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    Learn computational investing techniques for algorithmic trading. Understand how to develop and backtest trading strategies using programming languages.

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      Interactive Brokers

      Practical Guide to Trading

      Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Equities, Risk Analysis, Financial Trading, International Finance, Investments, Securities Trading, Financial Market, Risk Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, Analysis, Capital Markets, Tax, Balance Sheet, Financial Regulations, Market Data, Technical Analysis, Market Dynamics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      799 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Land, Agriculture, and Alternative Investing

      Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Estate Planning, Portfolio Management, Real Estate, Investments, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Commercial Real Estate, Regulatory Compliance, Asset Management, Tax Planning, Finance, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Business Strategies, Strategic Planning, Business, Data Management, Financial Statements, Failure Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Scripting, Javascript, Data Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Software Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 1

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Data Access, Programming Principles, Computational Logic

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Coding Interview Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Visualization, Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Computational Logic, Program Development, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      739 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Securing Investment Returns in the Long Run

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Performance Measurement, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Performance Analysis, FinTech, Finance, Financial Market, Risk Management, Equities, Sustainable Business, Behavioral Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Network Routing, Probability, Pseudocode, Computational Logic, Operations Research

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Python Mastery: Core Concepts, Data Structures & OOP

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Dictionary, File Systems, Data Structures, Debugging, Computational Logic, Command-Line Interface, Software Design Patterns, Data Cleansing, Functional Design, Scripting, Operating Systems, Package and Software Management, Development Environment, Computational Thinking, Data Manipulation, User Interface (UI)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Network Routing, Program Development, Network Model, Bioinformatics, Operations Research, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Programming Principles, File Systems, Computer Programming, Epidemiology, Social Network Analysis, Software Testing, Debugging

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Automation, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, File Management, Debugging

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Alternative Investments: Investing in Land & Real Estate

      Skills you'll gain: Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Investments, Property and Real Estate, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Accounting, Market Liquidity, Balance Sheet, Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Analysis, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computational investing courses

    • Practical Guide to Trading: Interactive Brokers
    • Land, Agriculture, and Alternative Investing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse: University of Glasgow
    • Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 1: Pearson
    • Coding Interview Preparation: Meta
    • Securing Investment Returns in the Long Run: University of Geneva
    • Algorithms: Stanford University
    • Python Mastery: Core Concepts, Data Structures & OOP: EDUCBA
    • Data Structures and Algorithms: University of California San Diego
    • Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers: University of Colorado System

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