# Credit Risk Modeling in Python
This is a DataCamp course: Learn how to prepare credit application data, apply machine learning and business rules to reduce risk and ensure profitability.
## Course Details
- **Duration:** ~4h
- **Level:** Intermediate
- **Instructor:** Michael Crabtree
- **Students:** ~19,440,000 learners
- **Subjects:** Python, Applied Finance, Data Science and Analytics
- **Content brand:** DataCamp
- **Practice:** Hands-on practice included
- **Prerequisites:** Intermediate Python for Finance
## Learning Outcomes
- Python
- Applied Finance
- Data Science and Analytics
- Credit Risk Modeling in Python
## Traditional Course Outline
1. Exploring and Preparing Loan Data - In this first chapter, we will discuss the concept of credit risk and define how it is calculated. Using cross tables and plots, we will explore a real-world data set. Before applying machine learning, we will process this data by finding and resolving problems.
2. Logistic Regression for Defaults - With the loan data fully prepared, we will discuss the logistic regression model which is a standard in risk modeling. We will understand the components of this model as well as how to score its performance. Once we've created predictions, we can explore the financial impact of utilizing this model.
3. Gradient Boosted Trees Using XGBoost - Decision trees are another standard credit risk model. We will go beyond decision trees by using the trendy XGBoost package in Python to create gradient boosted trees. After developing sophisticated models, we will stress test their performance and discuss column selection in unbalanced data.
4. Model Evaluation and Implementation - After developing and testing two powerful machine learning models, we use key performance metrics to compare them. Using advanced model selection techniques specifically for financial modeling, we will select one model. With that model, we will: develop a business strategy, estimate portfolio value, and minimize expected loss.
## Resources and Related Learning
**Resources:** Raw credit data (dataset), Clean credit data (outliers and missing data removed) (dataset), Credit data (ready for modeling) (dataset)
**Related tracks:** Applied Finance in Python
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Credit Risk Modeling in Python
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Updated 03/2026PythonApplied Finance4 hr15 videos57 Exercises4,850 XP25,628Statement of Accomplishment
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Intermediate Python for Finance1
Exploring and Preparing Loan Data
In this first chapter, we will discuss the concept of credit risk and define how it is calculated. Using cross tables and plots, we will explore a real-world data set. Before applying machine learning, we will process this data by finding and resolving problems.
2
Logistic Regression for Defaults
With the loan data fully prepared, we will discuss the logistic regression model which is a standard in risk modeling. We will understand the components of this model as well as how to score its performance. Once we've created predictions, we can explore the financial impact of utilizing this model.
3
Gradient Boosted Trees Using XGBoost
Decision trees are another standard credit risk model. We will go beyond decision trees by using the trendy XGBoost package in Python to create gradient boosted trees. After developing sophisticated models, we will stress test their performance and discuss column selection in unbalanced data.
4
Model Evaluation and Implementation
After developing and testing two powerful machine learning models, we use key performance metrics to compare them. Using advanced model selection techniques specifically for financial modeling, we will select one model. With that model, we will: develop a business strategy, estimate portfolio value, and minimize expected loss.
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FAQs
What machine learning models are used for credit risk in this course?
You will build logistic regression models and gradient boosted trees using XGBoost, then compare them using performance metrics to select the best model for credit decisions.
Does the course cover the business impact of credit risk models?
Yes. The final chapter covers developing a business strategy, estimating portfolio value, and minimizing expected loss based on your model's predictions.
What data preparation skills are covered?
Chapter 1 teaches you to explore credit application data using cross tables and plots, then find and resolve data quality problems before applying machine learning.
What Python prerequisites are needed?
You need Introduction to Python for Finance and Intermediate Python for Finance. This is a beginner-level applied finance course but assumes basic Python proficiency.
How does this course handle imbalanced data in credit applications?
Chapter 3 covers column selection techniques for unbalanced datasets and stress-tests model performance, which is critical since loan defaults are typically rare events.
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