Short Learning Programme in Quantitative Finance
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Faculty Website: College of Business and Economics
Department: Department of Finance and Investment Management
Programme Level: Continuous Education Programmes
Programme Name: SLP in Quantitative Finance
Programme Code: S3QF2Q
Medium of Facilitation: part-time, Online
NQF Level: 7
NQF Credits: 0
SAQA:
Senate Approval: S65/2023(1)
Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
Application End Date: 31 December 2025
Campus: Online
Contacts: Ms Marie M Ayaba 011 559 3364
Email: mariea@uj.ac.za
Duration of Study:
- 3 Hours x 2 days per week x 10 weeks per semester.
- Months to complete: February to November.
- Minimum period to obtain: 1 Year.
- Maximum period to obtain: 2 Years.
Purpose
The purpose of this program is to equip students with a foundational understanding of quantitative finance, preparing them for entry into the BCom Hons in Quantitative Finance (H3Q15Q) offered by the Department of Finance and Investment Management (DFIM). This program covers key concepts in financial mathematics, statistical analysis, and the application of quantitative models used in the financial industry, including the pricing of various financial products such as derivatives, options, and bonds.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities for Quantitative Finance graduates include, but are not limited to, analyst positions (i.e., quantitative analyst, financial analyst, and risk analyst), data science, risk management, investment banking, and trading.
Admission Requirements
Any Bachelor’s Degree, related BTech degree or any equivalent NQF level 7 qualification. Applicant may be subject to an internal selection process.
Selection Process
Based on eligibility. Final admission requirements will from time to time be set by the department.
More Information
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