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C++ Programming for Financial Engineering

C++ Programming for Financial Engineering

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For people interested in pursuing graduate studies in financial engineering and learning essential C++ topics with applications to finance. The course is 16 weeks long and no prior programming experience is required.

Thousands of students who successfully completed the certificate have been accepted into highly selective quantitative finance programs and prestigious financial institutions. With an emphasis on financial applications for quantitative finance, the course is useful to professionals interested in learning the main programming language used in the quantitative financial industry.

C++/Advanced C++ Quantnet/Baruch MFE/Daniel Duffy certificates

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Kimi Ma
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Use Monte Carlo algo to compete in modeling competition
This is one of the best courses I’ve ever taken. Although I’m already a college student, truth be told, this is the first computer course I’ve taken seriously. In the past, computer classes during my primary and secondary school years were mostly used for playing games or writing assignments, which is something I somewhat regret. However, fortunately, this course wasn’t as difficult as I imagined. On the one hand, I’m a mathematics major, so I’m completely competent in mathematical foundations and logical thinking. On the other hand, and more importantly, the clear presentation of the course, assignments, and the assistance from the teaching assistant, including my questions on the course forum and those of other classmates, all contributed to my successful completion of it. It can be said that over these few months, I’ve made the transition from just getting started with coding to becoming proficient in C++ and implementing its applications.
There’s also a somewhat interesting story. During the May Day holiday, I participated in a mathematical modeling competition in our country. As the programmer in our group, I smoothly completed the code writing even without any obstacles, and at that time, I had just learned about the Monte Carlo algorithm, which happened to be the key to the competition question!
In conclusion, this course has brought me great rewards, and once again, I want to express my gratitude to the teachers and classmates who helped me complete the course!
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SpikeSpaceBebop
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Received a very solid foundation of C++ knowledge
I initially took this course with the goal of systematically learning C++, and this course has provided me with a very solid foundation of C++ knowledge. Although I have been using Python for a long time, this course has still benefited me greatly, as I have developed skills in both C++ and Python programming. First, it has taught me about pointers and memory management, filling in the gaps in my previous knowledge. Additionally, my programming has become more standardized, especially in terms of how to structure classes.
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lam.nguyen
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Course structure gives deep understanding of concepts
This course saves me a ton of time studying C++. All the concepts are well-explained, and some myths of the previous level will be clear in the next level. The course's HW is awesome and I believe it follows the spaced repetition method. Doing HW not only makes you understand new concepts but also helps you remember concepts from the previous levels. TAs are so constructive in giving you feedback.
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arjundoshi
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Thank you for a wonderful experience
I initially looked for a course that would cover C++ and naturally gravitated towards the freely available online courses, but found that they did not cover the depth required to build financial systems at scale. Coming across Quantnet's programs allowed me to fully realize my desire to pursue financial mathematics and related fields through the coursework. I was able to apply myself fully to learn first-hand, design principles and efficient ways to code complex financial applications in level 9. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone moving into a similar field. The TAs and forum has been great! Thanks for a wonderful experience.
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Chenyu Wang
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Strongly Recommended!
Very great and helpful course!

This is an ideal opportunity for those who aspire to delve deeper into the intricacies of C++ and eagerly pursue a career in quantitative finance. Professor Daniel's lectures are not only instructive but also substantive, providing a solid foundation for systematic understanding of the C++ system. Sir @APallay and the other teaching assistants are always at your service, ready to assist you in overcoming any challenges you may encounter during your learning journey.

The courses offered by Baruch College and QuantNet are consistently of the highest quality, ensuring a rewarding and enriching learning experience. Upon completion of my final exams at my school, I intend to promptly enroll in the 'Advanced C++' course to further enhance my skills and knowledge in this domain.
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inezyu_millet
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Best online course I've ever taken.
This programming course has been the best I’ve ever taken. The class forum is well-established, and the instructors’ responses are both timely and patient, which is a refreshing change amid the current scarcity of educational resources. The materials, exercises, and exams are meticulously designed, making learning systematic and practical. It's also a pleasure to meet and discuss with so many outstanding classmates and fellows here.

I’m determined to keep enhancing my C++ skills, and I’m hopeful that this experience will open doors for my future career, not only in C++ but beyond. Also, I’m eager for the opportunity to contribute to this course in the future.
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Shicheng Peng
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Required by many MFE programs
A friend recommend this course for me and I found the course is relevant to the financial engineering field, so I take it. In this course, the instructor talks about the functions and syntax of C++ very well, especially those diagrams which are helpful for me to understand the idea. I really recommend this course for those who want to learn C++ to fulfill the prerequisite course of MFE program.
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quantfoodie
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It's a no brainer for Financial Engineering students
This might be one of the best courses I have taken. Each level incrementally builds your knowledge base and before you know it, you've created an entire Options project in Level 9. I think the biggest asset of this course are the teaching assistants. I specially want to mention @APalley and @Paul Lopez, who helped me through the course and patiently answered all of my questions. You guys make the course worth it on your own. The homeworks are a perfect combination of familiarity and digging around to find information. Finally, thank you Dr @Daniel Duffy for creating this very well structured course that I will certainly be coming back to in the future.

For prospective students: If you're interested in financial engineering, taking this course is a no brainer. If you're not interested in the field, it's still a great option for you because levels 1-8 cover general C/C++ concepts. Only level 9 is the financial engineering specific level. It will be a significant time commitment regardless of your coding background, but that's what makes the course worth it.
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gkalkat
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One of the best value-for-money courses I have ever taken
Overall, this course has been one of the best value-for-money courses I have ever taken. It easily beats a majority of standard 3-credit courses that universities provide in programming. You get the balance of being introduced to concepts through lecture videos and reading material, support through a forum that covers any question that you might have, and a TA who responds very quickly and is always willing to help. Overall, after taking this I feel more confident in my C++ ability than any other programming language and my understanding of the language and programming has gone up dramatically.
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sydney_rd
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Learn C++ the proper way
The C++ course was a great experience for me. I learned a lot of valuable techniques and tools that I can continue to use to improve my skills. Avi was very helpful and quick to answer questions and the forum was also helpful for any lingering issues I faced throughout the course.

I had an interest in C/C++ and how it's used. I was self-teaching for a while and decided to expedite my knowledge and practice full-time.
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