UK Trading Academy
Education Is The Foundation To Build Your Future
*Our Dubai Trading Academy Opens March 2026*
Welcome To The UK Trading Academy
The UK Trading Academy first started in December 2010 and provides both non accredited and fully accredited educational courses to its students. The company has grown significantly and is the largest and one of the longest running academies in the UK and Europe. The number of students taught worldwide from all our courses offered has now reached just over 180,000 .
UKTA have the enviable position of being the only private educator able to provide a fully accredited internationally recognised Professional MBA with entry conditions that no other university is able to give. This is the future of education and we are at the forefront of providing post graduate higher level education to all. We are delighted that you have decided to join an innovative, creative and forward thinking academy and furthering your education with us.
We take our responsibility to our students seriously and strive to provide the best academic experience, a rich study environment and specialist support that you need to take your education to the next level. Our full range of accredited courses are underpinned by academic excellence and innovative teaching techniques which are leading the field giving improved results and student success to an increasing level.
We offer flexible study options that allow students who would not normally be able to achieve a masters level qualification the ability to do this. It is ideal if you need to fit your study around other life and work commitments. The substantial finance backing we have been able to achieve allows students to be able to gain significant bursaries towards their Professional; MBA course fees and these are available to all students no matter what your financial situation or background.
With substantial investment UK Trading Academy has a new teaching campus which has been designed to meet the requirements of the Professional MBA. This is an exciting time for you to be studying with us and we hope to be welcoming you soon on your path to success.
About UK Trading Academy
UK Trading Academy is a UK company with the registration number 08858400. Our headquarters and academy campus is at Waterton Park, Waterton Industrial Estate, Bridgend, Wales, United Kingdom. Our journey began in December 2010, with a commitment to providing educational courses to our members.
Since our inception, we have experienced significant growth and are proud to hold the esteemed position of being the largest academy in the UK and Europe, having educated over 180,000 students. Our achievements have been recognized through accolades such as the Alpari award for Best Intermediate Broker and The Global Forex Awards for Best Educational Resources.
We are the only private educator to achieve accreditation for Professional MBA in Financial Trading for students with the added benefits of significant fee reduction for all students compared to normal university fees. The method of delivery being mainly online also means no matter what your circumstances you will be able to achieve a dream you thought may have passed you by.
Professional MBA - Financial Trading
Qualification
Internationally recognised Professional MBA Masters Degree qualification
Education
Full Professional MBA course in Financial Trading providing 180 credits
On Line Teaching
Our Professional MBA is provided through online lectures and training
Our Academy
Our modern academy and institutional trading floor
Take a detailed look at what this opportunity provides
ServicesWe Provide.
Our Courses
Managed Accounts
Trade Opportunities
Our Accreditation
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We have accreditation with Aspire who are one of the top accreditation authorities in UK and Europe providing
Internationally recognised qualifications worldwide. Our accredited courses are now also approved by KHDA the Dubai Knowledge & Human Development Authority


Our Company Achievements
190421+
Courses Sold
184000+
Total Students
$4M
Managed Accounts
Internationally Recognised Speaker
- Paul Chalmers, founder of UK Trading Academy, is invited to speak at the major respected finance and trading events across the world. His insights into trading psychology, risk management, and trader education have earned him a growing reputation as a trusted voice in the trading education space. Paul is requested for many keynote speeches, moderates panels, actively speaks as a member of panels and most recently asked to be the host commentatory for the first trading event held at the prestigious IFX Conference and Exhibition in Dubai. Many influencers ask Paul to speak on their podcasts and he speaks on mant different subjects.
Selected Appearances- Some of the conferences the CEO has spoken at in the last few years:-
IX Trader Show, London – Ketnote Speaker: “Why 85% of Traders Lose Money”
IFX Expo Dubai 2025 – Panel Moderator: “Online Traders: You Are Your Own Fund Manager”
Fastbull World Finance Summit, Dubai – “Mastering the Art of Winning Trades”
IX Trader Webinar – £20,000 prize webinar for IX Trader members
London Trader Event – Expert speaker and course giveaway
IFX Expo Dubai 2026 – Keynote Speaker:
THE WORLD FINANCE SUMMIT Ghana 2026 – Expert Speaker at this pinnacle conference for world finance leaders.
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Why Choose Us?
When you join UK Trading Academy you get a company that is highly accredited in the industry and provides internationally recognised and accredited courses from Certificate through to Professional MBA. Our reputation is second to none providing students with a range of courses to be able to give you lifetime skills in finance and the art of financial trading. We are the world number one academy for teaching students how to gain skills in the largest and most lucrative business sector in the world.
Performance
92%
Course Content
93%
Value For Money
95%
User Experience
95%
Accredited Courses - Financial Trading
Our Professional MBA in Financial Trading is unique in the educational world removing all the barriers traditional university courses have in selection and life impacts. Our Certificate and Diploma give a pathway for everyone.
Full Range of Educational Courses
We provide our range of non accredited courses for students that start from beginner and take students through to becoming a professional trader with online courses and live daily webinars.
Managed Accounts
From managed accounts through to Institutional Fund trading is provided by our talented and professional team of traders that provide low risk consistent performance. *
Trade Opportunities
Just imagine being able to look over the shoulder of high performing instituational traders and see exactly what they are placing into the markets.
What Our Students Say
Our students rate the overall experience and value for money for our course in the 90%'s. Take a look at the results to the left and see why we are rate so highly.
* Please note UK Trading Academy do not Provide Managed Accounts directly. We provide institutional trading services to regulated companies we work with and access is gained through those companies.
What Our Customers Say