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Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Analytics and Algo Trading
金融分析與程式交易深造文憑
- Course Code
- FN175A
- Application Code
- 2465-FN175A
- QF Level
- Credit
- 60
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Start Date
- 16 Jan 2027 (Sat)
- Duration
- 12 months
- Language
- English
- Course Fee
- Course Fee
HK$180,000
- Enquiries
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12 months full-time study in Hong Kong to obtain your “Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Analytics and Algo Trading” awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.
Applicants with other English-language qualifications may also be eligible for admission. Please contact the programme team for advice. For English Bridging Courses, please click here for more details.
Programme Overview
Highlights
Programme Details
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the programme, students should be able to
1. apply quantitative methods to analyse financial data and build financial models;
2. explain the applications of artificial intelligence in financial data processing, text and financial analytics and algo trading;
3. discuss and evaluate a wide range of ESG factors and financial risks, and integrate them in the investment strategies;
4. critically interpret financial performance, optimise investment portfolios and formulate quantitative investment strategies; and
5. use computational tools to perform financial analytics, implement algo trading as well as solve finance and investment problems.
6. critically evaluate and apply interdisciplinary knowledge, concepts and professional skills across diverse intercultural, organisational and technological contexts, and to exercise informed judgment in addressing complex real-world issues;
7. critically evaluate, integrate and apply subject knowledge and appropriate methodologies in the planning and execution of a significant project, and to communicate evidence-based findings, conclusions and recommendations in an academic/professional manner.
Programme Structure:
Module 1: AI and Financial Computing
Module 2: Financial Analysis and ESG Investing
Module 3: Financial Risk Analysis and Portfolio Optimisation
Module 4: Machine Learning for Financial Analytics
Module 5: Web Scraping and Text Analytics in Quantitative Finance
Module 6: Algo Trading and Quantitative Investment Strategies
*Module 7: Executive Leadership Development
*Module 8: Intercultural Communication – Trilingualism and Hong Kong Culture
*Module 9: Intelligent Technologies for ESG Integration and Sustainable Development
*Module 10: Capstone Project
*Subject to Approval
Award
Upon successful completion of the programme, students who have passed the assessments with attendance of no less than 70% will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE a ''Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Analytics and Algo Trading'',
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Modules & Class Details
Class Details
Articulation Pathways
Career Path
Teachers
Teacher Information
Mr Hong Lin
Mr Lin has extensive experience in Fintech development and digital transformation across Citigroup's retail and institutional businesses. Over the past three years, Mr Lin has acted as an innovator by promoting big data analysis and managing a series of automation projects, covering the whole process from streamlining to solution delivery with Automation Anywhere, Python, and VBA. His primary task has recently been to digitalize the bank's prime brokerage business risk management using data and automation technologies.
Mr Lin started his career as a business intelligence engineer, focusing on Fintech solution development and identifying sales opportunities through data analysis. In 2017, he developed AI Financial Advisory solutions by backward-engineering trading strategies and analyzing financial news using Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques at Ping An Securities. In 2018, Mr. Lin led a market research project to optimize product lines by analyzing more than 100,000 customer reviews on the Internet using web scraping and NLP.
Mr Lin graduated from the University of California, Davis with a Bachelor of Science degree in Managerial Economics Development under Trade and Development of Agricultural Commodities, and from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology with a Master of Science degree in Business Analytics.
Mr. Ken Liu
Mr. Liu, co-founder and CTO, is a startup focused on AI, Machine Learning and Big Data analytics. He has been a hands-on expert in his specialized area for over 10 years. Previously, Ken worked at Citi, HSBC, Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank and Credit Suisse as an Algo-Trading developer. Mr. Liu earned a master's degree in Computer Science from USC and a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Warwick.
Dr. Simon Yiu
Dr.Yiu has over 20 years of IT experience in quantitative algorithmic trading design (data-feed, strategy, back-test, portfolio monitoring and execution), infrastructure management (low latency trading and network, OS and application), implementation, project management to formulate and develop business strategic and operation management.
Mr. Benjamin Lee
Mr. Benjamin Lee is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Holder and currently serves as the Head of Investment Department at an international financial institution. He has over 15 years of experience in asset management and served as Fund Director at a private equity fund, managing assets for international high-net-worth clients and professional investors. Mr. Lee is an EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA). He specializes in integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainable development concepts into investment decision-making.
