Optuma Reviews 73

I used Optuma as my study guide for the CMT Level 3 exam. The material was thorough and the review questions were excellent! I credit it for helping to pass Level 3!

I used the Optuma mock exams for my CMT Level III preparation and found them to be a helpful resource. Additionally, the Forum Q&A was useful for clarifying specific questions regarding the study materials and the mock exam structure.

I took the three CMT exams with the Optuma company and its team, and the experience was excellent. It helped me a lot. Additionally, I had the opportunity to try Optuma, and I realize how strong it is...I'm only beginning to see a small part of the total tools it has at its disposal. Thanks for the help on this journey!

The Learning Objective notes-- I just wanted to say that this feature is truly powerful. This is really, really nice! It is EXTREMELY helpful. And I'll tell you why it's helpful. Volatility is the topic I am focusing on right now. I'm finding the learning objective notes to be particularly useful because there is much very useful and interesting detail in the chapter, but focus is key.

The notes are really solid compliment to the learning objectives themselves. It's one thing to revert to the learning objectives and to use them as a framework but to have the material presented as it is with the notes keeps you focused the way you need to be focused, when you are so busy. This is a great addition. This is TRULY helpful!!!!

A1 program truly top notch content, don’t hesitate i really loved the videos

Optuma is the ultimate share trading program for technical analysis, especially for Gann traders. Take the time to view all of the excellent videos which have been provided for educational purposes. The customer service is exceptional.
Peter Anderson

Working recently with Darren Hawkins, Senior Software Specialist at Optuma, was a masterclass in collaborative problem-solving. Over the course of a week, we spent focused, productive hours combining sophisticated trading tools, fine-tuning performance criteria, integrating complex strategies, and developing advanced macro modules that seamlessly incorporated years of my custom indicators and trading methodologies. The result transformed my daily workflow—what once consumed hours now requires just a single click, a most valuable efficiency gain. This perfectly illustrates why I've remained a loyal Optuma client since 2017 - they make the complex simple.

Hi Mathew,

I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for the incredible course and the clarity with which you presented the concepts. Your engaging approach made the study process enjoyable and informative, and I truly appreciate the effort put into making the material accessible and practical.

Although I wasn’t able to finish the exam and managed to answer about 92% of the questions, the experience has taught me that time management is absolutely essential for success. For future students preparing for the exam, I would strongly recommend focusing on the mock exams to build speed and familiarity, and paying close attention to the bonus section on how to approach essay questions, which I found to be the most valuable resource.

Thanks again for your dedication and support—without it, I wouldn’t have come this far. I’m looking forward to applying what I’ve learned.

Thank you again！
Weihao

The Optuma CMT prep course was critical for my success in passing the CMT exams. Candidates who are serious about learning the material and obtaining the CMT designation should strongly consider Optuma.

I purchased the CMT Level 3 course from both Optuma and UWorld, and found Mr. Verdouw's videos and breakdown of the material very clear and easy to follow. His approach not only made complex concepts easier to understand but also provided a strong focus on practical applications. The course included sample exams, and the forum was a fantastic resource for clarifying any uncertainties. Typically, if I had a question about an exam item, others had already asked for clarification, making it a valuable learning tool. If not, it was easy to post my own question and receive a quick response.Thanks to this course, I felt thoroughly prepared for the exam and gained insights that have directly improved my trading approach.

I first discovered Optuma in 2013 when I enrolled in the CMT Association program. Since then, I have never stopped using it, whether as a student (applying for the CMT) or professionally.

I have noticed that the way the market is analyzed from a technical analysis perspective is changing rapidly. Although the general concepts remain the same, OPTUMA is a tool that showcases all this evolution and innovation in our modern, interconnected world.

In my opinion, OPTUMA is the most comprehensive and modern tool available in the market worldwide, as it preserves the core concepts of technical studies while presenting itself as the best quantitative solution for these studies. The way it allows users to program, write scripts, and model all traditional technical concepts is highly user-friendly and, most importantly, intuitive for frequent users.

