Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Quantitative Modeling and Trading in Chicago United States | Illinois Institute of Technology
Illinois Institute of Technology
|
Chicago United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,020
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Master of Science in Finance program at Stuart School of Business, recognized among the top in the U.S. by TFE Times, provides specialized graduate certificates tailored for finance experts seeking to advance their careers through focused skill development and stackable credentials within a degree framework.
The Quantitative Modeling and Trading Certificate emphasizes derivative pricing models, interest rate analysis, and trading strategies utilizing these methods. While the modeling principles apply across markets, the trading component concentrates on dynamic energy markets. Key areas of study include:
Financial engineering applications combining theory, mathematics, and coding
Practical implementation of widely-used term structure models
ESG investing and energy market dynamics
Analytical models for energy pricing and risk assessment using data
Certificate participants share classes with degree candidates, gaining access to the same practitioner faculty, experiential learning, and cutting-edge curriculum aligned with modern finance trends.
Designed for working professionals, classes meet evenings at Illinois Tech's downtown Chicago Conviser Law Center.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Work experience is preferred
Depending on previous academic coursework, the applicant may need to take additional prerequisite courses that may not count toward the certificate
TOEFL iBT/Home: 80 or above (20 minimum in all bands)
IELTS Academic: 6.5 or above (6.0 minimum in all bands)
Work experience is preferred
Depending on previous academic coursework, the applicant may need to take additional prerequisite courses that may not count toward the certificate
TOEFL iBT/Home: 80 or above (20 minimum in all bands)
IELTS Academic: 6.5 or above (6.0 minimum in all bands)
Tuition
USD
16,020