Dr Francis Lau
Dr. Lau is a seasoned financial data analytics practitioner and a professional trainer in finance-related disciplines. He has over 22 years of experience in business planning, data analytics, management information, regulatory compliance, and risk management, gained from working with multinational analytics vendors, banks, consulting firms, and universities. Dr Lau is a subject-matter expert in applying data analytics to enhance business decision-making, constructing quantitative models to gauge business performance, and streamlining management reporting processes. In addition to industry experience, Dr Lau also has extensive experience in developing and delivering academic and professional education programs for financial institutions, professional associations, and universities. Dr Lau is a well-recognized trainer in compliance, data science,
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
HK$600 (Non-refundable)
Course Fee- Course Fee
HK$180,000
Entry Requirements
Applicants shall hold a bachelor’s degree in quantitative or computational areas (e.g., economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, science, computer science, IT or engineering) awarded by a recognized institution or equivalent.
If the degree or equivalent qualification is from an institution where the language of teaching and assessment is not English, applicants shall provide evidence of English proficiency, such as:
- an overall band of 6.0 or above with no subtests lower than 5.5 in the IELTS; or
- a score of 550 or above in the paper-based TOEFL, or a score of 213 or above in the computer-based TOEFL, or a score of 80 or above in the internet-based TOEFL; or
- HKALE Use of English at Grade E or above; or
- HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3 or above; or
- equivalent qualifications.
Applicants without the above qualifications but have substantial work experience will be considered on individual merit.
Applicants who do not have a background in quantitative or computational areas are required to take the Certificate for Module (Quantitative Methods in Finance) as the bridging course. They must complete and pass the module before the commencement of the programme.
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Enrolment MethodOnline Enrolment
HKU SPACE provides 24-hour online application and payment service for students to apply to selected award-bearing programmes and to enrol in most open admission courses (courses enrolled on a first come, first served basis) via the Internet. Applicants may settle the payment by using either "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard online. Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS) are also available for continuing enrolment in the same programme, if online service is offered.
For first time enrolment
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Pay the application or programme/course fees by either using:
"PPS by Internet" - You will need a PPS account and a PPS Internet password. For information on how to open a PPS account and how to set up a PPS Internet password, please visit http://www.ppshk.com.
*Credit Card Online Payment - Course fees can be paid by VISA or Mastercard including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”.
* HKU SPACE Mastercard cardholders who wish to enjoy 10-month interest free instalment scheme must pay their tuition fees in person at any of our HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
To know more about first-time online application/enrolment and payment, please refer to the user guide of Online Application / Enrolment and Payment:
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
Selected programmes offer online continuing enrolment service. Programme staff will inform students if they offer this service and offer further enrolment details.
Online Payment can be made via "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard, Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS)
In Person / Mail
For first time enrolment
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For first come, first served short courses, complete the Application for Enrolment Form SF26 and bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
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Award-bearing and professional courses may require other information. Forms are usually available at the enrolment centres or on request from programme staff. Bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
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The standard ‘Enrolment/Payment Slip’ is designed for students of award-bearing programmes or remaining programmes in a suite of programmes requiring continuing enrolment and it applies to most programmes.
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Students should complete the “Enrolment/Payment Slip” which will be made available by relevant programme staff and return the slip to any HKU SPACE enrolment centre or post it to the relevant programme staff with appropriate fee payment.
Please refer to available Payment Methods for fee payment information. If you are in doubt about the procedures, please check the individual course details, or contact our programme staff or enrolment centres.
Please note the followings for programme/course enrollment:
- To make an application online, you will need a computer with connection to the Internet and a web browser with JavaScript enabled. Google Chrome is recommended.
- Applicants should not leave the online application idle for more than 10 minutes. Otherwise, applicants must restart the application process.
- Only Early Bird Discount is supported for Online Applicants (Application). To enjoy other types of discount, please visit one of our enrolment centres.
- During the online application process, asynchronous application and payment submission may occur. Successful payment may not guarantee successful application. In case of unsuccessful submission, our programme staff will contact you shortly.
- Applicants are reminded that they should only apply for the same programme/course once through counter or online application.
- For online enrolment, a payment confirmation page would be displayed after payment has been made successfully. In addition, a confirmation email would also be sent to your email account. You are advised to keep your payment confirmation for future enquiries.
- Fees paid are not refundable except as statutorily provided or under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment).
- If admission is by selection, the official receipt is not a guarantee that your application has been accepted. We will inform you of the result as soon as possible after the closing date for application. Unsuccessful applicants will be given a refund of programme/course fee if already paid.
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1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay
Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
2. Cheque Or Bank draft
Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:
- bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
- or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard
Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
4. Online Payment
Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment for details.
Notes
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If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
- In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
- HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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