing immutable audit trails without compromising performance
- Choosing between centralized and distributed logging models
- Embedding compliance metadata at the trade event level
- Timestamp precision requirements for regulatory alignment
- How to version control regulatory logic independently
- Building replay capability into trade event processors
- Minimizing latency impact of audit logging on execution paths
- Validating data completeness across subsystems
- Designing for regulator-accessible export formats
- Protecting data integrity in multi-region deployments
- Documenting design choices for future regulatory interviews
Module 3. Implementing Pre-Trade Transparency Rules
Turn pre-trade obligations into efficient, low-latency system behaviors. Focus on accurate data dissemination and timing guarantees.
12 chapters in this module
- Calculating and publishing trading venue quotes under RTS 1
- Handling non-display instruments in transparency reports
- Latency tolerance for quote updates under MiFID II
- Differentiating lit and dark pool reporting obligations
- Managing thresholds for significant venues
- Handling pre-trade data for equity swaps
- Validating quote publication frequency
- Testing exception logic for illiquid instruments
- Synchronizing pre-trade data across trading desks
- Logging deviations from standard transparency rules
- Integrating with third-party dissemination platforms
- Auditing pre-trade data for consistency
Module 4. Building Post-Trade Reporting Pipelines
Create robust, accurate pipelines that transform trades into compliant reports. Learn how to validate, transform, and submit trade data correctly.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping trade attributes to EMIR and MiFID II fields
- Handling multileg and structured equity derivatives
- Validating counterparty LEIs before submission
- Resolving timestamp discrepancies across systems
- Automating reconciliation between trading and reporting books
- Flagging high-risk trades for additional scrutiny
- Building fallback logic for failed submissions
- Handling corrections and cancellations efficiently
- Testing pipeline behavior under market volatility
- Integrating with ACER and National Competent Authorities
- Reducing false positives in trade classification
- Documenting pipeline decisions for audit readiness
Module 5. Managing Algorithmic Trading Compliance
Ensure automated trading strategies meet MiFID II’s algorithm registration and monitoring requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying systems that qualify as algorithmic trading
- Registering trading algorithms with regulators
- Implementing kill functionality in automated strategies
- Logging algorithm decision paths for review
- Monitoring for unintended market impact
- Setting threshold alerts for trading frequency
- Validating backtesting compliance with RTS 6
- Handling algorithm updates under regulatory oversight
- Documenting strategy logic for non-technical reviewers
- Integrating monitoring into existing DevOps pipelines
- Testing failover behavior under system stress
- Preparing for regulator walkthroughs of algorithm logic
Module 6. Ensuring Data Quality and Traceability
Establish end-to-end data lineage from trade capture to regulatory submission.
12 chapters in this module
- Tracking data origin across trading and settlement systems
- Validating LEI and ISIN consistency at trade entry
- Mapping data transformations across processing stages
- Automating data quality checks in real time
- Handling missing or malformed reference data
- Building reconciliation into pipeline workflows
- Logging data cleaning actions transparently
- Documenting data provenance for auditors
- Monitoring drift between source and target systems
- Implementing alerts for data anomalies
- Testing data flow under partial failure
- Ensuring referential integrity across messages
Module 7. Developing for Regulatory Testing and Review
Prepare systems to withstand scrutiny during audits and regulatory visits.
12 chapters in this module
- Building test environments that mirror production
- Creating synthetic data for compliance testing
- Simulating regulatory data requests efficiently
- Documenting system behavior under edge cases
- Preparing for transaction reprocessing
- Validating system responses to regulatory scenarios
- Logging test execution for audit trails
- Sharing test evidence with compliance teams
- Automating compliance validation pipelines
- Handling access requests from internal audit
- Maintaining test documentation over time
- Updating tests for regulatory changes
Module 8. Integrating with Compliance and Risk Workflows
Bridge the gap between development and compliance by aligning with their processes and timelines.
