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Quantitative Fundamentals of
Computational Finance Certificate
With the University of WashingtonApplied Mathematics DepartmentLearn the key mathematical, statistical and
econometric foundations needed to be successful in
the financial profession today. Gain core skills
necessary for the quantitative management of
investments, and prepare for more advanced work in
current investment theory and practice. Develop a
fundamental understanding of R programming for
statistical and financial modeling.
Key OutcomesYou will gain a thorough understanding of the
fundamental financial and mathematical concepts
supporting current theory and practice of portfolio
optimization and risk management. The curriculum
provides an ideal analytic foundation for an entry-level
financial services job and for entering a MS degree
program in quantitative and computational finance.
Program Features Earn undergraduate credit
Hands-on experience with statistical and financialmodeling using open source R programming
Virtual interaction with the instructor, includingvideo and audio, via web conferencing software for
online students, supplemental for classroom
UW Summer Certificate ProgramsYou can augment skills and knowledge gained from
your degree study or professional experience with an
additional area of focus. Students can earn
undergraduate credit toward a degree while building
credentialed capability in a high demand skill set. Set
yourself apart in the job market with this marker ofprofessional readiness.
PrerequisitesStudents should have completed an entry-level college
calculus course that included an introduction to
multivariable differential calculus; additional
mathematics and statistics coursework is desirable.
This 11 credit program runs full term in Summer Quar
2013 with classes held Mondays through Thursdays. Class
are offered virtually online as well as in the classroo
Registering for all three courses is preferred since th
present an integrated body of knowledge; however, sing
course enrollment is available.
APPLY HEREhttp://www.pce.uw.edu/certificates/quantitative-computational-finance.html
Courses AMATH 460:
Mathematical Methods for Quantitative FinanceKjell Konis, 3 credits, Mon/Wed 4:40 6:10pm PS
AMATH 461:Probability & Statistics for Computational Finance
Kjell Konis, 3 credits, Tue/Thurs 4:40 6:10pm PS
AMATH 462:Introduction to Computational Finance & FinancialEconometrics
Eric Zivot, 5 credits, Tue/Thurs 1:10 3:50pm PST
For more information:Eileen AnastasioProgram ManagerP: 206.543.2491
computational-finance.uw.edu
REGISTER NOW
Want to Make a Difference in the Financial and Investment Industries?
Online and classroom summer courses are available