Question 1

Why should I sign up?

Accepted Answer

The demand for qualified talent is increasing at an incredible rate. More than 30% of US stock trades are conducted by data-driven traders (or $1 trillion USD in investments) - this is an increase from 14% in 2013. This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to use cutting-edge technology in trading and finance. The program will allow you to build financial models from real data and create your own trading strategies with natural language processing, random forests, and recurrent neural network. Access to top experts in the field will be available, along with personalized career and project support. This program is a great choice if you want to learn from leaders in the field and master the most important and sought-after skills.

Question 2

What are the jobs this program will prepare me for?

Accepted Answer

This program will equip graduates with the necessary quantitative skills to excel in many roles, including at investment banks, hedge funds, and FinTech startups. These roles are:Quantitative analystQuantitative researchInvestment analystData Intelligence analystRisk analystDesk strategogueFinancial engineerFinancial information scientist

Question 3

How can I tell if this program suits me?

Accepted Answer

This program is for you if you are a programmer, a data analyst, or have a strong quantitative background. It prepares you to apply for data science jobs in the financial industry.

Question 4

What are the requirements to apply? What admission criteria do you apply for?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

What are the requirements for enrollment?

Accepted Answer

Students with intermediate programming experience in Python and knowledge of statistics, linear algebra, and calculus are eligible to apply for the Artificial Intelligence for Trading Nanodegree program. In order to successfully complete this program, you should meet the following prerequisites:Python programming Basic data structuresBasic NumpyStatisticsMean, median, modeVariance, standard deviationRandom variables, independenceDistributions, normal distributionT-test, p-value, statistical significanceCalculus and linear algebra Integrals and derivativesLinear combination, independenceMatrix operationsEigenvectors, eigenvalues

Question 6

What should I do if I don't meet the enrollment requirements?

Accepted Answer

A number of courses are available for free that will help you prepare: Introduction to Data AnalysisIntro To StatisticsLinear Algebra

Question 7

How is the Nanodegree program organized?

Accepted Answer

The Artificial Intelligence for Trading Nanodegree program consists of curriculum and content to support eight (8) projects. The Udacity reviewer network will evaluate each project. We expect that students will complete the program within six (6) months. Students can work 10 hours per week. You will receive feedback and be asked to submit the project again until you pass.

Question 8

What is the length of this Nanodegree program?

Accepted Answer

The Nanodegree program is available for the duration of the payment card. You can continue your education with monthly payments if you don't graduate within the time frame. For more information on accessing our Nanodegree programs, please refer to the FAQs and Terms of Use.

Question 9

Can I change my start date? Can I get a full refund?

Accepted Answer

For policies regarding enrollment in our programs, please refer to the Udacity Program Terms and Use and FAQs.

Question 10

What software versions and software will I need for this program?

Accepted Answer

You will need Python 3.7 to complete the Nanodegree program.

Artificial Intelligence for Trading

Course Features

Course Description

Module 1: Basic Quantitative Trading

Module 2: Advanced Quantitative Trading

Module 3: Stocks, Indices, and ETFs

Module 4: Factor Investing and Alpha Research

Course FAQs