Question 1

Is ITPM legitimate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ITPM was founded by Anton Kreil, a former trader at Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers, and JP Morgan. His professional background is verifiable and he was featured in the BBC documentary "Million Dollar Traders". The ITPM methodology teaches the same macro-driven, long/short approach used by institutional fund managers. As a 25-year institutional investment professional, I can confirm the framework is genuine and closely mirrors how professionals operate.

Question 2

Who is Anton Kreil?

Accepted Answer

Anton Kreil is a former professional trader who worked at Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers, and JP Morgan before founding ITPM. He traded European equities at Goldman Sachs and later managed capital at hedge funds. He founded ITPM to teach the professional methodology to retail investors — something that is almost never available outside of institutional training programmes.

Question 3

Which ITPM course should I start with?

Accepted Answer

If you're completely new to trading or have only used retail strategies, start with the IPLT (Introduction to Professional Level Trading). If you have some market experience and understand basic concepts, you can go directly to the PTM (Professional Trading Masterclass), which is the flagship course. The POTM (options) and PFTM (forex) are specialist courses that build on the PTM framework.

Question 4

How much do ITPM courses cost?

Accepted Answer

The IPLT starts from $1,299. The PTM 2.0 starts from $1,299 (Core) or $1,999 (12 Month). The POTM 2.0 starts from $1,499 (Core) or $3,499 (12 Month). The PFTM starts from $1,499 (Core) or $2,999 (12 Month). Use Richard's exclusive discount code to save on any course. Visit our Course Costs page for a full comparison.

Question 5

Is there a discount available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As an ITPM affiliate partner, Richard has an exclusive discount code that gives you a saving on any ITPM course. The code is available on our Courses page and can be applied at checkout on ITPM.com. There is no catch — you save money and Richard earns a commission at no extra cost to you.

Question 6

How long does each course take to complete?

Accepted Answer

The IPLT can be completed in a few weeks of focused study. The PTM is more comprehensive and typically takes 2-3 months to work through properly — many students watch modules multiple times. The POTM and PFTM are similar in length to the PTM. The 12-month access options give you extended time to review material.

Question 7

Can I get a refund?

Accepted Answer

ITPM's refund policy is detailed on their website. Generally, digital course products have limited refund windows. We recommend watching Anton Kreil's free YouTube content first to ensure the teaching style and methodology suit you before committing to a paid course.

Question 8

What is an Institute Trader?

Accepted Answer

Institute Trader is a status awarded by ITPM to graduates who have completed core courses and demonstrated competency in the ITPM methodology. It signifies that you have been trained in the professional approach to trading and portfolio management as taught by ITPM.

Question 9

Do I need prior trading experience?

Accepted Answer

No. The IPLT is designed for complete beginners. If you have some experience, you can start with the PTM. The courses are structured to build knowledge progressively — the key requirement is genuine commitment to learning, not prior experience.

Question 10

Is the ITPM methodology suitable for UK/international investors?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The ITPM methodology is based on global macro economics and professional portfolio management principles that apply regardless of where you are based. The courses cover global markets — US, European, Asian — and the framework works across all geographies. Many ITPM graduates are based in the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia.

Question 11

What is the PTM exam?

Accepted Answer

The PTM includes an examination that tests your understanding of the professional trading methodology. It covers macro analysis, portfolio construction, risk management, and the core ITPM framework. Passing the exam is part of the pathway to Institute Trader status.

Question 12

Can ITPM lead to a career in finance?

Accepted Answer

ITPM provides professional-grade trading education, but it is not a regulated qualification in the same way as a CFA or Series 7. However, the knowledge and framework taught by ITPM is directly relevant to careers in fund management, proprietary trading, and investment analysis. Many graduates use the education to improve their personal trading and investing.

Question 13

What is the difference between PTM and POTM?

Accepted Answer

The PTM (Professional Trading Masterclass) teaches the complete macro framework and long/short equity portfolio methodology. The POTM (Professional Options Trading Masterclass) builds on that foundation, teaching you how to use options to express your macro views with defined risk and asymmetric returns. You should complete the PTM before the POTM.

Question 14

Is the Macro Dashboard included in the course?

Accepted Answer

No. The Macro Dashboard and Trade Ideas Lab are separate products offered on this site (itpmcourse.com) for $299/year. They complement the ITPM courses by providing live macro data and worked trade idea examples using the ITPM methodology. They are not affiliated with or sold by ITPM directly.

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