Financial Engineering and Risk Management
Self-paced
Yes
Calculus + probability
Columbia specialization on quantitative finance — derivatives pricing, risk management, fixed income, portfolio optimization. Heavy math.
What you will learn:
- Derivatives pricing (options, futures, swaps)
- Risk management frameworks
- Fixed income and term structure
- Portfolio optimization
Who it is for: Quants entering finance, MFE prep, advanced finance professionals.
Honest take: Math-heavy. Strong calculus, linear algebra, and probability background required.