12 chapters in this module
- Understanding compliance team reporting cycles
- Sharing system changes ahead of regulatory deadlines
- Attending compliance readiness meetings effectively
- Translating technical changes into compliance narratives
- Providing evidence for control assertions
- Responding to compliance queries with precision
- Documenting exceptions and deviations
- Building feedback loops with legal teams
- Aligning release schedules with audit windows
- Supporting internal control testing
- Clarifying developer responsibilities in SOX controls
- Creating reusable compliance packages for deployments
Module 9. Managing Change Under Regulatory Oversight
Execute system changes safely and transparently under MiFID II requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Documenting change impacts on regulatory reporting
- Obtaining necessary approvals before deployment
- Testing changes against regulatory use cases
- Communicating updates to compliance stakeholders
- Handling emergency fixes under regulatory scrutiny
- Maintaining rollback capability in production
- Logging change approvals and justifications
- Updating regulatory documentation after changes
- Tracking change history for audit purposes
- Coordinating with vendor teams on regulatory patches
- Assessing third-party changes for compliance impact
- Integrating regulatory checks into CI/CD pipelines
Module 10. Producing Implementation Playbooks
Turn project experience into reusable frameworks that elevate your team’s output.
12 chapters in this module
- Capturing architecture decisions in a reusable format
- Documenting patterns for regulatory feature development
- Creating checklists for MiFID II implementation phases
- Building templates for system documentation
- Standardizing compliance testing procedures
- Sharing lessons across development teams
- Updating playbooks with regulatory changes
- Integrating playbooks into onboarding
- Versioning documentation for traceability
- Linking playbooks to code repositories
- Measuring adoption of best practices
- Contributing to firm-wide compliance standards
Module 11. Communicating with Non-Technical Stakeholders
Frame technical work in ways that resonate with compliance, legal, and leadership teams.
12 chapters in this module
- Translating system behavior into regulatory narratives
- Creating dashboards for compliance monitoring
- Explaining technical constraints to non-engineers
- Writing clear, concise implementation summaries
- Preparing for executive-level updates
- Using visuals to show data flow and controls
- Responding to auditor questions confidently
- Balancing technical accuracy with clarity
- Building trust through consistent communication
- Anticipating follow-up questions from reviewers
- Documenting decisions for long-term reference
- Elevating issues before they become risks
Module 12. Sustaining Compliance Over Time
Ensure long-term success by building systems that adapt to regulatory evolution.
12 chapters in this module
- Monitoring for upcoming MiFID II revisions
- Subscribing to regulatory consultation updates
- Building flexibility into compliance components
- Planning for multi-year regulatory cycles
- Updating implementation playbooks proactively
- Training new team members on compliance standards
- Conducting regular compliance health checks
- Sharing best practices across teams
- Measuring compliance debt over time
- Aligning with firm-wide regulatory strategy
- Contributing to regulatory change task forces
- Positioning yourself as a compliance enabler
How this maps to your situation
- MiFID II implementation in equity derivatives trading
- Regulatory change delivery under tight deadlines
- Cross-functional collaboration with compliance and risk
- Visibility and recognition for technical contributions
Before vs. after
Before
Delivering MiFID II changes without recognition , code works but stays invisible to leadership.
After
Known for clean, audit-ready implementation , your name attached to compliance success.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 90 minutes per week over three weeks, designed for working professionals.
If nothing changes
Without deliberate framing, critical development work remains unseen, limiting career growth and influence.
How this compares to the alternatives
Most MiFID II training is either too high-level for developers or buried in legal text. This course bridges that gap with technical, actionable detail tailored to equity derivatives systems.
Frequently asked
Is this course suitable for developers without prior compliance experience?
Yes. It’s designed for technical builders who need to implement MiFID II correctly, regardless of prior exposure.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help me advance beyond my current role?
Yes. By mastering how to make regulatory work visible, you position yourself as a go-to developer for high-impact initiatives.
$199 one-time. Approximately 90 minutes per week over three weeks, designed for working professionals..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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