In this certificate, students will learn how to use analyze financial data using Python. The program starts with the fundamentals of Python and data science, including data types and data structures. You'll learn to work with SQL to query databases. Participants progress to building sophisticated statistical models using machine learning where you'll complete your own final project. In the last course, you will learn advanced libraries and applications of Python specifically for financial analysis, including SEC filings, stock prices, portfolio and risk management, and financial ratios.
This program prepares students for entry-level positions in data science and financial technology and provides valuable programming and data analysis skills for any financial analyst or professional.
This course is open to beginners with no prior knowledge of Python, programming concepts, or data science. However, participants should be familiar with financial concepts such as NPV, IRR, financial statements, and stock fundemantals. Those without a background in finance should contact us after registration to access a free on-demand supplemental guide.
This is the recommended order, but some courses may be taken in a different order.
Unit 1 30 Hours
Learn the fundamentals of Python and object-oriented programming in this 5-day intensive course. You'll gain a solid understanding of Python, with a strong emphasis on using libraries and frameworks for data science.
Unit 2 30 Hours
Take a step beyond normal programming, into using algorithms that can independently learn patterns and make decisions. Machine learning skills are in high demand, as these algorithms now run the majority of trading on Wall Street and the product recommendations at big companies like Amazon, Spotify, and Netflix.
Unit 3 18 Hours
Unit 4 6 Hours
This class will teach students how to scrap and mine the web for any type of data. Whether you are in academics, business, journalism or anything in between - this class will be extremely beneficial. Students will learn two major skills in this course: Python and Webscraping. Students will first be introduced to the most powerful programming language in the world and later learn one of its many libraries. If you are interested in pursuing this skill further, check out our Python for Data Science Bootcamp.
Unit 5 18 Hours
In this advanced course, you will cover the major Python financial libraries to gather and manipulate financial data. You will start by working with financial APIs to fetch financial, company, and economic data. We will analyze financial statements from the SEC website, including financial ratios derived from the income statement and balance sheet. You will build a risk management models using Python libraries to create VAR models and Monte Carlo simulation. We will learn how to apply statistical measures such as linear regression to financial uses such as stock prices.
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Attend this certificate program in-person in NYC or Live Online via Zoom. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects.
Unlike other providers, these are not mass open-enrollment classes. At NYIM Training, you’ll learn in small groups (typically 8-15 students) and receive personalized attention.
Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our NYC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.
Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.
We want you to succeed in your career goals. In addition to 114 hours of hands-on, interactive training, you’ll also receive four 1-on-1 mentoring sessions where you can:
Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!
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We offer a single free retake of any module or the whole program within a year.
You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.
In addition to 114 hours of interactive training, you will receive four 1-on-1 mentoring sessions that can be used for career and job support, including polishing your resume, preparing for interviews, and reviewing best practices for applying to jobs. Note, however, that we don’t provide job placement (i.e. reaching out to companies on your behalf).
Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.
Yes, this course is eligible for our installment plan or a 12-month financing plan through Climb Credit (no interest or financing fees).
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You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).
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There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.
This program is a discounted package of classes that is 15–25% off the individual class prices, so additional discounts do not apply.
