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.

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anchitag
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Wonderful experience. Eager to learn more!
I had a wonderful experience throughout the course. It introduced me to a lot of core and fundamental C/C++ concepts. The assignments were involved and I really improved on few topics where I felt my knowledge was wanting. The forum is a great place for discussion about the pros and cons of various approaches to writing good code.
My reason to take the course was to get the certificate, but after having completed it with distinction, I am looking forward to enhance my C++ learning even more.
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Kellyyy
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Very helpful in quant interviews preparations
This course was definitely worth it. It provided a solid foundation in C++ and the principles of object-oriented programming. The concepts I learned here can easily be applied to other OOP languages, such as Python.

I'm extremely grateful to the TAs and the forum for their invaluable support. The course content has also proven to be helpful in quant interviews preparations—topics like smart pointers etc. Completing this course not only enhanced my programming skills but also made me more confident in applying them.
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Enhanced programming skills for MFE programs
Since I plan to apply for MFE programs in this fall, I want to enhance my programming skills. One of my friends recommended this course to me. The course is definitely great and I learned a lot. My favorite part is level9, where i have to design a challenging option pricing mechanism.
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Well-structured curriculum, abundant teaching resources, dedicated teaching assistants
I first learned about this course through a recommendation from a classmate, who believed it would be very beneficial for those studying quantitative methods. After enrolling in the course, I found it had a well-structured curriculum, abundant teaching resources, dedicated teaching assistants, and a very active and friendly forum atmosphere. I completed the course and found that it indeed provided me with significant help.
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Teaching how to design code concisely and elegantly.
Great course even for someone who already has coding experience! I have mainly been coding in Python in the past, with some exposure to C++ and Fortran. So the material isn't entirely new to me. I still learned a lot from this course. The feedback from APalley is very useful in teaching me how to design code concisely and elegantly. And the forum is very helpful. You can find all the solutions/hints to homework from the forum, and many other C++ knowledge. The lecture notes are good too. I would definitely review the notes from time to time.
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Swara
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Incredibly valuable course. Forum discussion is great!
I found the course to be incredibly valuable in preparing me for my Master's in Financial Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology. The content provided a strong foundation in Syntax, Inheritance and Polymorphism, which has proven to be invaluable as I delve deeper into the intricacies of financial modeling and analysis. I was particularly impressed by the course's emphasis on practical application. The assignments were challenging yet rewarding, allowing me to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. This hands-on experience has significantly boosted my confidence in tackling complex financial problems.

The forum was an invaluable resource. The discussions among classmates and the insights shared by the instructor created a stimulating learning environment. Overall, I am grateful for the opportunity to have taken this course. It has not only strengthened my academic foundation but also equipped me with the necessary tools to excel in my Master's program.
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muhuahe
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Highly recommend this course to everyone!
I had heard about this high-quality course for a long time. To enhance and solidify my C++ programming skills and further learn about its application in quantitative finance, I chose this course and gained a lot from it. I carefully watched each lecture video, took notes based on the slides, and supplemented my knowledge base. I believe this course provides a very detailed introduction to the application of C++ in quantitative finance, making it an excellent course for both beginners and advanced learners. The assignments were also interesting, allowing me to reinforce what I had learned in a timely manner. I am especially grateful to the teaching assistant, Avi, who provided precise feedback on each of my assignments, helping me recognize my mistakes and improve my coding style. I highly recommend this course to everyone!
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For admission requirements for CMU MSCF
I had an overall good experience with the course! Coming from a java background it wasn't too difficult for me. I did want to share that as the course continues to be taken by students, it can get a little difficult to sift through the pages and pages of questions. It may be a good idea to go back and look at which questions came up most often and include that in the homework instructions. I understand the course instructors/TAs might not have the bandwidth to do so but it would save them a lot of time if they have to answer the same question over and over again. I took the course because it was part of my admission requirements for CMU MSCF. Overall, very informative and I learned a lot!
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LisaC
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Breaking into the quant finance industry
As someone who want to break into the quant finance industry but had no experience in C++, I took this course to gain programming knowledge and hopefully improve my competitiveness in master’s program and future job applications. The TAs are very responsive and previous threads on the forum are also very helpful. This is not an easy course and I committed a lot of time to finish it with distinction. Feel proud of what I’ve achieved!
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Essential for a career in finance
I found the course through recommendation by one of my senior classmates. He got a satisfying offer and this certificate helped a lot. Also as I know C++ is playing a more and more important role in Financial Engineering so I think it is essential to enrich my background in C++
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