12 Quantitative Finance courses in Belfast

“Quantum Computing for Finance” is a 2-course online program designed for learners to realize the true potential of quantum technologies and its use-cases in Finance. The first course “Introduction to Quantitative and Computational Finance” will develop fundamental concepts required for an understanding of quantum algorithms and more advanced topics in computational finance. This course will teach you the basics of derivative products, the Black-Scholes-Merton model for pricing vanilla derivatives, and how to compute the price of exotic options with a computer. The second course “Quantum Algorithms for Computational Finance” is an advanced course that will develop an understanding of quantum algorithms for their implementation on quantum computers and their applications in finance. This course covers several aspects of quantum programming for people already familiar with the basics of quantum programming and quantitative finance. Buy the program at a reduced price.

About the course “Quantum Computing for Finance” is an emerging multidisciplinary field of quantum physics, finance, mathematics, and computer science, in which quantum computations are applied to solve complex problems. “Introduction to Quantitative and Computational Finance” provides a basis to step into the world of Quantum Computing for Finance. This introductory course will develop fundamental concepts required for an understanding of quantum algorithms and more advanced topics in computational finance. Through this course, you will learn the basics of derivative products, the Black-Scholes-Merton model for pricing vanilla derivatives, and how to compute the price of exotic options with a computer. This course is designed for all those who wish to develop their skills and start a career in quantitative finance. This course is the first part of the specialised training program: “Quantum Computing for Finance”. What Skills you will learn The fundamentals of derivative products, their types – forwards and options, and their pricing. An understanding of the Black-Scholes-Merton model, hedging and volatility modelling. The computational and modelling techniques for pricing options such as Monte-Carlo simulations and the Finite Difference method. A strong foundation in quantitative and computational skills for modelling and solving complex financial problems using Python programming language. The skills for a career in the finance industry, including quantitative asset management and trading, financial engineering, risk management, and applied research. Course Prerequisites All potential learners should have prior knowledge of the following content areas, either through completion of academic studies or relative professional preparation: Basic calculus (partial derivatives) Probability theory (with an exposure to measure theory if possible) Basic linear algebra (matrix operations) Numerical Python (NumPy essentially) The course contains several Python based programming exercises. We recommend that you install Python on your local system to practice and implement the programs explained throughout the course. For instructions and tutorials for beginners, please click on the following link: Python installation instructions and tutorials for beginners Duration The estimated duration to complete this course is approximately 4 weeks (~3hrs/week). Course assessment To complete the course and earn certification, you must pass all the quizzes at the end of each lesson by scoring 80% or more. Instructors QuantFiQuantFi is a French start-up research firm formed in 2019 with the objective of using the science of quantum computing to provide solutions to the financial services industry. With its staff of PhD's and PhD students, QuantFi engages in fundamental and applied research in in the field of quantum finance, collaborating with industrial partners and universities in seeking breakthroughs in such areas as portfolio optimisation, asset pricing, and trend detection.

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Overview Understand the role of corporate structure, dividends and equity indices in equity markets. Become familiar with the building blocks of repos / stock lending, futures and forwards – and how to use these products. Understand how to price, and risk manage equity swaps and dividend swaps. Gain experience in their uses in trading, corporate finance and portfolio management. Learn how to price equity options and the features that make them different from other asset classes, explore how to use these products for taking equity risk, yield enhancement and portfolio protection. Understand strategies designed to trade / hedge volatility using options. Who the course is for Risk management Finance Sales and trading Treasury Technology Financial Engineering Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please request a brochure To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

Overview 2 day course on key interest rate derivative products, covering both theory (product mechanics, market conventions and valuation) and practice (wide range of applications for wide range of market participants showcased) Who the course is for Interest rate traders, salespeople and quants Asset-liability management staff with banks and insurance companies Fixed income and credit asset managers / hedge funds / pension funds / insurance companies Corporate treasurers Risk management Anyone using interest rate derivatives Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please request a brochure To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

Overview Learn about contract triggers, including European vs. American style, and variations like one-touch, no-touch, and double no-touch options. Who the course is for Risk managers IT System developers Traders and derivatives teams Consultants and brokers Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please request a brochure To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

Overview A comprehensive and practical 3 days workshop on pricing, using and managing structured interest rate derivatives. What used to be called exotic interest rate derivatives are now commonplace and an essential part of the financial marketplace either as legacy transactions or embedded in new structures. This intensive course is for anyone who wishes to be able to use, price, manage, market or evaluate standard interest rate derivatives such as Constant Maturity Swaps, Range Accruals and Quantos. We also look in detail at such important products as CMS spread-linked structures and volatility/variance swaps, always from a pragmatic practitioner’s perspective. Who the course is for This course is designed for anyone who wishes to be able to price, use, market, manage or evaluate interest rate derivatives. Interest-rate sales / traders / structurers / quants IT Bank Treasury ALM Central Bank and Government Treasury Funding managers Insurance Investment managers Fixed Income portfolio managers IPV professionals Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please request a brochure To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

Overview A review of the most enduringly popular structured equity-linked products. This 1 day hands-on programme will help you gain familiarity with 1st generation & 2nd generation structured products convexity – and their applications. Discover techniques for maximising the participation rate to enhance returns for investors. Explore the trade-offs between coupon payments and gearing, and how they affect the risk-return profile of the notes. Explore ladder structures, their relationship to lookbacks, and the benefits they offer to investors. Learn about accumulators, their structuring, and the reasons behind their controversy in the market. Who the course is for Structured Products Desks, Financial Engineers, Product Controllers Traders, Dealing Room Staff and Sales People Risk Managers, Quantitative Analysts and Middle Office Managers Fund Managers, Investors, Senior Managers Researchers and Systems Developers Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please request a brochure To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now