Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming with R

BY
Vskills

This programme will give the candidates an opportunity to dive into the world of quantitative finance with the use of mathematical models & extremely large data

Mode

Online

Fees

₹ 3499

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

Quantitative Financial Programming with R certification will teach the candidates to identify and analyze securities and financial markets of the industry. This certification will teach the candidates about data analysis using the R language, fixed income securities, derivatives, risk return analysis, the CAMP model and portfolio risk management. Quantitative Financial Programming with R programme imparts knowledge on a lot of other aspects of quantitative finance. 

This includes Performance Analytics for Risk Management, Risk Factors, Portfolio Analytics, Working with Futures, Interest Rates, Financial Modeling with R, R Functions and Packages etc. This certification is generally for job seekers looking to find employment in software development, or IT departments of various finance companies.

The highlights

  • Certification available for life
  • Set your own exam schedule anytime
  • E-learning access for a lifetime
  • 100%  e-learning course
  • Government has certified this course.
  • Vskills certification label on Monsterindia.com
  • Vskills certification label  on Shine.com

Program offerings

  • Free online practice tests
  • Around the clock online learning
  • E-seminars
  • Online mock tests
  • Expertise problem solving lectures

Course and certificate fees

Fees information
₹ 3,499
  • Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming course fees is Rs. 3,499/- (taxes are not included).

 Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming course- Fees Details

Head

Programme Fees

TOTAL fees

RS. 3,499/-

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Vskills

Who it is for

Introduction to jrvfinanceQuantitative Financial Programming with R certification is intended for those working in the IT sector industry, software development industry & professionals wanting to excel in their chosen field.

However, this course is also beneficial for graduates wanting to excel and gain employment opportunities, job seekers wanting to make their CV stronger and for freshers willing to learn new skills.

Eligibility criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

For getting the certificate in Vskills Quantitative Financial Programming, candidates should be ready for giving an online exam after the completion of the syllabus. This evaluation will be of 50 marks containing 50 multiple choice questions. Passing percentage for the assessment is 50%. Hence, a score of 25 marks out of the total 50 for passing the test will be mandatory.

What you will learn

Programming skills Financial knowledge Knowledge of capm

Once the candidates complete the Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming with R, they will take learn many concepts, as mentioned below:

  • Optimal Asset Allocation with Markowitz Framework
  • Portfolio Risk Management & Analysis
  • The CAPM Model & Factor Model Introduction, benefits, optimal use of Risk Return Analysis
  • Pricing European Options with the Black-Scholes Model
  • Introduction, duration, the importance of Fixed-Income Securities
  • Data Analysis using R Language 
  • Quantitative Finance Basics

The syllabus

Quantitative Finance Basics

  • Fundamentals of Quantitative Finance
  • R Functions and Packages

Data Analysis using R Language

  • Introduction to Quantmod
  • Equity – Definitions and Price Download
  • Modeling Prices and Returns
  • Asset Returns Simulation
  • Financial Modeling with R: S&P500 Statistical Analysis

Fixed-Income Securities

  • Introduction to jrvFinance
  • Introduction to Fixed-Income Securities
  • The Importance of Interest Rate
  • Pricing of Fixed-Income Securities
  • Duration, Modified Duration, and Convexity
  • The Yield Curve and the Bootstrapping Approach

Derivatives

  • Introduction to fOptions
  • Working with Futures
  • European and American Options
  • Pricing European Options – The Binomial Model
  • Pricing European Options with the Black-Scholes Model

Risk Return Analysis

  • Introduction to PortfolioAnalytics
  • The Benefits of Diversification
  • Risk/Return Paradigm
  • Capital Allocation Line and Capital Market Line
  • Optimal Asset Allocation with Markowitz Framework

The CAPM Model

  • Introduction to PerformanceAnalytics
  • Idiosyncratic versus Systematic Risk
  • Risk Factors
  • The CAPM
  • Fama-French and Other Factor Models
  • Empirical Testing of the CAPM

Portfolio Risk Management

  • PerformanceAnalytics for Risk Management
  • The Value-at-Risk (VaR) Model
  • The Expected Shortfall (ES)
  • Benefits and Pitfalls of VaR Approach
  • Hedging Financial Exposure

Admission details


Filling the form

There are some simple steps that have to be followed by every candidate while applying for Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming course. These steps are mentioned below:

Step 1: Firstly if the participants do not have an account on Vskills they must add their basic details and make an account on the Vskills website (this step is compulsory).

