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  1. Andy Nguyen

    List of UK Financial Engineering Programs

    The list of UK programs we collect is above.
  2. Andy Nguyen

    COMPARE Oxford MCF VS Oxford MMath Stats VS Imperial Math Fin VS LSE Fin and similar courses

    I would be curious to see what people think of a list of 10 worthy UK quant programs.
  3. Andy Nguyen

    COMPARE Oxford MCF VS Oxford MMath Stats VS Imperial Math Fin VS LSE Fin and similar courses

    My interest in this discussion is for the UK programs ranking purpose. It seems to be the line between a traditional MFE/Math Fin programs vs Finance programs are not that clear in the UK. My goal would be to have a similar ranking like we do with the US MFE programs here. But first, I need some...
  4. Andy Nguyen

    Quant Masters Preparation

    Take a look at the master reading list book in my signature. It has links to many free PDF as well as the popular books on many topics.
  5. Andy Nguyen

    Princeton MFin Princeton MFin Math Assessment

    Nice job of spotting that piece of data. That Fall 2024 application number will be reflected on our next rankings. They will increase the size of the program so expect to see 40-50 people in their incoming cohort. We can somewhat track the trend by the data in our Tracker so I strongly...
  6. Andy Nguyen

    Please Judge my Profile, for MFE/MFin

    You target MIT MFin, Yale AM so may as well apply to Columbia MSFE (Financial Economics). I see that your interest is a bit broader than most MFE applicants. Taking a C++ course and doing well will prep you for the MFE courseworks. After the C++, take the Python course here. It's the perfect...
  7. Andy Nguyen

    It would not be comparable to most programs we discuss here. It's more like geared towards local...

    It would not be comparable to most programs we discuss here. It's more like geared towards local students who want to join an exchange program.
  8. Andy Nguyen

    Is it Possible for me to be accepted in the CMU MSCF program?

    Set your expectation lower. You must be a standout from thousands of applicants across the country to get an offer from such firms fresh out of college. Getting into CMU is the easiest part of that plan.
  9. Andy Nguyen

    How to verify your QuantNet account

    Just a bump up for those who want to get their account verified.
  10. Andy Nguyen

    Study an MFE in my forties?

    Programs will look at two things: your ability to handle the course work and your ability to get a job. The first part has lot to do with your education background, how up to date is your math skills, programming ability. The second part, your work experience plays a big part. I know plenty of...
  11. Andy Nguyen

    How to verify your QuantNet account

    Everyone who has requested a verified QuantNet account has been checked and verified :)
  12. Andy Nguyen

    How to verify your QuantNet account

    @MichaelLewis @Lukee @MikeLawrence @quantguidance
  13. Andy Nguyen

    How to verify your QuantNet account

    To all QuantNet fellows, Per popular request, we have been working on a way to allow members to remain anonymous (if they prefer) on QuantNet but still show their trustworthiness. The benefits are increasingly more important as discussed here. This step is purely optional but as a verified...
  14. Andy Nguyen

    Why are most reviews clumped together in timing to specific days?

    Using their real name that I can verify. If using a random username, please contact me to verify their ID via their LinkedIn profile. I don't have a robust mechanism to verify yet. Right now, send me a DM here linking to their LinkedIn profile. I will connect with them via LinkedIn to verify.
  15. Andy Nguyen

    Why are most reviews clumped together in timing to specific days?

    By the way, in our next update, you can filter the reviews by star rating. Clicking on 1 star will show all reviews with 1 star and so on. Just make it easier to find the negative reviews. When I shop on Amazon, I do spend time reading all the negative review of a product first.
  16. Andy Nguyen

    Baruch MFE Baruch MFE Admission Discussion

    I would be interested to know as well.
  17. Andy Nguyen

    Why are most reviews clumped together in timing to specific days?

    I'm going to work (attempt to try) on some filters so that reviews by verified members will be displayed as default. And you click on a button to show all reviews. I think it's a workaround that is reasonable. In the long term, the only way we can encourage more genuine reviews from more...
  18. Andy Nguyen

    Profile Evaluation (Fall 2024) for Quant Finance Programs

    Hey Matthieu, All European programs but no US? Quick glance but your profile is strong and very math heavy. It looks ideal for a Math grad program than an MFE program which is very industry focused. Finance background, knowledge, good interview skills, C++ (you are addressing it with the...
  19. Andy Nguyen

    Why are most reviews clumped together in timing to specific days?

