Free English course · CFA Level II 2027

Quantitative Methods

The complete subject, taught in seven substantial lessons. Build confidence in regression, time-series analysis, machine learning and big data through clear explanations and worked investment examples.

7complete video lessons
8h 6mguided English teaching
388JS Insights-developed slides
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Course overview

From a regression equation to a useful investment model.

Start with the foundations of multiple regression, then learn to interpret results, diagnose problems and extend the model. Continue into time series, machine learning and the practical workflow behind big data projects.

Each of the seven modules is taught in full. Follow the course in order or open the topic you need; chapter timestamps on YouTube help you return to a particular explanation or worked example.

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Course videos

Watch the complete seven-part course.

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CFA Level II Quantitative Methods Part 1: Basics of Multiple Regression and Underlying Assumptions
Part 142:12

Basics of Multiple Regression and Underlying Assumptions

Build and interpret a multiple-regression model, work through the estimation process and understand the assumptions behind reliable inference.

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CFA Level II Quantitative Methods Part 2: Evaluating Regression Model Fit and Interpreting Model Results
Part 249:16

Evaluating Regression Model Fit and Interpreting Model Results

Read ANOVA and regression output, compare fit measures, test individual and joint hypotheses, and interpret forecasts and prediction intervals.

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CFA Level II Quantitative Methods Part 3: Model Misspecification
Part 354:42

Model Misspecification

Diagnose omitted variables, incorrect functional forms, heteroskedasticity, serial correlation and multicollinearity through worked examples.

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CFA Level II Quantitative Methods Part 4: Extensions of Multiple Regression
Part 448:10

Extensions of Multiple Regression

Investigate influential observations, dummy variables and interactions, then study logistic regression and classification decisions.

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CFA Level II Quantitative Methods Part 5: Time-Series Analysis
Part 51:30:44

Time-Series Analysis

Work through trend models, stationarity, autoregression, unit roots, forecasting and changing volatility in investment time series.

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CFA Level II Quantitative Methods Part 6: Machine Learning
Part 61:55:08

Machine Learning

Understand supervised and unsupervised learning, regularisation, validation, classification, clustering and the choice of a useful model.

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CFA Level II Quantitative Methods Part 7: Big Data Projects
Part 71:26:08

Big Data Projects

Follow the investment-data workflow, from data preparation and text features to model evaluation, leakage prevention and practical diagnosis.

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