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Starting 2 December 2026
Delivered by digital learning over 14 weeks

Starting 2 December 2026
Delivered by digital learning over 14 weeks

Postgraduate Certificate in Valuation and Risk

Advance your derivatives valuation and risk management proficiency to manage counterparty credit and market risk across trading portfolios and to integrate regulatory capital requirements and compliance frameworks into quantitative modelling and execution strategies.

Enrol Now in the Valuation and Risk Management Postgraduate Certificate Programme

Master financial valuation and risk management across FX, equity, and credit derivatives to assess market positions, manage counterparty exposures, and navigate Basel 3.1 regulatory frameworks whilst applying advanced quantitative techniques and financial engineering principles to real-world trading, treasury, and product control challenges.

Participants will gain insights into the unique complexities of derivatives pricing, counterparty credit risk measurement, and regulatory capital calculations across multiple asset classes and market conditions. In addition to comprehensive coverage of valuation methodologies used in financial markets, exemplified by case studies relating to major trading portfolios, the programme also provides delegates with practical applications of quantitative modelling techniques, risk assessment frameworks, and hedging strategy implementation. By the end of the course, attendees will be equipped to enhance their organisation's risk management capabilities, build robust valuation models, and effectively engage with stakeholders on derivatives trading and financial risk control.

What you'll learn

  • Derivatives Valuation: Pricing techniques, model calibration, market risk measurement, and robust valuation frameworks for FX, equity, and credit derivatives.
  • Risk & Regulation: Counterparty credit risk, Basel 3.1 capital requirements, regulatory compliance frameworks, and exposure management for financial institutions.
  • Quantitative Methods: Financial modelling, Monte Carlo simulation, sensitivity analysis, and advanced quantitative techniques for trading and product control applications.

Case studies and practical workshops

  • JP Morgan London Whale Trading Loss Analysis (2012)
  • Credit Suisse Archegos Capital Collapse Case Study (2021)
  • SVB Interest Rate Risk Management Failure Review (2023)
  • LIBOR Transition & Derivatives Repricing Challenge (2020-2023)
  • Basel 3.1 Capital Impact on Trading Book (2025-2026)
  • Composite Scenario Workshop: Multi-Asset Portfolio Valuation & Hedging Challenge

Why choose IFF?

  • TRACK RECORD – we have over 30 years of experience in providing training to the banking, finance, and energy sectors
  • KNOWLEDGE – all of our trainers are highly experienced practitioners and leading subject matter experts
  • VALUE – we provide a practical training experience with skills that can be used immediately

CPD Certified

Engaging in Continuing Professional Development ensures that both academic and practical qualifications do not become out-dated or obsolete; allowing individuals to continually ‘up skill’ or ‘re-skill’, regardless of occupation, age or educational level. This course has been assessed and is CPD certified.