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Mastering Valuation and Risk Models

Navigate complex financial risks, from volatility modeling to sovereign credit analysis, with professional-grade quantitative techniques.

Created byLearnsignal
BeginnerUpdated May 4, 2026

What You'll Learn

  • check_circleAnalyze asset return distributions and the impact of fat tails, skewness, and regime switching on risk models.
  • check_circleApply parametric and non-parametric methods, including EWMA and GARCH, to estimate future volatility.
  • check_circleEvaluate sovereign credit risk using transition matrices, hazard rates, and market-based indicators like CDS.
  • check_circleCalculate economic capital and unexpected losses using the Vasicek model and Gaussian copula frameworks.
  • check_circleDistinguish between through-the-cycle and point-in-time credit rating approaches for regulatory compliance.

About This Course

Dive into the sophisticated world of quantitative finance with a comprehensive exploration of valuation techniques and risk assessment frameworks. This course provides an in-depth overview of the mathematical and statistical tools used to price complex financial instruments and quantify exposure in today’s volatile markets.

The curriculum examines fundamental methodologies for valuing fixed-income securities, equities, and advanced derivatives, ensuring a solid foundation in asset pricing principles. Beyond valuation, the course explores modern risk management paradigms, covering essential metrics and models such as Value at Risk (VaR), Expected Shortfall, stress testing, and scenario analysis.

Through a rigorous look at credit risk, market risk, and operational risk models, this overview delivers a deep understanding of how financial institutions measure uncertainty, manage capital, and make informed strategic decisions in dynamic economic environments.

Course Content

9 activities • 17 videos • duration: 3h 8m

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Foundations of VaR and Distribution Deviations5 videos • 47 min
  • videocamValuation & Risk Models - Chapter 1 Part 1.mp4
    Duration 11:26
  • videocamValuation & Risk Models - Chapter 1 Part 2.mp4
    Duration 10:10
  • videocamValuation & Risk Models - Chapter 2 Part 1.mp4
    Duration 9:10
  • videocamValuation & Risk Models - Chapter 2 Part 2.mp4
    Duration 8:03
  • videocamFoundations of VaR and Distribution Deviations
    Duration 8:46
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VaR Methodologies and Implied Volatility1 videos • 15 min
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Advanced Volatility Modeling: EWMA and GARCH1 videos • 6 min
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External and Internal Credit Ratings1 videos • 11 min
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Credit Risk Metrics and Transition Matrices1 videos • 13 min
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Determinants of Country Risk1 videos • 9 min
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Sovereign Credit Risk and Default1 videos • 12 min
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Measuring Credit Risk: Expected and Unexpected Loss1 videos • 9 min
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Advanced Credit Risk Modeling5 videos • 1 hour

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Learnsignal

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With headquarters in Dublin, and a wealth of heritage in the education and accountancy training industry, Learnsignal was founded in 2014, and has quickly become one of the largest Online Training Providers for Accountancy qualifications in the world. Learnsignal offers the most extensive verifiable CPD library, with content that is high-quality, easy to digest, and proven to help accountants upskill and grow their careers. Learnsignal is also the perfect training partner for individuals as well as companies looking to upskill their teams. Courses are all built within IFAC guidelines, and verifiable with a lot of IFAC member bodies, and are constantly updated to ensure that the most relevant skills are being developed.

Credit Information

Professional development requirements vary by profession, country, and regulatory body. Before enrolling, review the course details and confirm that the content, learning format, and any listed credits meet your specific requirements. You are responsible for confirming eligibility with your regulator or professional association and keeping the records required for reporting.

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