Introduction to Python

Certificate Course - Financial Engineering - FE.1.4.I26

Date Nov 24-25, 2026
Duration 2 days
Location On campus - Karlsruhe
Language English
ECTS Upon request
Cost 1,550 €
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Course prerequisites - No prerequisites required.

Discover what this course is all about

Fundamentals

Learn Python basics, including syntax, variables, functions, and objects, building a strong foundation in programming concepts.

Technology

Develop practical coding skills in Python, creating routines and working with data from sources such as Excel files and webpages.

Applications

Apply Python to real tasks in data handling and analysis, using its flexibility for problems in statistics and computer science.

What you´ll explore

  • Explore the fundamentals of Python programming, including syntax, variables, functions, and objects.
  • Understand how to structure code and build reusable routines for efficient problem solving.
  • Learn how to read and process data from external sources such as Excel files and webpages.
  • Discover how Python is used in statistics and computer science for data analysis and automation.

 

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Your key takeaways

  • Understanding of core Python programming concepts and syntax

  • Ability to declare variables, functions, and objects in Python

  • Skills to write structured and reusable code

  • Knowledge of how to import and handle data from Excel and web sources

  • Practical experience in applying Python to data-related tasks

  • Foundation for further study in data analysis, statistics, and software development

 

 

Taught by Recognized Experts in Introduction to Python

Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.

Prof. Dr. Maxim Ulrich

Prof. Dr. Maxim Ulrich is Professor of Risk Management and Financial Economics at KIT and has built an international academic career, including serving as Tenure-Track Assistant Professor at Columbia Business School from 2008. His work focuses on quantitative finance, asset pricing, and financial machine learning, making him a recognized expert in the field. 
He brings extensive experience from academia and practice, including fintech ventures and collaborations with institutions such as the ECB and Eurex.
 

Who should attend

This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields

  • Finance and quantitative professionals
    Financial engineers, quantitative analysts, portfolio managers, and risk managers working with asset pricing, derivatives, and data-driven investment strategies.
  • Banking and investment industry professionals
    Professionals in asset management, investment banking, hedge funds, and central banks involved in portfolio construction, fixed-income markets, and risk assessment.
  • Data science and technology specialists in finance
    Data scientists, programmers, and fintech professionals applying machine learning, big data, and quantitative models to financial markets and investment decisions.
  • Researchers and early-career academics
    Master’s students, PhD candidates, and researchers in finance, economics, mathematics, or data science focusing on financial engineering and market analysis.

Advance your career with KIT-level expertise

Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth.

Flexibility

Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.

Relevance

Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.

Advancement

Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.

 

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About HECTOR School

HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.

For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.