It is a software that provides all the conditions for a technical analyst to truly become a portfolio manager, offering much more than just charts.

Optuma has exceptional service! Throughout all these years, there has never been a moment when my requests were not met through various means – email, blog, forum, and even, in some cases, by phone. It is truly a great customer service experience, demonstrating commitment to its clients. My work has become easier and faster, allowing me to focus exactly on what I need to do, as all the measurements, quantitative data, and specific market studies are handled by Optuma for me. Thank you very much.

Raphael Figueredo - RAFI.

I bought this software when they were called Market Analyst. I have spent well over $11,000 US Dollars on their software and daily end of day quotes over the past 12 years. I have the Gann Version. Well, here's the story. I'm getting up in years and decided to scale down my monthly costs and canceled my daily updates with Optuma. When my subscription ran out, all the data I paid for was wiped out from my data bank on my computer.
Seems Optuma CEO Matthew has a rule that when you stop their monthly payment service, they STICK IT TO THE CUSTOMER and claim the data is theirs, even if I paid for it. They are in Austrailia so It would cost a small fortune to sue this guy and his software company.
Now here's another twist. I can't get another data service to run through my program unless I re-subscribe to Optuma's updates. This borderlines on a SCAM! I wouldn't recommend this program to my worst enemy.

I have been using OptuMA for many years now and find their scripting capacity and knowledge base to be second to none. Whenever I am having technical difficulty I always get quick and easy resolution from one of the experts available online. I recently had a rare issue with templates I use every day, and found Matthew, one of the great tech experts, was able to quickly resolve my issue, when I thought I had exhausted all my options. Excellent service above and beyond.

Best charting software I've ever used. Excellent customer service and information base.

Material was easy to understand, Mathew broke it down easily, and with his help, I was able to pass all three levels.

I am preparing the CMT level III exam, and the Optuma course is amazing. My regret is that I did not use it to prepare the previous levels. I think it is a must, beides helping for getting approve the exam, it is another way to understand ideas, and concepts, and to have the help in the forum in which Mathew responds very quickly clearing any doubt.
The Optuma trading system is very good too to start using it and day by day searching its advantages and features.

I took Optuma's video courses for all three levels of the CMT exams, and I can't recommend them highly enough. These courses were essential in helping me pass each exam on the first try. Matthew's clear explanations of complex topics not only simplified the material but also provided real-world insights that enhanced my understanding beyond the textbooks. This knowledge proved invaluable not just for the exams, but also in refining my own trading and investing strategies. If I had to do it all over again, I’d take the same path without hesitation. The CMT journey was an incredible learning experience, and Matthew's courses were a key part of that.

First, I've been very impressed by the power and versatility of the Optuma application. This is truly industrial strength markets analysis capability.

But what stands out even more is the Optuma team's nothing short of exemplary customer service. As I've moved through the Optuma learning curve I've made multiple help support requests. Their responsiveness is consistently very fast and effective. The person who recommended Optuma to me said their customer services was a particular strength, but they've exceeded those high expectations.

I strongly recommend Optuma to anyone who's ready to get truly serious about doing data driven trading.

Hi Mathew,

Many thanks for the great courses, they helped me prepare and pass levels 2 and 3 in December and June. I appreciate the amazing work, the way you explain complicated topics in an easy way, and the examples you provide from Optuma software that make the concepts more relatable and easier to view visualize and grasp.

To anyone who is preparing for the CMT exams, these prep courses are the best.

Thanks again for being so generous in sharing your knowledge and for all the great work and may you have continuous success year after year.

Best wishes
Yara

I recently got a new computer and wasn’t confident in finding and setting up the files and tools myself, so I asked Darren for remote assistance. He responded immediately and, in no time, had everything sorted out—my files and tools were perfectly organized and placed in the correct folders. This is the second time Darren has helped me, and I’m truly thankful from the bottom of my heart. His quick response and expertise have made a huge difference for me. I couldn’t recommend him more highly!