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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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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Inversiones en los mercados de capitales

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investments, Financial Market, Risk Management, Financial Trading, Asset Management, Capital Markets, Equities, Derivatives, Securities Trading, Probability & Statistics

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Database Design, Query Languages, Computer Programming, Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Advancing Proficiency in U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll Tax, Payroll, Payroll Administration, Payroll Processing, Tax Compliance, Tax, Income Tax, Benefits Administration, Compliance Reporting, Compensation and Benefits

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Ultimate Excel VBA Course - Learn and Master VBA Fast

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Data Structures, Excel Formulas, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Productivity Software, Scripting Languages, Computational Logic

    4.4
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Interactive Brokers

    ESG Investing: Financial Decisions in Flux

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Financial Services, Investment Management, Environmental Regulations, Financial Market, Investments, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainability Standards, Market Trend, Portfolio Management, Market Analysis, Business Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Data Collection, Due Diligence, Big Data, Data Science, Risk Management

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    124 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Infraestructura sostenible

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Project Finance, Public Works, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Sustainability Standards, Economic Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Climate Change Adaptation, Strategic Partnership, Project Management Life Cycle, Feasibility Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Private Equity, Loans, Finance, Environment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Programming for a Networked World

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Distributed Computing, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Networking, Data Structures, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Stock Valuation with Dividend Discount Model

    Skills you'll gain: Equities, Business Valuation, Market Data, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Data

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    192 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategies, Financial Management, Business Development, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Global Marketing, International Finance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    Applying Investment Decision Rules for Startups

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Return On Investment, Investment Management, Financial Modeling, Cash Flows, Project Finance, Project Estimation, Decision Making, Depreciation, Microsoft Excel

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università Bocconi

    Finanziamento, sviluppo ed evoluzione delle infrastrutture

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Investments, Risk Analysis, Investment Management, Capital Expenditure, Finance, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Emerging Technologies, Economics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Credit Risk Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Risk Analysis, Lending and Underwriting, Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Working Capital, Financial Statements, Bankruptcies, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Inversiones en los mercados de capitales: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Tsinghua University
  • Advancing Proficiency in U.S. Payroll Fundamentals: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • The Ultimate Excel VBA Course - Learn and Master VBA Fast: Packt
  • ESG Investing: Financial Decisions in Flux: Interactive Brokers
  • Infraestructura sostenible: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Programming for a Networked World : Vanderbilt University
  • Stock Valuation with Dividend Discount Model: Coursera
  • Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Applying Investment Decision Rules for Startups: Yonsei University

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