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.

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Graph Theory, Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Network Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Computational Thinking, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Portfolio Management, Investments, Wealth Management, Financial Market, Investment Management, Asset Management, Consumer Behaviour, Market Dynamics, Market Trend, Capital Markets, Decision Making, Finance, Market Analysis, Equities, Financial Analysis, Psychology, Performance Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Fraud detection, Accounting Software, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Management Accounting, Tax Compliance, Accounting, Real Time Data, Auditing, Financial Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Tax, Artificial Intelligence, Practice Management, Financial Forecasting, Anomaly Detection, Predictive Analytics, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Bank Regulations, Banking, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Risk Management, Commercial Banking, Credit Risk, Payment Systems, FinTech, Operational Risk, Financial Market, Balance Sheet
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Network Routing, Cryptography, Java Programming, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Futures Exchange, Financial Market, Equities, Financial Trading, Market Data, Capital Markets, Investments, Securities Trading, Market Liquidity, Market Trend, Market Dynamics, Risk Management, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Risk Analysis, Arbitration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Analytics, Business Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Business Process, Tableau Software, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Web Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Transformation, E-Commerce, Financial Services, SQL, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Melbourne
Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Financial Reporting, Corporate Finance, Cash Flows, Accrual Accounting, Risk Analysis, Governance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Capital Budgeting, Project Finance, Cash Flows, Return On Investment, Financial Modeling, Cash Management, Investment Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Capital Markets, Equities, Bankruptcies, Corporate Finance, Corporate Tax, Tax
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Revenue Recognition, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Accrual Accounting, Infographics, Storytelling, Cash Flows, Accounting, Data Collection, Business Analytics, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Business Analysis, Big Data, Analytics, Asset Management, Data Analysis, Intellectual Property, Network Model
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Business Modeling, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Customer Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Internal Auditing, Corporate Finance, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Business Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Accounting, Project Finance, Business Metrics, Value Propositions, Finance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months