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Mathematical Finance Courses

Mathematical finance courses can help you learn financial modeling, risk assessment, portfolio optimization, and pricing of financial derivatives. You can build skills in quantitative analysis, statistical methods, and using stochastic processes to evaluate investment strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial calculations, Python for data analysis, and software for simulations, allowing you to apply these skills in real-world financial contexts.


Popular Mathematical Finance Courses and Certifications


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    Università Bocconi

    Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Governance, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Strategic Thinking, Human Resources, Cultural Diversity, International Finance, Policy Development, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Partnership

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Understanding Financial Statements: Company Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Income Statement, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Cash Flows, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Performance Analysis

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Polynomials and Roots

    Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, General Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Analytical Skills, Mathematical Modeling, Geometry, Graphing

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 1: Least Squares

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Linear Algebra, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling, Data Modeling, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, General Mathematics, Derivatives

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    190 reviews

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Macroeconomic Financial Accounts

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Financial Data, Financial Policy, Financial Market, International Finance, Finance, Accounting, Banking, Economics, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Energy and Momentum

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving

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    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Introdução ao Controle de Sistemas

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, Systems Engineering, System Monitoring, Systems Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Performance Testing, Differential Equations, Model Evaluation

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    University of California, Irvine

    Recording in Journals & Posting in Ledgers

    Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting Records, Bookkeeping, General Accounting, Accounting Systems, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Accruals, Revenue Recognition, Reconciliation, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Transaction Processing, Financial Reporting, Expense Management, Journals

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    University of Cape Town

    Financial Regulation in Emerging Markets and the Rise of Fintech Companies

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Regulations, FinTech, Financial Regulation, Financial Systems, Blockchain, Mobile Banking, Banking, Financial Services, Consumer Lending, Financial Market, Emerging Technologies, Regulatory Requirements, Loans, Lending and Underwriting, Regulatory Compliance, Payment Systems, International Finance, Payment Processing, Risk Modeling

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Physics, Geometry, Algebra, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving

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    Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

    Financial Business Accounting and MIS Reports

    Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting Software, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Financial Accounting, Sales Tax, Financial Statements, Bookkeeping, International Finance, Invoicing, Inventory Management System, Cash Handling, Tax Compliance, Reconciliation, Payment Systems, Banking, Corporate Tax

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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Control Systems, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Torque (Physics), Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030: Università Bocconi
  • Understanding Financial Statements: Company Performance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Polynomials and Roots: Johns Hopkins University
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 1: Least Squares: Johns Hopkins University
  • Macroeconomic Financial Accounts: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Physics 101 - Energy and Momentum: Rice University
  • Introdução ao Controle de Sistemas: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • Recording in Journals & Posting in Ledgers: University of California, Irvine
  • Financial Regulation in Emerging Markets and the Rise of Fintech Companies: University of Cape Town
  • Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation : Rice University

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