Build your ETF Expertise

Whether you are entering the ETF market or scaling a team, Blackwater provides the knowledge foundation to move faster, make better decisions, and operate with confidence. 

100% ETF-Focused

Entirely dedicated to ETF training – no dilution, no generalist noise.

Practitioner Built

professionals across trading, structuring and asset management.

Real-World Application

Designed for practical use – not academic theory.

Enterprise Scalable

Built for individuals and large enterprise teams alike.

#1

rated ETF training platform in Europe

500+

professionals trained worldwide

97%

of organisations saw faster team onboarding

4x

more knowledge uptake than in-house training

100% ETF-Focused

Entirely dedicated to ETF training – no dilution, no generalist noise.

Practitioner Built

professionals across trading, structuring and asset management.

Real-World Application

Designed for practical use – not academic theory.

Enterprise Scalable

Built for individuals and large enterprise teams alike.

The Blackwater Advantage

A focused learning system that supports teams across education, distribution, trading, and market structure-with content built for practical use.

FLAGSHIP (7H)

ETF FUNDAMENTALS

Everything you need to understand the European ETF ecosystem, from product creation and regulation to distribution and investor adoption. 

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INTERMEDIATE (3H)

ETF BUYER'S GUIDE

A practical guide to evaluating and selecting ETFs, covering passive vs active strategies, liquidity, costs, structures, and emerging market opportunities.

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ENTRY LEVEL  (2H)

ETF ESSENTIAL

A beginner-friendly introduction to how ETFs work, covering trading mechanics, structures, and distribution for professionals new to the space.

SPECIALIST  (90MIN)

ETF TRADING MECHANICS

A specialist deep dive into ETF trading mechanics, covering liquidity, market makers, primary vs secondary markets, and execution dynamics.

Why Learn with Blackwater ?

Europe’s only dedicated ETF education platform, built by practitioners from trading, structuring, and asset management. CDP certified courses, practical outcomes, and flexible learning options designed for individuals, teams, and enterprise licensing.

Partnership Opportunities

Flexible collaboration models tailored to your goals, 

1. White Label & Co-Branded Versions

Deliver ETF Essentials under your own brand identity.

2. Event & Conference Collaborations

Add ETF 101 sessions to events, summits, and conferences.

3. Corporate Learning Packages

Group access with tracking, reporting, and certification for enterprise teams.

4. Academic & Industry Partnerships

Integrate ETF Fundamentals into finance, fintech, and investment programs.

White Label & Co-Branded Versions

ETF ecosystem, structures, trading, regulation and product types.

Corporate Learning Packages
Distribution, market trends and how investors use ETFs.
Academic & Industry Partnerships

Certification exam to validate understanding and progress.

CPD accreditation to strengthen credibility and completion value.

The ETF Team Learning Pathway

Training built for every stage of ETF knowledge

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Mechanics of ETF Trading (Coming Soon)

Entry / Core Knowledge

Master the mechanics behind ETFs, from market structure to execution. Whether you’re new to ETFs or looking to sharpen your foundations, this free course gives you the knowledge base every ETF professional needs. Understand what really drives liquidity, pricing, and performance. No jargon, no filler. Just the core concepts that matter.

 

 

Certificate in ETF Fundamentals

Comprehensive / Enterprise

Build a firm-wide foundation in ETFs, from regulation and trading mechanics to distribution trends. Covering 16 modules and 7 hours of content, this course delivers a complete overview of the European ETF marketplace. Ideal for sales, product, capital markets and large team onboarding. Everything your team needs in one place.

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Mechanics of ETF Trading (Coming Soon)

Entry / Core Knowledge

Master the mechanics behind ETFs, from market structure to execution. Whether you’re new to ETFs or looking to sharpen your foundations, this free course gives you the knowledge base every ETF professional needs. Understand what really drives liquidity, pricing, and performance. No jargon, no filler. Just the core concepts that matter.

Certificate in ETF Fundamentals

Comprehensive / Enterprise

The firm-wide foundation for anyone who touches ETFs. Ideal for sales, product, capital markets and large team onboarding.

Training Packages for Teams

Built for teams, not just individuals.

Start with a Pilot

€5,000

For 10–15 users.

A low-risk way to prove value before scaling.

Starter Team
€10,000

Up to 25 users

Full course access

Certification included

Growth Team
€25,000

Up to 100 users

Full course access

Certification included

Enterprise
From €50,000

100+ users

Full course access

Custom onboarding

How Firms Use ETF Training Hub

Capability infrastructure for enterprise growth

Onboard New Hires Faster

Give new joiners a structured path into ETFs without fragmented internal learning.

Align Sales and Marketing Teams

Create a consistent language around ETF benefits, risks, trading, structure and distribution.

Prepare Teams for ETF Launches

Support asset managers entering ETFs with the foundational knowledge needed before launch.

Strengthen Client Conversations

Help client-facing teams explain ETFs with more confidence and credibility.

Testimonials

ETF professionals just like you have taken our courses to deepen their expertise and advance their careers.

ETF Industry Professional
"I found the course to be informative and although I have been around ETFs for a while it was a really good exercise in evaluating all the key points in one place."
Senior Funds Professional
"I have been in the funds industry for 30 years. The course pulled all those parts together nicely — and filled the gaps in the ecosystem that go beyond Custody and Funds Admin."
Asset Management Professional
"I've just completed your certificate and very much enjoyed the quality as well as the exhaustive overview on ETFs."
Investment Professional
"Overall, very well done and particularly helpful given there is nothing else in Europe available from a formal training perspective."

The Certificate of ETF Fundamentals

€455.00

Individual Learner?

Advance your career in ETF markets. Enrol in the Certificate in ETF Fundamentals and gain the knowledge that leading professionals rely on.

 

What You’ll Learn:

7-hour comprehensive programme with certification and CPD accreditation.

Ready to build your ETF edge?

Blackwater partners with asset managers, ETF issuers, service providers, and universities to bring world-class ETF education to their teams, clients, and communities.

Discuss a Partnership using the form below.

Build Firm-Wide ETF Capability

Whether you are entering ETFs, scaling a team or training distribution partners, Blackwater helps your people build the knowledge and confidence to operate effectively.

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