Step 2: After successfully making an account, participants need to visit the VSkills certification website. Then apply for the Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming course under its tab. The URL is as mentioned below:

https://www.vskills.in/certification/programming-languages/quantitative-financial-programming

Step 3: Candidates must now fill in their bank account information via which online payment can be done for the course tab Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming.

Step 4: Participants have to press on a suitable payment option. Then, select the “buy now” option. Vskills online payment is very easy. Click on “buy now” & the payment will be done. Payment can be done by net banking/credit/ debit card.

NOTE:  The participants don’t have to fill the application form in-case they are paying online.

Evaluation process

Each candidate has to pass an exam. This evaluation will take place online.  A minimum of 25 marks out of the total 50 marks is mandatory. Hence, candidates should score 50% in the exam. After successfully passing this test, candidates will be awarded the certificate from Vskills.

How it helps

This Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming with R will definitely give an edge to the candidates, help them stand out, differentiate themselves from others, thereby giving them more credibility in the market that is very competitive today.

 Apart from broadening the candidate's employment opportunities, Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming with R will display the new and more advanced skills learnt by the candidates during the time span of the course, giving them higher earning potential.

Vskills Certificate in Quantitative Financial Programming with R helps candidates in finding jobs in software development, IT sector industry of many finance companies, students who want to make their CV brighter and make their skill set strong. This course will also help the ones already having jobs at certain companies to prove they are worthy of the job, to their employers and simultaneously increase their set of skills via this certification.

FAQs

What are the partner institutions of Vskills?

Vskills partners with various institutions and companies at various capacities for employment generation and skill building. Among them are Monsterindia.com, Shine.com, Naukri.com, Digital Vidya, Edu Pristine.

What does the academic council of Vskills consist of?

Vskills hires nothing but the best of professionals for their students. For example- Piyush Madan who has a rich experience in Logistics and Retail Assessments & Vipul Garg who is very experienced in Foreign Trade and Accounting, Banking & Finance Assessments.

What is the customer care number of Vskills website?

The customer care number is available on the Vskills website itself to solve any queries of the interested participants. The number is as follows: 

011 4734 4723

Are there any student submissions done here?

Vskills is always involved with students and educational institutions. Vskills has collaborated with:

  • IIT Chennai 
  • IIT Kanpur
  • NITIE Mumbai
  • IIT Mumbai

What practice tests are available on Vskills?

Practice tests of the following subjects are available free of cost on the Vskills website: Finance and Banking, Human Resources, Media, Hospitality, IT, Project Management, Sales & Marketing etc.

Are there any prepaid vouchers available on the Vskills website?

A minimum of 20 prepaid vouchers of Vskills certifications at discount from their retail price is available on Vskills.

NOTE: Prepaid vouchers are non-returnable and non-refundable.

How can a candidate make his/her wish-list of courses?

Firstly the candidates have to make an account with Vskills under their name, add all their general contact details and then once the account is made candidates can add any number of courses to their wish-list as and when they like it.

How will the exams be conducted?

The exams will be conducted online only. After the completion of syllabus, candidates can choose their schedule for giving the test which will be of 50 marks. The passing marks for the same will be 25.

What is the benefit of this certification?

This Vskills certification will be valid for life, will be government recognized, will give a lifetime opportunity for e-learning and will also allow candidates to give free practice tests.

What does Quantitative Financial Programming fall into?

Quantitative Financial Programming with R falls into the category of Programming Languages where it uses various mathematical models and large sets of data to analyze financial services and industry.

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