Program Overview
This dual postgraduate certificate provides students with fundamental concepts and methodologies related to artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and human-computer interaction. Topics also cover history, social & political impacts, ethics, privacy, bias, and limitations of AI. Applications of AI in finance and communications are studied. In particular the program equips students with economic reasoning and computational tools to tackle leading-edge problems in investments and financial markets.
Key Program Features
- <ul> <li><strong>Comprehensive AI Training</strong>: Build expertise in machine learning
- natural language processing
- and ethical AI practices. </li> <li><strong>Financial Mastery</strong>: Learn financial modeling
- market analysis
- and economic strategies to navigate complex financial systems. </li> <li><strong>Hands-On Experience</strong>: Develop programming skills in Python
- R
- and C#
- solving real-world challenges in collaborative settings. </li> <li><strong>Location Advantage</strong>: Study in the Durham Region
- part of the Greater Toronto Area—Canada’s tech and financial hub—just 40 minutes from downtown Toronto.</li> </ul>
Career Opportunities
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Career opportunities mentioned: AI & Financial Analytics Specialist, Investment Strategist, Data Science Entrepreneur, Financial Technology Innovator, Quantitative Analyst, Risk Management Specialist, etc. Educatly
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Key features: Combines AI & financial analytics in one dual credential, located at Durham GTA region (which has a growing finance sector).
Program Curriculum
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The program is a 4-term / 2-year Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) (not an undergraduate degree). calendar.trentu.ca Trent University
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Students take courses from two streams: Applied Artificial Intelligence and Financial Analytics. Trent University
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Course topics mentioned include: artificial intelligence fundamentals, basic computer programming, machine learning algorithms, human-computer interaction, statistics, information systems, economics/financial market theories, portfolio & risk management.
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Academic level: “Postgraduate Certificate” available to students who hold an undergraduate degree from any accredited university.
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Campus: Durham GTA (Ontario, Canada) — at Trent Durham Advanced Learning Centre. Trent University
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Start date: September (Fall) is the typical intake.
Admission Requirements
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Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized university. calendar.trentu.ca
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English language proficiency required (for international students) — e.g., IELTS 6.5 level (typical) in third-party summaries. Masters Portal
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Application Deadline (example): June 15 for Fall intake (international) according to the PDF flyer.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
February 1
About Trent University
Trent University
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
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University ProfileApplication Information
- Application Deadline February 1
- Start Date September 16
- Language English
- Duration 2 years