Welcome to the Centre for Quantitative Finance (CQF)
Since our establishment in April 2012, the Centre for Quantitative Finance at the National University of Singapore (NUS) has focused on advancing knowledge and expertise in the realms of quantitative and computational finance. Our vision is to harness the interdisciplinary strengths from fields such as Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Finance, and Engineering, solidifying our contribution to the Quantitative Finance Cluster and reinforcing Singapore’s position as a global financial nexus.
In the dynamic landscape of finance, profoundly shaped by the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, CQF is dedicated to pioneering research, advanced education, and strategic industry collaboration in the era of digital and AI-driven finance.
Join Us on This Journey
As we embark on this exciting journey, we invite students, researchers, and industry professionals to explore the possibilities that modern quantitative finance can bring in the AI and digital era. Through our collaborative efforts, we aim not only to advance the field of quantitative finance but also to contribute significantly to the local and global financial ecosystem. Whether you’re seeking to advance your knowledge, explore groundbreaking research, or forge industry partnerships, CQF offers a gateway to the future of finance. Together, let’s shape a world where finance is more predictive, efficient, and sustainable.
Welcome to the new epoch of finance. Welcome to the Centre for Quantitative Finance.
Our Strategic Vision
CQF is built on three foundational pillars, designed to navigate us through the evolving terrain of quantitative finance:
We are dedicated to creating a dynamic platform through Quantitative Finance seminar series, workshops, and the annual Quantitative Finance Conference, establishing an academic nucleus for exchange theory, methods and algorithms in quantitative finance in Asia.
Our commitment also extends to spearheading advancements in AI and machine learning theories and applications within modern finance. By developing theories, algorithms, models, and computational strategies, we aim to revolutionize our understanding and interaction with financial markets. Our focus on international collaborations seeks to amalgamate resources and expertise globally, tackling the urgent challenges of quantitative finance in the digital age.
Acknowledging the swift transformation of the financial industry, we continuously enrich our curriculum with the latest topics such as mean field theory, AI, machine learning, digital finance, and FinTech. Preparing the next generation of finance professionals to thrive in a tech-driven world is at the heart of our mission. Through workshops, trainings, and co-education efforts with leading industry entities, we aim to equip our students and professionals with state-of-the-art knowledge and broad exposure to pioneering areas in finance. Our goal is to train talented individuals poised to contribute significantly to the finance sector in Singapore, Asia, and globally.
CQF actively promotes the synergy between academic exploration and industrial application. We are dedicated to advancing research collborations that addresses real-world financial issues, driving progress and efficiency within the financial sector. Bridging academia and industry, we foster collaborations that translate academic research into practical solutions, , propelling innovation and productivity across the financial landscape.