    It's happening again. Do you think these recent reviews bring any substance that would help prospective applicants to make a more informed choice? If no, then are there any chance to the format so we can get more value?
  20. Andy Nguyen

    Application advice welcomed... not sure what my next steps should be

    Bumping this up for exposure. Strong profile but it seems you cast your net wide and far. I question some of your choices. Are you American? If yes, no need retake the GRE for verbal. You made it to final rounds so it's good enough.
  21. Andy Nguyen

    Baruch MFE Baruch MFE Admission Discussion

    Best way to keep track is to use the Tracker to see who got results. https://quantnet.com/tracker/?program_id=1
  22. Andy Nguyen

    Why are most reviews clumped together in timing to specific days?

    I think you guys make some good observation. Most reviews that are posted in a short period of time are likely results of the program's push to get more alum to leave a review. And majority of the reviews are genuine from real students. If someone wants to contact us to get their account...
  23. Andy Nguyen

    MSFE

    It is tuition only. No fees or cost of living is included so you need to budget accordingly.
  24. Andy Nguyen

    Happy holidays

    On behalf of myself and QuantNet, we wish you all a happy holiday. 2024 has been a very active year for us and we have many things to be thankful of. Thank you everyone who contributed this year, be it answering a question, posting a review, or even just asking a question. We are looking...
  25. Andy Nguyen

    GaTech QCF Georgia Tech QCF Admission Results

    Can you guys add your timelines to the Tracker? This way, you can see who got a decision from GaTech.
  26. Andy Nguyen

    New UChicago MFin program

    Thanks for reporting this, Lukee. We'll see how much interest the program generates and how it will look like in the next few years.
  27. Andy Nguyen

    Other paths for Non-stem undergrad for MFE

    Take your time to identify and plan for a program. You can only do an MFE once. Rushing into one just because is a recipe for disasters.
  28. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    https://www.efinancialcareers.com/news/finance/baruch-masters-in-financial-engineering
  29. Andy Nguyen

    Benefit of more math

    C++, Python, Options, interview books, mock interviews, etc. That will get you ahead instead of more math courses beyond what needed for the degree. We are all here to get ready for interviews on day 1.
  30. Andy Nguyen

    Profile Evaluation Fall 2024 + Program Recs

    What is your rationale for those specific programs?
  31. Andy Nguyen

    Profile evaluation for Fall 2025

    She would need to take some C++ courses to get ready for MFE and internship interviews. The C++ courses we have here are highly relevant and have been used by applicants to get into Baruch, CMU and other top MFE program.s
  32. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    Updated the ranking to point to this https://quantnet.com/resources/university-of-chicago-master-of-science-in-financial-mathematics.11/field?field=tuition I've seen some members here got the Alpha scholarship that goes up to 70% total tuition but currently the max is 60% off the total tuition...
  33. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    Mike, You probably meant the Columbia MSFE (Financial Economics) ran by Columbia Business School (CBS) that @Qui-Gon attended, not to be confused with Columbia MFE (Financial Engineering) program which is under IEOR department.
  34. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    Strongly recommend that you reach out to alumni of both programs to hear their experiences. Our ranking just captures a snapshot of data which can't fully represent the experience you will have at each program. Use our ranking to shortlist the programs and use the resources and reviews page to...
  35. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    The programs report the mean (average) salary and bonus. They should also have a more detailed report on their website which may have breakdown into median, sectors, years of experience which are what you are looking for. If you don't see those numbers online, email them and they should have it...
  36. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    Nothing changed. Probably some of their top graduates got huge offers from top firms.
  37. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    That's something to find out in the 2025 rankings :)
  38. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    Congrats to the Chicago program. #6 is the highest rank they achieved over the past decade. https://quantnet.com/resources/university-of-chicago-master-of-science-in-financial-mathematics.11/field?field=ranking
  39. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    Yes sir. Keep checking back as we will update those info as often as we can. I mentioned earlier that we are pressed for time this year so we couldn't get all of the new data available yet but they are coming and you will love it. You can already see historical ranking data for each program on...
  40. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    The employers information are confidential as a condition for them to participate, of course. I can only say that we survey a large number of employers, from the mega banks and hedge funds that everyone knows to boutique specialty shops. This year, the employers survey has been a huge success as...
  41. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    I updated the second post with an example of how to interpret the placement numbers reported. This will hopefully give you some useful insight on where the graduates end up.
  42. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    Due to a very compressed timeline this year, we are not able to display as much info as we would like during launch. It's actually quite a lot of data processing. Hopefully over the next few days, we will update the ranking layout incrementally to provide useful info for prospective students...
  43. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    How to interpret the employment rate numbers. Take this program for example, of all graduates seeking FT jobs, 76% of them reported getting a FT job at graduation. At 3 months post graduation, that rate increases to 88%. 55% of those seeking FT jobs reported having a FT job in the US and 33%...
  44. Andy Nguyen

    2024 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    We are pleased to announce the publication of the QuantNet 2024 Rankings of Financial Engineering programs. The full 2024 QuantNet MFE ranking will be released here For comparison, the 2023 QuantNet MFE ranking is here. New in 2024 QuantNet MFE ranking New programs added: UC San Diego (Master...
  45. Andy Nguyen

    MFE 2024 Ranking

    In a few more days guys, the process has been smoother this year but we have one program that submitted very late and still incomplete, causing this unnecessary delay.
  46. Andy Nguyen

    My suggestion is for you to read as much as you can here. There are many Ask Me Anything (AMA)...

