Module Catalogues

Quantitative Finance with Programming

Module Title Quantitative Finance with Programming
Module Level Level 2
Module Credits 5.00
Academic Year 2025/26
Semester SEM2

Aims and Fit of Module

The module aims to provide a solid foundation of quantitative finance through the development of programming skills, involving numerical implementations,security investments and risk measurement with the relevant applications. It establishes a comprehensive and practical framework to integrate the theories of quantitative methods with financial applications in the context of security investments. The analytical skills are further developed/implemented, associated with computer programming.

Learning outcomes

A Demonstrate advanced numeracy and quantitative knowledge&skills B Conduct theoretical and practical analysis on financial data with computer programming C Perform theoretical and quantitative analysis involving securities/options D Implement technical/risk analysis of financial instruments and investment portfolios E Develop a backtesting framework by investment strategies using computer programming

Method of teaching and learning

Students are expected to attend two hours of formal lectures and two hours of supervised computer labs on a weekly basis.