Programming Courses

[Conqueror]

I am finance major with no background in computer programming. Should I take python & C++ courses from MOOC platform (Coursera & Edx) or from accredited university when applying to financial engineering program. Which University offers such courses?

 

[markbogorad]

I was also a finance undergrad and am going into MFE this Fall.

If you have no background, Harvard CS50 is a great intro on Edx. I really found the C++ course on here helpful as well.

 

[Conqueror]

Thanks you, what would you say about Baruch's certificate in C++. Is it a deal breaker for universities when you have certificate from MOOC rather than accredited university?

 

[Paul Lopez]

Thanks you, what would you say about Baruch's certificate in C++. Is it a deal breaker for universities when you have certificate from MOOC rather than accredited university?

Highly unlikely that specific thing will be a deciding factor in general. I'd do both if you can eventually. Baruch's course will help you a lot in future interviews and work in addition to school work.

 

[Andy Nguyen]

Thanks you, what would you say about Baruch's certificate in C++. Is it a deal breaker for universities when you have certificate from MOOC rather than accredited university?

The C++ courses here are far harder than anything you will ever learn in college or MOOC. It is a reason why many top MFE programs require conditionally admitted applicants to complete the QuantNet C++ course as part of admission requirement.