About Qalaa Financial Services Lab

Established in 2006, The Qalaa Financial Services Lab offers a state-of-the-art instructional facility that aims to integrate hands-on financial services practice with classroom financial concepts, such as securities trading, risk management, and asset allocation. This first-of-its-kind center in the region offers students, researchers, and professionals access to real-time financial data, professional research tools, and leading analytical software, replicating a real-life trading room environment.

Services

We assist research through access to a world-class portfolio of financial databases and statistical software programs. Our highly advanced research environment is reinforced by permanent research assistants and the best in modern technology.

Student Services

• Mini-classes to assist students in using and understanding financial technology and databases
• Interactive trading sessions to help students construct informed and well-researched investment portfolios

Faculty and Researchers

• Data and software facilities
• Permanent lab assistants
• Standard and customized financial training programs to improve performance and enhance the know-how of finance professionals