    My suggestion is for you to read as much as you can here. There are many Ask Me Anything (AMA) threads here from practicing quants who share their wisdom. Read books from our Master Reading List.
  47. Andy Nguyen

    Should I retake GRE because of a relatively low quant score?

    This is an anxiety issue more than anything. Also, there are methods to tacke the GRE where you don't waste time on the easy questions.
  48. Andy Nguyen

    Should I retake GRE because of a relatively low quant score?

    If you have to report GRE score because some programs require it, then by all means, retake and get the highest score. Top programs expect 168-170. If none of the programs you are applying to requires GRE, spend time on other things. Take C++, do the interview books, review your basic options...
  49. Andy Nguyen

    Organising a mock trading session this weekend

    Posted this on LinkedIn to increase exposure to this great opportunity. It looks like this will cost $100 per slot to join this game.
  50. Andy Nguyen

    Multiverse Pricing Models

    You will find a lot of members here whose first language is not English so we all communicate in technical terms. It's great to see active discussion for something more relevant to our members.
  51. Andy Nguyen

    COMPARE A hard decision: UCL CF vs Imperial MathFin

    We have the first review of the Imperial program :) https://quantnet.com/resources/imperial-college-london-msc-in-mathematics-and-finance-program.83/reviews#resource-review-1334 I hope more are coming.
  52. Andy Nguyen

    MFE Application - Letters of Rec

    Generally, I don't think it's a rule where you must have a letter of recommendation from a math prof. If you got all As in all the standard courses, there isn't much value they can provide. The value is when you take a more advanced course and the teacher can talk in length about your...
  53. Andy Nguyen

    Profile Evaluation for Top MFE Programs

    Background/degree does not mention lot of math so I would assume lack of the usual prerequisite courses for the traditional MFE programs. You can take the courses to fill the gap and apply to top programs(look at our QuantNet rankings). If you want to keep your options open, maybe some newer...
  54. Andy Nguyen

    Graduate Programs questions

    2) Why not? If you aim for the top, you need to prepare now. 3) I think programming would be the next area you need to address. Take the C++ course we have here and preferably the Python course right after it. It will prime you nicely for internship interviews, etc. And don't forget about the...
  55. Andy Nguyen

    Guidance with being a quant researcher in Australia

    Lukee is right. PhD is a serious endeavor that takes most people half a decade or more (emphasis on the more) to complete. If you are aiming for a professional/technical job, then find the best degree that provides that skillset. PhD that ends up in quant jobs are by product of the environment...
  56. Andy Nguyen

    Applying without GRE scores

    When programs do not require GRE, not having it will not be a hinderance if other aspects of your profile are strong. It is not a significant factor like it used to be. In short, skipping it wont hurt, having a good GRE may help marginally.
  57. Andy Nguyen

    Advice on undergraduate degree to pursue

    Do a degree where if you change your mind about being a quant in a few years it still allows you flexibility. Maybe a math or CS degree will flexible enough to get into most technical roles.
  58. Andy Nguyen

    Realistically, what do quants do as their day-to-day job?

    We have a series of "A day in the life of" discussions where the authors share their daily job routine. It would provide insight into the roles you are interested in. You can find those by searching for the phrase "a day in the life of" and search title only.
  59. Andy Nguyen

    Spring Programs for MFE

    It has to do with the timing of the banks traditional recruiting cycle. Most incoming classes start in Fall so banks schedule their interviews accordingly. When you start in Spring, you will do off-cycle recruitment and this is where a program's career services make a difference. There are...
  60. Andy Nguyen

    gre maths subject test is a waste of time

    It's good to hear about your experience. Thanks for sharing. Back in the days when I evaluated applications for a certain Math Finance program, GRE Math subject was a way for applicants to stand out when GRE Q 170 was pretty common and every other aspect of the application was very comparable...
  61. Andy Nguyen

    Pre requisites for MFE

    We ought to have a resource for prospective applicants to MFE programs where our QuantNet members can contribute. Links to reading materials, courses to take, which requirements, how to do research on different programs, how to track/compare apps using the Tracker, internship leads, how to...
  62. Andy Nguyen

    Where C++/Python and other programming languages used in MFE programs

    Fordham MQF program has these courses Financial Programming (C++); Computational Finance (Python); and Advanced C++ for Finance.
  63. Andy Nguyen

