QTA Program

With the development of computer technology, the application of quantitative methods in trading and investment practice is becoming common and in-depth. QTA program is a professional qualification to those who engage in quantitative trading, which consists of Statistics, Quantitative Investment Theory, Python, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Strategy and etc.

QTA is divided into two levels, AQTA and QTA. QTA certification program puts forward the professional knowledge and practical skills for today's quantitative trading practitioners.

Certification Requirements

Nowadays, with continuously reforming and innovation in the Greater financial industry, the quantitative investment industry is also developing rapidly. With the development and application of Artificial Intelligence, BlockChain, Cloud, Big Data and other emerging technologies, quantitative investment is reshaping the financial industry ecology. Thus，building a training and certification device for quantitative financial professionals has become increasingly urgent. To match the needs of quantitative financial analysis, the QTA certification program suggests a "5E" model for quantitative financial professionals, which are Ethics, Education, Examination, Experience and Enhancement.

Ethics. Due to the high-risk nature of the financial industry, the professional ethics of the employees has a direct bearing on the healthy development of the industry as well as the sustainability of the Greater financial market.

Education. Theoretical learning and practical training are the cornerstones of capacity cultivation for the quantitative financial professionals. The content of education should include quantitative investment theories, Python for data analysis, quantitative strategies back testing and quantitative trading platforms.

Examination. Candidates who meet the standards should pass a strict examination, which is an important approach to test their level of professionalism in quantitative financial analysis.

Experience. Putting theory into practice is vital in the capability model. It is an important part of the certification to have quantitative financial analysis or relevant working experiences according to different educational backgrounds.

Enhancement. Quantitative financial professionals should be equipped with the concept of lifelong learning and constantly improve their professional and practical abilities to ensure that they keep pace with the latest theories and best practices around the world.

Certification Process

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    Registration

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    Education

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    Examination

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    Application

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    Certification

Starting the Registration. Register as a QTA candidate to attain test information and preparation materials.

Attending the Education.Complete the course credits required by each level, and obtain the serial number of corresponding education issued by the registered education provider.

Taking the Exam. Use the serial number, sign up for the test, and meet the minimum test scores required by the corresponding exam.

Submitting the application. Submit the corresponding information required for certification or re-certification, and wait for the approval from GIFP.

Completing the Certification. Once receiving the approval from GIFP, the applicant will be awarded the certificate applied and has the right to use the corresponding designation.