Learn Python for financial analysis, machine learning, and algorithmic trading from experienced finance & engineering professionals in this 60-hour immersive.
114 Hours
NYC or Live Online
Scheduling Note: The Python Data Visualization & Interactive Dashboards module will be added to this program in January 2023. Students who enroll in a Fall/Winter 2022 track will be eligible to attend this module (email Practical Programming to schedule).
In this certificate, students will learn how to use Python to pull, clean, analyze, visualize, and eventually predict off financial data. This program prepares students for entry-level positions in data science and financial technology as well as upskills any financial analyst.
Learn Python with an emphasis on data extraction, analysis, and visualization. Master the intricacies of the Python language, including a deep understanding of Python libraries of NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib.
Learn how to apply advanced statistical concepts such as regression to build a predictive returns model on real-world financial data. Understand pivotal financial ratios and apply machine learning techniques to build valuation models.
Use Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly, and Dash Enterprise to create data visualizations and interactive dashboards. Deploy your completed projects online with Heroku server and GitHub to showcase to potential employers.
Learn how to search through data using SQL. Master techniques to convert between data types, build tables, combine data, and create stored processes.
From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and custom-crafted curriculum, we deliver results our alumni are proud of.
If you prefer to pay your tuition over time, we have payment options to meet your needs. Finance your education through an installment plan or a 0% interest tuition financing plan. We also assist with documentation should your employer offer tuition reimbursement.
See the Installment plan FAQ for more information.
Student financing plan provided through Leif. See the Leif FAQ for more information.
If you’re a company enrolling your employees, choose Corporate Invoice at checkout.
If you’re an employee seeking to have your tuition reimbursed by your company, email us for an invoice to submit to your employer for approval.
There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.
However, if you plan to take the course live online, you may need to obtain required software. We’ll help you get set up with a free trial of paid software prior to the class. Most of our coding classes utilize freely-available open-source software. For most of our design and motion graphics courses, we will help you get set up with a free trial of Adobe Creative Cloud. If you attend the course in-person, we will have a computer already set up for you with all of the required software for no additional cost.
Discounts are applied at checkout (no promo code required) and will be verified after you place your order. Discounts are subject to change. Read our discount policies for more details.
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I didn't expect to learn much in a 4 session Python course, but Art's teaching style was very fitting for me. As the Chinese proverb states: Tell me, I'll forget. Show me, I'll remember. Involve me, I'll understand.
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Attend this certificate program in-person in NYC or Live Online via Zoom. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects. Switch between live-online and in-person as needed, even after the course has started.
Unlike other providers, these are not mass open-enrollment classes. At Practical Programming, you’ll learn in small groups (typically 8-15 students) and receive personalized attention.
Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our NYC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.
Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.
We want you to succeed in your career goals. In addition to 114 hours of hands-on, interactive training, you’ll also receive four 1-on-1 mentoring sessions where you can:
Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!
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We offer a single free retake of the any module or the whole program within a year.
You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.
In addition to 114 hours of interactive training, you will receive four 1-on-1 mentoring sessions that can be used for career and job support, including polishing your resume, preparing for interviews, and reviewing best practices for applying to jobs. Note, however, that we don’t provide job placement (i.e. reaching out to companies on your behalf).
Students without any background in corporate finance or financial accounting should review our free online prep materials before the course (request the free materials after registration).
Typical class size ranges from 8–12 students, but we accept up to 20 students.
Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.
Yes, this course is eligible for our installment plan or a 12-month financing plan through Leif (no interest or financing fees).
Learn more in the Financing section above.
You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).
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