    Pre-Reading List 2023-24 for Imperial College London MSc in Mathematics and Finance program

    Summer Reading List Congratulations on joining the MSc in Mathematics and Finance at Imperial College London this September. We look forward to welcoming you here and, in the meantime, would like to give you some information about the programme itself and how to best prepare for it. The...
  64. Andy Nguyen

    Imperial College London - MSc Mathematics and Finance

    Established in 1999, the Imperial College London MSc in Mathematics and Finance program, under the Department of Mathematics, is one of the oldest programmes of its kind. It combines rigorous mathematical training with practical financial applications, offering students a comprehensive...
  65. Andy Nguyen

    Laptop Recommendation for Financial engineering grad student

    I did it a couple of times years ago. Most of the time will be spent researching online on which parts to buy (case, motherboard, PSU, graphic card, memory sticks, etc). Putting them together is fun and it could be a weekend project. You could spend a premium to have this one prebuilt and ready...
  66. Andy Nguyen

    Projects idea for students going into quant field

    I'm sure you have some ideas to contribute Paul.
  67. Andy Nguyen

    Is this career path right for me?

    Quant finance is a broad field with numerous job profiles for people with different skill sets and personalities even. There are FO (front office), MO (middle office), BO (back office), each with countless roles that have a decent salary. Take your time to figure out where you will fit in and...
  68. Andy Nguyen

    Laptop Recommendation for Financial engineering grad student

    You mean this monster of a CPU? Are you building your own desktop too?
  69. Andy Nguyen

    Areas of maths needed for central risk book desk?

    @Ken Abbott does post many resources on risk management. Maybe some of the materials are useful for that area.
  70. Andy Nguyen

    Advantages of being US citizen in admission

    If you quote those posts, maybe I can remember the context where I said that. Years ago, employment environment was favorable compared to the job market today. Then everyone got a job offer soon after graduation so the advantage of being a US resident is not that big. Now, it may be the...
  71. Andy Nguyen

    CMU MSCF CMU MSCF NYC campus relocation to 88 Pine St

    The CMU MSCF program announced that they will relocate their NYC campus from the current location at 55 Broad Street to 88 Pine St, about 0.3 miles away. The new location will open for business in Jan 2024 pending state approval. Below is the walking map showing the relative locations of the...
  72. Andy Nguyen

    Advantages of being US citizen in admission

    The reasons are both so if you meet all the admission requirements, I strongly recommend you to apply to all the top programs. Don't let those profiles intimidate you. The more diversified a program looks, the more diversified applicant pool they attract so it's a win-win for everyone. Again...
  73. Andy Nguyen

    Quant Programs in Europe & UK from India

    Imperial is a well-known and highly regarded UK program.
  74. Andy Nguyen

    2023 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    The 2024 ranking process has been started and we expect to release it around the same time last year. The list of programs is going through a major change, making the ranking much more selective. We'll update everyone as we have more to say. Stay tuned.
  75. Andy Nguyen

    Master in Risk Analysis and Management/Financial Mathematics at FIU

    Thanks for sharing the info on the program, Prof. Villamor. From a quick glance of your website and brochure, please correct if the following points are wrong. 1) This is a brand new MS program that will admit the first entering cohort for Fall 2024. 2) This is a 36-credit program (12 courses, 3...
  76. Andy Nguyen

    Question with the GRE

    Instead of spending time getting a higher GRE Q which may not be an important factor to programs (they don't require it), you can try to fill up gaps in your profile. Taking the C++ course such as one on QuantNet for example. You are an American so that goes a lot in your favor. You seem to have...
  77. Andy Nguyen

    10/25/23 QuantNet access issue. Now resolved.

    Today, QuantNet was not accessible until 1.30 PM EST. It was caused by several damages to the fiber cables connected to our data center. As a result, our website is one of many thousands affected for most of the day. My apology for the inconvenience caused by this service disruption.
  78. Andy Nguyen

    Wish list for QuantNet 2023 and beyond

    If anyone is open to collaborate with me in gathering data, building some comprehensive data for MFE programs, please reach out. We need more help in this front to make QuantNet a huge clearinghouse for everything about graduate quant programs. You can choose to help with one program or more if...
  79. Andy Nguyen

    Looks like you should be helping us with some data. Yes, we haven't had much success getting any...

