P
Loading
FREE COURSE
Quantitative Trading Foundations
Master the mathematical and programming foundations for systematic trading. Python, backtesting, and signal generation.
6 Hours
Advanced
3 Modules
What You'll Learn
Write Python code for financial data analysis
Build and backtest systematic trading strategies
Calculate key performance metrics: Sharpe Ratio, Maximum Drawdown, Win Rate
Create signal generators using technical indicators
Avoid common backtesting pitfalls like look-ahead bias and overfitting
Understand the Black-Scholes model and options pricing basics
About This Course
Quantitative trading uses mathematical models, statistical analysis, and programming to identify trading opportunities. This course bridges the gap between discretionary and systematic trading.
You'll learn Python fundamentals for financial data, how to build and backtest trading strategies, and how to create your first signal generators. We cover Pandas for data manipulation, NumPy for calculations, and industry-standard backtesting frameworks.
Whether you want to fully automate your trading or simply add quantitative rigor to your analysis, this course provides the essential foundation.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of technical analysis
- Familiarity with any programming language (helpful but not required)
- Access to a computer with Python installed (we provide setup guides)
Who This Is For
- Discretionary traders wanting to add quantitative rigor
- Developers interested in financial markets
- Traders who want to automate their strategies
- Anyone preparing for quantitative finance careers
Instructor
PFC Quant Team
Built by quantitative developers with experience at hedge funds and prop trading firms.
Curriculum
01Module 1: Python for Finance
3 Lessons
02Module 2: Backtesting Fundamentals
3 Lessons
03Module 3: Signal Generation
3 Lessons
Continue Your Learning
Beginner
Trading Foundations
Turn from a complete beginner into someone who truly understands markets. No hype, no shortcuts—just the fundamentals every trader needs.
3 Hours
Beginner
Technical Analysis
Learn to read price charts with logic, not memorized patterns. Understand WHY price moves, not just WHAT to look for.
4 Hours
All Levels
Risk Management
The most critical skill in trading. Master position sizing, drawdown control, and survival mathematics. This is what separates funded traders from failed ones.
3 Hours