Foundations of ML and AI for Financial Professionals
NOW SELF-PACED! In this popular course, we aim to bring clarity to how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing financial services. We will provide an intuitive understanding to machine learning with just enough mathematics and basic statistics. Python knowledge required.
Schedule & Duration
Section 1: Optional Python Course-3 lessons (fee)
Section 2: Core Course-8 lessons
Section 3: Optional Capstone Project--1 lesson
Core Course Length:
8, 1.5 hour lessons
Case studies + Labs using the QuSandbox
Total instruction time, up to 14 hours
Time: On-Demand
Flexible and self-paced based on participant knowledge and time availability.
Course Dates:
Python: Opens October 8-January 31, 2020
Core Course & Capstone Project:
Opens October 27-January 31, 2021
Program is self-paced, based on the weekly roll-out of each lesson. All lessons must be completed by January 31, 2021.
PRMIA Special Pricing:
Receive a $100 discount at check-out use code: PRMIADISCOUNT100
Prerequisite: Basic Python skills
About This Course |
OUR TRAINING PARTNER: QUANTUNIVERSITY
The use of data science and machine learning in the investment industry is increasing. Financial firms are using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to augment traditional investment decision making. In this course, we aim to bring clarity on how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing financial services. We will introduce key concepts, and through examples and case studies we will illustrate the role of machine learning, data science techniques, and AI in the investment industry. Rather than just showing how to write code or run experiments in Python, we will provide an intuitive understanding to machine learning with just enough mathematics and basic statistics.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the role of Machine Learning and AI in financial services
- Describe when ML and AI techniques are used
- List the key machine learning methodologies
- Choose an algorithm for a specific goal
- Participate in case studies with fully functional code
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Prerequisite:
This course will include labs and case studies using the QuSandbox. Participants are expected to have fundamental knowledge of Python. A FREE tutorial on Python is available here.
Need additional Python training? At checkout, "Add the 3-part "Just Enough Python for Data Science in Finance" course for just $150 ($349 value)
Complete details and registration here.
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Agenda |
Lesson Opens |
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Topic *** All lessons will be accessible through January 31, 2021 **** |
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October 8 |
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Just Enough Python for Data Science in Finance
- 3-part Python course
- Separate Registration required ($150 with purchase of ML/AI Course)
- Sessions are pre-recorded and available on-demand October 8- January 31, 2021 |
Lesson 1
October 27
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Machine Learning and AI: An Intuitive Introduction
- Machine Learning and Statistics
- A Tour of ML and AI Methods
- Key Drivers Influencing the Adoption of ML and AI
- Key Applications
- Key Players
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Lesson 2
November 3
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Exploratory Data Analysis
- Exploring and Visualizing Large Datasets
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Lesson 3
November 10
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Core Methods and Applications
- Dimension Reduction and Visualizing Datasets Using PCA, T-SNE
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Lesson 4
November 17
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Case Study + Lab
- Segmentation Analysis for Equities
- Using K-means for Automatic Clustering of Stocks
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Lesson 5
November 24
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Core Methods and Applications
- How Does Supervised ML Work?
- Evaluating ML Algorithms
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Lesson 6
December 1
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Case Study + Lab
- Machine Learning for Credit
- Predicting Interest Rates and Credit Risk Using Alternative Datasets
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Lesson 7
December 8
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Working with Text
- Making Sense of Text and Natural Language Processing
- Sentiment Analysis
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Lesson 8
December 15
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Frontier Topics
- Key Issues in Adopting AI and AL into Investment Workflows
- How ML and AI Will Change the Investment Industry
- Frontier Topics
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Lesson 9
December 22
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Optional Capstone Project
- Included in registration of the core course |
January 31, 2021 |
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Courses close |
Who Should Attend |
- Fundamental and quantitative analysts, risk and investment professionals, portfolio managers new to data science and machine learning
- Financial professionals new to data-driven methodologies
- Machine learning enthusiasts interested in use cases in Fintech and financial organizations
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About Our Expert |
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Sri Krishnamurthy, CFA, CAP is the founder of QuantUniversity.com, a data and Quantitative Analysis Company, and the creator of the Analytics Certificate program and Fintech Certificate program. Sri has more than 15 years of experience in analytics, quantitative analysis, statistical modeling and designing large-scale applications. Prior to starting QuantUniversity, Sri worked at Citigroup, Endeca, MathWorks, and with more than 25 customers in the financial services and energy industries. He has trained more than 1,000 students in quantitative methods, analytics, and big data in the industry and at Babson College, Northeastern University, and Hult International Business School. Sri earned an MS in Computer Systems Engineering, an MS in Computer Science, both from Northeastern University, and an MBA with a focus on Investments from Babson College.
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QuantUniversity is a quantitative analytics and machine learning advisory based in Boston, Massachusetts. QuantUniversity runs various data science and machine learning workshops in Boston, New York, Chicago, San Francisco and online.
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Continued Risk Learning Credits: 14 |
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QUANTUNIVERSITY REGISTRATION POLICIES
This course is being delivered by a PRMIA Training Partner, QuantUniversity. All registrations, payments, and course operations will be managed exclusively by QuantUniversity. When registering for the course, you will leave PRMIA.org and use QuantUniversity's registration system, proprietary learning management system, and QuSandbox for labs. Questions and requests should be directed to QuantUniversity at [email protected].
Cancellations must be received by October 31, 2020, for a full refund less a $100 processing fee. Refunds will not be issued: a) once the course content has been accessed and/or b) after October 31. No shows or incompletion of the course(s) by January 31, 2021. forfeit full payment. This cancellation policy supersedes PRMIA's posted cancellation policy. In the event sufficient registrations are not received, PRMIA and/or QuantUniversity reserve the right to cancel this course one week prior to the start date. Full refunds will be issued if cancelled by the training partner.