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Computational Finance Courses

Computational finance courses can help you learn quantitative analysis, risk management, algorithmic trading, and financial modeling. You can build skills in statistical methods, portfolio optimization, and pricing derivatives. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and MATLAB, that support implementing complex financial strategies and analyzing large datasets.


Popular Computational Finance Courses and Certifications


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    The University of Edinburgh

    AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Emerging Technologies, Technical Communication, Physical Science, Computational Thinking, Image Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Data Analysis Software

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    HEC Paris

    Investment Management in an Evolving and Volatile World by HEC Paris and AXA Investment Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Investments, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Financial Market, Risk Management, Financial Regulation, Product Lifecycle Management, Performance Analysis, Risk Analysis, Microsoft Excel

    4.6
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    University of Michigan

    Advanced Concepts in Time Value of Money (TVM)

    Skills you'll gain: Loans, Finance, Mortgage Loans, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software

    4.7
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    Universidad de los Andes

    Programación en Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Visualization Software, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Scripting

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    210 reviews

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

    4.7
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    219 reviews

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    Peking University

    程序设计与算法

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Storage, Application Development, Computer Architecture, Software Design, Data Storage Technologies, Software Engineering, Maintainability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    FinTech Security and Regulation (RegTech)

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Regulation, Financial Regulations, Bank Regulations, FinTech, Financial Services, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Mobile Banking, Regulatory Requirements, Fraud detection, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Insurance, Blockchain, Digital Forensics

    4.7
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    INSEAD

    Blockchain Revolution in Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Payment Systems, Governance, Financial Services, Financial Regulation, Ledgers (Accounting), Work Breakdown Structure, Project Implementation, Business Modeling, Financial Systems, Project Design, Solution Design, Accounting Systems, Cryptography, Design, Emerging Technologies

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Clinical Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Clinical Data Management, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Clinical Research, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, Data Manipulation, Predictive Modeling, Database Design, Google Cloud Platform, Intensive Care Unit, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Natural Language Processing, Bioinformatics, Informatics, Text Mining, Clinical Informatics, R Programming

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    Peking University

    计算机组成 Computer Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Computer Engineering, Systems Architecture, Operating Systems, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Computational Logic

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    Rice University

    Portfolio Selection and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Investments, Financial Market, Risk Management, Finance, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Decision Making, Quantitative Research, Variance Analysis

    4.6
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    630 reviews

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Programming with Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Animations, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Dataflow, Storytelling, Game Design, Storyboarding, Scripting, Solution Design, Program Development, Event-Driven Programming, Coordination

    4.4
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computational finance courses

  • AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery: The University of Edinburgh
  • Investment Management in an Evolving and Volatile World by HEC Paris and AXA Investment Managers: HEC Paris
  • Advanced Concepts in Time Value of Money (TVM): University of Michigan
  • Programación en Python: Universidad de los Andes
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2): Rice University
  • 程序设计与算法: Peking University
  • FinTech Security and Regulation (RegTech): The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Blockchain Revolution in Financial Services: INSEAD
  • Clinical Data Science: University of Colorado System
  • 计算机组成 Computer Organization: Peking University

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Financial Markets (10)
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