    Looks like you should be helping us with some data. Yes, we haven't had much success getting any relevant data from the USC MFE program over the years despite many attempts to contact them. It would be great if you can share even the basic info with us so we can furnish the data on their entry...
  80. Andy Nguyen

    Yale University - Master in Asset Management

    The Master’s in Asset Management program is a STEM-eligible, quantitatively intense nine-month program that was developed by the late David Swensen ’80 PhD, Yale’s former chief investments officer and the pioneer of the “Yale Model” and Tobias Moskowitz, Dean Takahashi ’80 B.A., ’83 M.P.P.M...
  81. Andy Nguyen

    UChicago MSFM Programme & General Quant Q&A

    Thanks for doing this. Greatly appreciate it Kaven. This is pay it forward kind of karma so it's a good way to contribute. Wish more people do it. Can you give us some color of what it's been like since you arrived in the Windy City? How is the city, the campus, the people, etc? Anything you...
  82. Andy Nguyen

    Rice applied statistics

    This does not seem like a professional master's program whose focus is on helping with job placement. In other news https://cofes.rice.edu/announcements/michael-jackson-joins-rice-university-faculty-lecturer-and-director-mstat-program
  83. Andy Nguyen

    Seeking Advice: Strengthening My Application for Princeton's MFin Program

    I understand if someone from the outside would not be able to see the difference between similar online courses or tell what made ours unique. I have been running this since 2011 and can tell you the programs that have required their admitted students to complete the QuantNet C++ certificate as...
  84. Andy Nguyen

    PhD + Experience Career Switch

    This AMA thread by @Igna is a good start https://quantnet.com/threads/im-a-senior-buy-side-quant-researcher-ama.53587/
  85. Andy Nguyen

    Help needed in long term and short term goal for sop

    This is the issue right here. It would help if you do a bit more research and see who does what where in the big picture. This way, you can see which roles would be something you are interested in. This will also help with your short term and long term plan. Here is the reading list that has...
  86. Andy Nguyen

    MFE Profile Evaluation for Fall 24

    Reality check right here. Most people don't realize that getting into MFE degree is just one of the many steps before you get your first job in the finance industry. The struggle is real and you should plan long term and see where you will land 3 years, 5 years from now. That said, many people...
  87. Andy Nguyen

    Profile Evaluation for MSFE US and Europe (Fall '24)

    I say not worth it since GRE is not a good differentiating signal anymore. Having a very low GRE is an automatic rejection but having a high GRE doesn't guarantee anything. Spend your time on things that will get you ready for internship interviews right after your first semester. Things like...
  88. Andy Nguyen

    Profile Evaluation for MSFE US and Europe (Fall '24)

    Any local college that gives you a transcript for these course would be fine. These are basic courses that just check the boxes.
  89. Andy Nguyen

    Which masters program should I apply to?

    Best of luck and keep us updated on your progress. We are here to help. You are not alone in the journey. There are lot of silent members here who are going through the same process so it's good to get feedback.
  90. Andy Nguyen

    Profile Evaluation for MSFE US and Europe (Fall '24)

    You need some C++ programming certificate or course on your profile. Take the QuantNet C++ course. It's the preferred choice for many MFE applicants. Calculus 1 with 6/10 and GRE Q of 167 don't look too good. Even many programs do not require GRE these days, you may want to beef up your math...
  91. Andy Nguyen

    MFE Fall 2024 Profile Evaluation

    The fact that you are an American is already a plus. When incoming MFE cohort in many programs is comprised of 95% students from one country, a desire to have a more diversified student body will play in your favor. This is a shoutout to all members here who are currently undergraduate in the US...
  92. Andy Nguyen

    MFE VS MOR

    Years ago, OR was a popular choice among MFE applicants. Columbia MSOR was one such program that attracted lot of applicants. I haven't heard much about them or OR master programs recently. I'm not sure of the reason. In theory, if you have a good grasp of all the relevant training, any STEM...
  93. Andy Nguyen

    Path forward/Planning next steps

    Jane Street and Two Sigma are notorious for being a very tough nut to crack. The fact that you got an interview with either one is a huge plus. Did you get any feedback from the interviewers on what areas they feel you are lacking? If so, you can improve on it. If not, like @MikeLawrence...
  94. Andy Nguyen

    Which masters program should I apply to?

    If you want to work in the US or UK then doing an MFE degree in the respective geography makes sense. Just apply to a few of the top programs that you feel you can get into (much research is needed to make this determination). QuantNet is the place to do this kind of research. You still need to...
  95. Andy Nguyen

    Which masters program should I apply to?

