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Quantitative Applications in Finance focuses on the underpinning quantitative concepts and techniques required in today’s financial markets to interpret and forecast financial data. This firstly includes discussion of fundamental statistical concepts with specific reference to their financial application, and then explores hypothesis testing, linear regression and time-series analysis.
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AQF LEVEL
8
NEXT INTAKE
13 Jan 2025
SUBJECT DURATION
12 weeks
SUBJECT FEE
$2,600.00
This subject focuses on the underpinning quantitative concepts and techniques required in today’s financial markets to interpret and forecast financial data. This firstly includes discussion of fundamental statistical concepts with specific reference to their financial application, and then explores hypothesis testing, linear regression and time-series analysis. It utilises these quantitative tools to assess elements in finance such as risk and return, asset pricing and portfolio construction.
Using the key data analysis and modelling techniques covered, students interpret various types of financial information, including economic, business and investment performance data, in order to develop practical quantitative strategies that may be applied in industry. Students also read and critique articles in financial journals, including validating methodologies and conclusions.
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At the completion of this subject, individuals should be able to:
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There is no prescribed text for this subject. Individuals are provided with key readings and access to Kaplan Professional’s online databases. Individuals are encouraged to research and read widely on the topic.
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The duration of this subject is one study period (12 weeks).
There are no prerequisites for this subject. However, individuals should review the ‘Assumed Knowledge’ tab to understand the prior knowledge Kaplan advises they should hold before enrolling in this subject.
Whilst there are no prerequisites for this subject, Kaplan assumes that individuals have completed FIN101 Financial Markets and Economic Principles, FIN102 Regulation Ethics and Risk Management, and FIN103 Financial Analysis and Valuation, or understand the content covered in those subjects, prior to undertaking FIN201 Quantitative Applications in Finance.
Individuals may not be required to complete this subject if they have transitioned from a SIA/Finsia/Kaplan course and have completed the following subjects:
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