Introduction to Python for Finance includes

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Introduction to Python for Finance

| skills-certificate

skills certificate

Introduction to Python

| Skills Certificate
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7

Hours

44

Practical exercises

1

Exam

Take part in our online Introduction to Python course to start developing programming skills for financial calculations and data analysis. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the programming concepts, as well as practical experience in some of the core data analysis libraries used in Python, with a particular focus on PyCharm.

Getting Started with Python

9 video minutes

0 excel exercises

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Video minutes 9

Excel Exercises 0

  • What is Python and why should we use Python
  • Efficiency of Python
  • How is Python used in the finance industry
  • Different Python options available
  • Installing Python
  • Selecting a Python tool and Integrated Development Environments (IDEs

Python Basics

30 video minutes

6 excel exercises

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Video minutes 30

Excel Exercises 6

  • Building operations
  • Naming variables
  • Common data types
  • String concatenation and replication
  • Creating lists
  • Creating sets
  • Basic functions

Building Functions

17 video minutes

4 excel exercises

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Video minutes 17

Excel Exercises 4

  • IF statement
  • While loops
  • For loops
  • Building functions

Introduction to Libraries

4 video minutes

0 excel exercises

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Video minutes 4

Excel Exercises 0

  • Types of libraries
  • About NumPy
  • About Pandas
  • About Matplotlib

NumPy

19 video minutes

6 excel exercises

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Video minutes 19

Excel Exercises 6

  • Installing NumPy
  • NumPy arrays
  • Examples of vectors and matrices
  • Creating a NumPy array from a list
  • Creating NumPy array using built-in Functions
  • Creating an array of random numbers using NumPy
  • NumPy finance functions

Pandas

28 video minutes

9 excel exercises

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Video minutes 28

Excel Exercises 9

  • What is Pandas and why use it
  • Capabilities of Pandas
  • Object creation
  • Creating DataFrames in Pandas
  • Pandas DataFrame syntax
  • Indexing data from DataFrame
  • Importing data into Python
  • Importing DataFrame operations

Matplotlib

25 video minutes

10 excel exercises

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Video minutes 25

Excel Exercises 10

  • Learn about Matplotlib
  • Link between Matplotlib and Pyplot
  • Intro to Pyplot
  • Plotting with keyword strings
  • Creating plots
  • Plotting different data types
  • Limits, legends and layouts

Dates and Times

17 video minutes

9 excel exercises

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Video minutes 17

Excel Exercises 9

  • Calendar
  • Dates
  • Formatting
  • Time Deltas
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This course is officially CPD certified

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) keeps a record of your increasing skills, knowledge and experience throughout your career, which now includes select Financial Edge certifications.

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Practical exercises to work alongside videos and quick quizzes to test your understanding
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Frequently Asked Questions

What tech do I need?

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Access your course across desktop, laptop, tablet or phone; either via our web portal or the dedicated mobile app. While we have optimized our video quality and size, we recommend a broadband connection to enable uninterrupted video playback. A PDF reader and spreadsheet application are required to open the supporting resources.

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Our online courses reflect the training new analysts receive at the leading financial organizations. They're challenging, but if you want to demonstrate you are as good as the best in the industry then this is the course for you. The top investment banks will recognize our micro-degree certifications, making them perfect for graduates looking to land a job or a professional preparing for a new role.

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Will this course help me get a job?

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Absolutely. Develop practical skills you can use to impress at interviews, whether you’re looking to break into finance or change roles.

How long do I have to complete the courses?

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Everyone works at their own pace so there's no restrictions, all you need is an active Felix plan for the course you are completing. All Felix plans renew annually.

Are there any hidden costs?

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No. Everything you need is included, from instructor-led videos and Excel exercises to the exams.

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What support will I get along the way?

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Our expert instructors are standing by to answer questions and help you develop a detailed understanding of finance complexities. Our technical support team are also ready to help with any system problems.