    Another approach to getting into the junior quant positions you target is to address the your weakness. It seems like you can easily take both our C++ courses and possibly Python course which will cost you a few months and less than $5,000. You can then reapply to those jobs again and...
  96. Andy Nguyen

    Applying to MFEs with prerequisites in progress/in the future

    It doesn't hurt to mention this to the programs you are applying. Tell them which courses are in progress and when/what will be done.
  97. Andy Nguyen

    Is CQF needed for MFE

    If you are doing a full-time MFE, you don't need the others. Each of those is designed for a different audience and need.
  98. Andy Nguyen

    Berkely MFE ad

    Zip it and upload is best way.
  99. Andy Nguyen

    Berkely MFE ad

    Is this only for that specific program? Does this happen on a phone or desktop? If any chance for a screen recording? I haven’t noticed any change but thanks for reporting.
  100. Andy Nguyen

    Wish list for QuantNet 2023 and beyond

    Coming soon :)
  101. Andy Nguyen

    Where do I submit the gre maths subject test in the application process?

    You should send to the same dept that you use for the general GRE. Few people take the GRE Math these days so it's not mentioned much. Make sure you mention this in your essay, application.
  102. Andy Nguyen

    MS program choices for pursuing a career in quant research, trader or analyst roles

    These quant programs do not lead to IB roles where MBA/undergrad are better fit. Any top program should give you a path to your desired roles. Some programs have better track record than others. They usually publish the placement, broken down by firms, types, etc so take a look at those stats...
  103. Andy Nguyen

    Credit Derivatives Research Papers

    https://pages.stern.nyu.edu/~igiddy/
  104. Andy Nguyen

    Ms financial engineering

    I guess we need to expand the range of information and cover all programs so people can get what they need. These are very basic info.
  105. Andy Nguyen

    Where C++/Python and other programming languages used in MFE programs

    This is great. Thanks for the info. I have updated the list above to include them.
  106. Andy Nguyen

    I save my employer millions using technique I learned in QuantNet Advanced C++ course. AMA

    Are there other new C++2X features that you are interested in implementing at work?
  107. Andy Nguyen

    I save my employer millions using technique I learned in QuantNet Advanced C++ course. AMA

    Thank you for sharing your story @sonmanutd It's great to learn how you are able to make a real impact in your work from what you learned in our courses. From reading this, it looks like every a small change to make the code more efficient can make a big difference the larger the code base. And...
  108. Andy Nguyen

    My chances of getting into top msqf/mscf programs

    Short list your top target programs. Look at their admitted cohort profiles (either on the website or on QuantNet Tracker). Prepare accordingly. Everything is possible. You just need a plan and realistic expectation.
  109. Andy Nguyen

    How are ODEs/PDEs/Measure theory introduced in MSQF/FE programs

    Judging from how this thread is going, we may have someone applying to graduate math programs in the future. :)
  110. Andy Nguyen

    Kings' College London - MSc Financial Mathematics

    Our Financial Mathematics MSc enables graduates and professionals with a strong mathematical background to research, develop and apply quantitative and computational techniques to investment and risk management. Based in the Department of Mathematics, this course has a superb reputation for...
  111. Andy Nguyen

    University College London - MSc Financial Risk Management

    The programme is aimed at students with a first degree in mathematics, finance, economics, physics, or computing who wish to gain the skills necessary to work within quantitative risk management. You will be expected to have established competency in probability, statistics, differential...
  112. Andy Nguyen

    University of York - MSc Financial Engineering

    Led by the Department of Mathematics, the MSc Financial Engineering is part of our uniquely multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary suite of finance Masters programmes. These programmes together expertise from the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Economics and Related Studies...
  113. Andy Nguyen

    University of York - MSc Mathematical Finance

    Join an established course which has been serving students for over a decade. Our team of dedicated academic staff are leaders in their field, publishing their research in leading academic journals. Mathematical Finance (MSc) is part of our suite of uniquely interdisciplinary finance Masters...
  114. Andy Nguyen

    City St George’s, University of London, Bayes Business School - MSc Quantitative Finance

    In the MSc Quantitative Finance, you will focus on the tools that allow you to analyse the relevant information for making investment decisions and strategize the best response to market changes. This will open the door to a career for example in asset management, or as a quantitative financial...
  115. Andy Nguyen

    City St George’s, University of London, Bayes Business School - MSc Mathematical Trading and Finance

    In the MSc Mathematical Trading and Finance, you will learn about tools used to develop algorithms for optimal investment decisions across various asset classes, and to monitor and assess trading risk on your ‘books’. Emphasis is given to quantitative structuring and trading, as well as Machine...
  116. Andy Nguyen

    University of Warwick - MSc Mathematical Finance

    This mathematically rigorous course is unique in providing training from three top departments at Warwick: Statistics, Mathematics and Warwick Business School. It enables you to develop and apply the quantitative skills in machine learning, computational statistics and mathematical finance used...
  117. Andy Nguyen

    Taking prereq math courses at NYU

    As far as pre-requirement courses for MFE go, you can take them at any accredited college. Some people take them at community college for cost reason. They all cover the same basic topics for Cal I, II, III, etc. Take them, aim for an A, get a transcript and you are done.
  118. Andy Nguyen

    NYU Tandon MFE An announcement from Finance & Risk Engineering, NYU Tandon

    Thank you for the update and we look forward to the Tandon FRE program under Prof. Nizar's leadership.
  119. Andy Nguyen

    Are MFE programs suitable for people who are already working in a Quant role

    There are always pro and con to each approach. Obviously, the work experience is much more valuable than a lot of things you learn in the classroom setting since you may work on some bleeding edge product or technology at work that are years ahead of whatever you learn in the classroom. On the...
  120. Andy Nguyen

    I'm I eligible for MFE?

