OIC and Rutgers Launch New Options Education Program for Financial Advisors

CHICAGO, IL, Oct 08 (MARKET WIRE) --
The Options Industry Council announces a new and unique partnership with
the Rutgers Institute for Management and Executive Development (IMED) at
the Rutgers University School of Business-Camden that combines Rutgers'
academic excellence with OIC's industry expertise to offer a new
continuing education program for financial advisors.

The Portfolio Management Using Equity Options Certificate Program will be
offered as a two-day intensive format and is eligible for up to 12
continuing education credits. Sean E. Heron, CFA, an adjunct finance
faculty member at the Rutgers School of Business, along with guest
instructor Eric Cott, OIC Director of Financial Advisor Education, will
teach the course in an interactive classroom-style format. Topics covered
include everything from basic and intermediate options to advanced
strategies and case studies.

Renowned globally for its expertise in business education and research
into best practices, Rutgers developed this program recognizing the need
for continuing education for financial advisors. While Rutgers provides
the benefits of an academic environment, OIC's product knowledge,
resources and educational initiatives make this an ideal partnership.

"We are honored and flattered that OIC has chosen Rutgers as a continuing
education partner," said Ray Compari, Associate Dean and Director of the
Rutgers IMED. "This partnership positions each of our organizations to
meet our education objectives with extensive resources and bright minds."

"OIC is thrilled to be collaborating with Rutgers on this new program. It
allows us to connect students with OIC's educational offerings providing
them with ongoing educational support," said Gina McFadden, President of
OIC.

The first co-sponsored two-day intensive course is scheduled for December
1-2 in New York City from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Future offerings are scheduled
for Boca Raton, FL, Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA in 2010. For the
December program agenda and to register, please visit
http://finance.rutgers.edu.

About the Rutgers IMED

The Rutgers Institute for Management and Executive Development (Rutgers
IMED) is a leading provider of business training and professional
development across the nation. Through the Rutgers IMED, the Rutgers
School of Business-Camden seeks to strengthen the leadership and
management capabilities of individuals and organizations. For more
information, visit imed.rutgers.edu.

About OIC

OIC is an industry cooperative funded by the Boston Options Exchange,
Chicago Board Options Exchange, International Securities Exchange, NASDAQ
OMX PHLX, NASDAQ Options Market, NYSE Amex Options, NYSE Arca Options, and
The Options Clearing Corporation. OIC was formed in 1992 to educate
investors and their financial advisors about the benefits and risks of
exchange-traded equity options. OIC's resources include: The Options
Industry Services Help Desk at 1-888-OPTIONS, educational Web sites at
www.OptionsEducation.org, www.OptionsEducation.org/advisor and
www.OICoptions.com, evening seminars throughout the continental United
States and Canada, instructional DVDs and educational literature and
software.

Media Contacts:

Rutgers IMED
Joanne Stevenson
856-225-6685
Email Contact

OIC
Jim Binder
312-322-9853
Email Contact

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