CFA Society India: Python Workshop on Momentum Investing Strategy | Chennai
CFA Society India: Python Workshop on Momentum Investing Strategy
Quant and Alternative Investing Conference
CFA Society India and CFA Institute are excited to announce a special workshop as part of our Quant and Alternative Investing Conference. The focus of this workshop will be on building a momentum investing strategy from scratch using Python.
Workshop Overview
In recent years, momentum investing has gained significant prominence, driven by a deeper understanding of factor investing. Momentum investing is a strategy that aims to capitalize on the continuance of existing trends in the market. Our workshop is designed to introduce participants to the fundamental concepts of momentum investing and guide them through the process of designing and implementing a momentum strategy using Python.
Key Highlights
– Beginner-Friendly: This workshop is tailored for beginners with no prior coding experience. Our step-by-step approach ensures that participants will be able to follow along and build a functional momentum investing strategy by the end of the session.
Hands-On Experience: Participants will get first-hand experience in using Python for designing systematic investment portfolios. The practical nature of the workshop will enable attendees to understand and apply the concepts of momentum investing in real-world scenarios.
– Comprehensive Curriculum: The workshop will cover the following topics:
– Introduction to Momentum Investing
– Basics of Python Programming
– Data Collection and Preprocessing
– Strategy Design and Backtesting
– Analyzing Strategy Performance
Why Attend?
– Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced professionals who will provide insights into the mechanics of momentum investing and Python programming.
– Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow participants, industry experts, and CFA Society members.
– Practical Skills: Gain practical skills that can be applied to your own investment strategies and professional development.
Who Should Attend?
– Investors and traders interested in systematic and factor-based investing
– Finance professionals looking to enhance their technical skills
– Students and academics keen on learning about quantitative finance
– Anyone with a curiosity about leveraging Python for investment strategies
Join us for this informative and hands-on workshop to unlock the potential of momentum investing with Python. Whether you’re a novice or looking to refine your skills, this session promises to equip you with the knowledge and tools to excel in the world of systematic investing.
Date: 23rd November,2024
Time: 3 pm to 5 pm
Venue: Radisson Blu Hotel, Chennai City Centre
Registration details
CFA Society India members: Registered for 2nd India Alternative and Quant Investing Summit: Free
CFA Society India members: Registration for only Workshop: INR 500
Non-Members-Registered for 2nd India Alternative and Quant Investing Summit: INR 500
Divyansh Agnani
Divyansh is a Quantitative Analyst at Capitalmind Financial Services, an investment management firm focusing on equity-based quantitative and discretionary funds. At Capitalmind, he crafts and monitors factor models, automates analysis workflows, and synthesizes financial aggregates into actionable investment insights. Previously, as part of Capitalmind's discretionary investments team, Divyansh conducted bottom-up and top-down research to identify emerging opportunities in the Indian markets.
1.5 PLCFA Institute members can claim PL credit by providing their CFA Institute ID number when registering. |
 Global Passport Accredited Programme Allows members of participating CFA societies to attend each other |