Foundations of Machine Learning and Deep Learning for Finance (140803133) - Online

Description

CPA Members only

CPA Australia has partnered with the Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) to curate a collection of professional development courses exclusively for CPA members. CFI courses have an emphasis on hands-on, practical learning and skills acquisition. They teach in-demand industry practices, tools and techniques that help accounting and finance professionals build confidence, stand out from the competition, and make a positive impact on their careers.

Machine Learning and Deep Learning are revolutionizing the finance industry by enabling powerful data-driven decision-making. This course provides finance professionals with a solid understanding of these technologies and their applications in areas like risk assessment, market prediction, and fraud detection.

You'll explore key Machine Learning concepts such as supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning, as well as delve into advanced topics like neural networks and generative AI. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to harness the power of AI to streamline processes, uncover insights, and create value for your organization. This knowledge is crucial for staying ahead in an industry increasingly shaped by AI and automation.

Prerequisite Skills

Recommended skills to have before taking this course.

• Basic understanding of core AI concepts and their role in finance

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Your satisfactory completion of the training module may be recorded against your CPD hours.

CFI programs will be supplied to CPA Australia members as standalone courses for 12 months from the date of purchase and as such, any associated CFI certifications are not able to be supplied. Refunds or extensions for purchases of CFI courses will only be available in exceptional circumstances and will be based on CPA Australia and CFI's cancellation terms.

Learning objectives

• Understand core concepts of Machine Learning and Deep Learning
• Learn to leverage machine learning techniques to tackle practical financial challenges, such as predicting market trends and evaluating credit risk.
• Explore the powerful applications of neural networks for tasks such as fraud detection and automated trading strategies.
• Gain knowledge in using generative AI tools for scenario analysis and synthetic data generation, enhancing your capabilities in modern financial analysis.

Audience

This course is ideal for finance professionals, analysts, and data enthusiasts looking to enhance their skills with AI-driven techniques. It's designed for those who aspire to leverage Machine Learning and Deep Learning in finance to advance their careers in areas like financial analysis, risk management, investment banking, and fintech innovation.