About Interactive Brokers

Founded over 45 years ago, Interactive Brokers has evolved into a leading global electronic broker providing comprehensive educational initiatives through IBKR Campus. The institution focuses on financial education, trading technology, and practical market experience through various educational platforms and tools.

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Career Outcomes and Placement Information

Interactive Brokers provides comprehensive educational support through multiple channels. The IBKR Campus offers structured learning paths from beginner to advanced levels, including practical trading experience through the Student Trading Lab. Through partnerships with leading financial institutions and educational platforms, students receive hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and real market conditions.

Faculties

These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.

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Andrew Wilkinson

Andrew Wilkinson is the Director of Trading Education at Interactive Brokers, where he has been instrumental in developing the firm's educational offerings since joining in 2007. With a decade of experience trading fixed income products and derivatives, he leverages his extensive market knowledge to enhance trader education. Andrew holds an MBA in Finance from Rollins College, Florida, and has contributed significantly to financial education and market analysis throughout his career.

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Jeff Praissman

Jeff Praissman is the Senior Trading Education Specialist at Interactive Brokers, having joined the firm in 1997. With over 20 years of trading experience, he plays a crucial role in enhancing the educational resources available to traders. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Maryland and an MBA in Finance from Temple University, equipping him with a strong foundation in financial markets and trading strategies.

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Lucas Deaver

Lucas Deaver is the Media Art Director at Interactive Brokers, having joined the company in 2015. With over 30 years of experience in media design and programming, he specializes in creating content and producing videos for Traders' Academy, Trader's Insight, and IBKR's Short Videos. Lucas graduated from The New England School of Art and Design in 1989, bringing a wealth of expertise in visual media to enhance the educational resources offered by Interactive Brokers.

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Mary MacNamara

Mary MacNamara has been with Interactive Brokers since 2010, where she serves as the Project Manager for Traders' Academy and IBKR Coursera projects. In addition to her project management role, she creates content and produces videos for Traders' Academy, Trader's Insight, and IBKR's Short Videos. Prior to joining IBKR, Mary worked as a technical project manager and programmer in the financial services sector. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from New York University (NYU).

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Steven Levine

Steven Levine is a Senior Market Analyst at Interactive Brokers, where he has been instrumental in producing educational materials for the IBKR Campus since April 2018. He hosts webinars, writes financial market commentary, and creates instructor-led courses covering topics such as corporate and municipal bonds and ESG investing. Additionally, Steven engages audiences through podcasts that explore a wide range of subjects, including macroeconomics, monetary policy, and structured finance. He holds a BA from The New School and an MA in Media Studies from the same institution, along with certifications in financial risk management. Prior to his current role, he gained extensive experience in financial reporting and risk management across various organizations.