    Have you check with the MFE programs to see if they explicitly state that 3-year bachelor is not eligible for admission? If so, doing another master may not resolve the issue of not having a 4-year equivalence of a bachelor. This sounds like something you would need to email each MFE program to...
  121. Andy Nguyen

    I found Quantnet's doppelgänger

    You make me click and go look.
  122. Andy Nguyen

    How can I get into a MFE program

    You may want to take the pre-MFE courses at Baruch if you can arrange. It will give you a good flavor of what it's like enrolled in the top MFE program. It may give you a chance to see if quant finance is less stressful or not :)
  123. Andy Nguyen

    Courses To Fulfill Programming Requirement

    Here is an example of how much a role our C++ certificate plays in MFE admission. This is from the latest Tracker.
  124. Andy Nguyen

    List of Big Data programs

    Are you able to start with a list of programs that you researched so far and the community can add on?
  125. Andy Nguyen

    Mental health and low gpa

    Mental health is a serious issue that I think we should discuss instead of sweeping it under the rug like most people in finance usually do. If you ever value your well-being, having a serious look into the downside of finance industry is something I highly recommend...
  126. Andy Nguyen

    Mental Math Struggle

    Here you go A Practical Guide To Quantitative Finance Interviews by Xinfeng Zhou
  127. Andy Nguyen

    YouTube issues

    Connect your phone to the same wifi and try youtube. If it works then it is a local issue with the PC. If it does not then it is the network issue with youtube. Try to ping youtube from you PC and see if there is any loss packets. It could be a browser filtering that block YT.
  128. Andy Nguyen

    C++ Course Ghosts

    It is so much easy now since you can find answer to every single question. Just click on the prefixes and you will see dozens of discuss on a specific question. As long as you are determined and put in the time, there is no reason not to complete it on time.
  129. Andy Nguyen

    Stanford MCF and Yale AM

    Good questions. Placement should be available on their website. All top MFE programs publish it. If not it is a question why. Another place to look for them is the rankings. Currently I don’t know any rankings have them. You can see how different programs prepare you for different roles by...
  130. Andy Nguyen

    Stanford MCF and Yale AM

    What do you like to know about them? They are not your traditional MFE programs so the audience for them here is smaller but growing. There is an increase in interest about them so we can see if we can get more info and data here specifically Yale AM.
  131. Andy Nguyen

    Suggestion for Stochastic Calculus

    There is a Discord study group for members here you can join. @MikeLawrence ?
  132. Andy Nguyen

    Are the course videos when the 16 weeks are over?

    You have indefinite access to the course materials and forums once you enroll. The 16 weeks limit is for the certificate eligibility and TA support only. Hope this helps and please let us know if you have any question.
  133. Andy Nguyen

    Possible to get into MFE 2025?

    They can email the program’s director and put in a word for you.
  134. Andy Nguyen

    Possible to get into MFE 2025?

    Getting great personal referral from Baruch MFE alumni will carry great weight so use it to your advantage.
  135. Andy Nguyen

    From PhD in combustion engineering to Finance

    WorldQuant is an option.
  136. Andy Nguyen

    Most flexible quant programs?

    It's new and I don't see any discussion on it. CMU MSCF used to have a dual degree of MSCF/MBA. I guess there is a demand for more development skills in finance with all the growing AI trend.
  137. Andy Nguyen

    Seeking advice on prerequistes for MFE and Ms application prep

    You should be able to send him a private convo. Click on his username and Start Conversation.
  138. Andy Nguyen

    Help me choose Master's major (ML vs Operations Research)

    When I tag him with @, he will get a notification to the post here. You can also click on his username for a dedicated thread AMA (Ask Me Anything) which he started and has plenty of insights and wisdom. The longer you stay here and read, the more you will learn. Welcome to QuantNet and the...
  139. Andy Nguyen

    Help me choose Master's major (ML vs Operations Research)

    Pinging @Igna who can give you insights into QR roles and skillset needed.
  140. Andy Nguyen

    Wish list for QuantNet 2023 and beyond

    Certainly possible when we revamp the layout a bit. Right now, it's a lot of data stretching the table width and I think there is better way to represent the data.
  141. Andy Nguyen

    How to fund MFE degree?

