About Aalto.finance
About Aalto.finance
The Aalto.finance platform is the official content hub of the Department of Finance at Aalto University. It brings together updates, stories, and insights from across the Aalto finance ecosystem through six core categories:
Alumni Stories – Showcasing the journeys and achievements of Aalto finance graduates across industries and continents.
FTS (Financial Tracking Service) – Exploring the intersection of finance with innovation, digital transformation, and global challenges.
Research Spotlight – Highlighting influential research from Aalto’s faculty and students in topics ranging from behavioral finance to climate risk.
Event Stories – Featuring coverage from major events, student competitions, guest lectures, and community gatherings.
Aalto Finance – Department-wide news, academic updates, partnerships, and program developments.
Faculty of Finance – Introducing the faculty members driving research, teaching, and thought leadership at Aalto.
Upcoming Events
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Aalto Finance Networking Night
Date & Time: May 5, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Aalto University, Otaniemi CampusJoin us for the Aalto Finance Networking Night—an exclusive opportunity for Aalto students, alumni, and finance professionals to come together and share insights, experiences, and future opportunities. This event will feature keynote speakers from top financial institutions, followed by a casual networking session where participants can engage with industry leaders and fellow students.
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Aalto Quant Finance Case Challenge
Date & Time: June 12, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Aalto University, School of Business, Room B201The Aalto Quant Finance Case Challenge invites students to put their quantitative skills to the test by solving real-world financial problems. Teams from Aalto and other universities will compete to develop the best trading strategies, incorporating machine learning, big data analytics, and alternative datasets. The competition will be judged by industry experts from leading financial institutions.
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Sustainable Finance Hackathon 2025
Date & Time: October 18–19, 2025 | 9:00 AM (Day 1) – 5:00 PM (Day 2)
Location: Design Factory, Aalto UniversityThe Sustainable Finance Hackathon brings together finance students, engineers, designers, and data scientists to build innovative solutions for sustainability challenges in capital markets. With support from Aalto’s Sustainability Hub and corporate partners, teams will compete for a cash prize and mentorship opportunities.