    The data on scholarship/aid offered by different programs should be more public. I think it attracts more applicants whose cost is one of the top criteria. Without the data, people will just look at the sticker price and decide not to apply which is a big loss for everyone. I did reach out to...
  142. Andy Nguyen

    C++ Online Certificate Students' intro thread

    @Johnny Chiang @rshamananow @CestLaVie @miguo @jyotirmaik @mreyrosa @D_KACHHARA @Yildiz Welcome to the course. It would be great if you can add how you came to learn about our C++ courses in your intro. That would help us make our courses better. Thanks so much.
  143. Andy Nguyen

    Wish list for QuantNet 2023 and beyond

    I have some idea but need a way to implement them so I can build and scale it quickly. There aren't many great rankings around, are they?
  144. Andy Nguyen

    How to fund MFE degree?

    Unless your family is wealthy, most people take out loan to attend these programs, unfortunately. It's very expensive to do these MFE programs, specially if you go study in NYC, CA or most big cities really. Tuition and cost are a big factor on where many students decide to go. Some pick...
  145. Andy Nguyen

    Wish list for QuantNet 2023 and beyond

    I am thinking of a new layout for our popular ranking page to encourage people to explore more and hang around a bit longer.
  146. Andy Nguyen

    Question Regarding Education For Quant/Quant Trader/Quant Research

    Thread 'I'm a senior buy side quant researcher. AMA' I'm a senior buy side quant researcher. AMA
  147. Andy Nguyen

    MFE after 8 years of work experience in financial markets

    From my experience seeing my classmates working FT and taking the PT courses at night, it's tough but it's an individual challenge many overcome. They may learn better than the FT students because they are motivated and they can see how applicable the materials applied to their work. Some...
  148. Andy Nguyen

    MFE after 8 years of work experience in financial markets

    There is a reason for this. Many programs are flooded with applicants with high GPA/GRE and short work resume, it's harder for people like you to stand out and make a case. Programs that take both full-time and part-time students are friendlier to applicants like you. I started my MFE at 30...
  149. Andy Nguyen

    Where C++/Python and other programming languages used in MFE programs

    This article will be updated frequently. If you are a student of the programs below, please feel free to contribute to the course name, link to the course as well as the programming used. To apply to MFE programs, you have to demonstrate a programming proficiency. Some programs are very...
  150. Andy Nguyen

    CMU MSCF MSCF is Hiring a New Executive Director!

    https://www.cmu.edu/mscf/news/2023/mscf-names-new-executive-director.html MSCF Names New Executive Director Following Rick Bryant’s June 1 retirement, the MSCF Program at Carnegie Mellon University has named Robert S. Simon as its new Executive Director. Robert graduated from Carnegie Mellon...
  151. Andy Nguyen

    Pacing & Complexity of the Course

    Thread 'Video Tip' Video Tip
  152. Andy Nguyen

    Pacing & Complexity of the Course

    There is an extension for Chrome that change the playback speed. Let me know what your browser and OS and I can check.
  153. Andy Nguyen

    MFE after 8 years of work experience in financial markets

    Your experience is welcome and appreciated in many programs. Dont overthink.
  154. Andy Nguyen

    COMPARE A hard decision: UCL CF vs Imperial MathFin

    Nice. I think @TheCheshireCat is going to Imperial as well according to the Tracker.
  155. Andy Nguyen

    2023 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    In the upcoming 2023 Risk.net ranking of quant master programs, the top 3 programs (#1 Baruch, #2 Princeton, # Berkeley) are identical to the 2023 QuantNet rankings which was released in Dec 2022. Even when using a different methodology, their top 3 results are the same as our rankings. It would...
  156. Andy Nguyen

    The most selective MFE, quant master programs in the U.S.

    Of course. They will be compiled and published in due time.
  157. Andy Nguyen

    2023 MFE Admissions Roll Call

    Can you please share your timelines at those programs on our Tracker?
  158. Andy Nguyen

    FRTB SA discussion

    Have you seen Risk Management Resources We have @Ken Abbott here who is an expert in this space.
  159. Andy Nguyen

    The most selective MFE, quant master programs in the U.S.

    See how Princeton's admission stats and acceptance rates change over time https://quantnet.com/resources/princeton-university-master-in-finance-program.6/field?field=admissions
  160. Andy Nguyen

    Columbia MFE Columbia MFE admissions results

    Any other applications elsewhere? What is the latest update?
  161. Andy Nguyen

    Wish list for QuantNet 2023 and beyond

    At some point, I would love to implement a Compare function so members can select a few programs and be able to view them side by side. See how programs stack up against each other in employment stats, admission, acceptance rate, student profiles, cost, etc.
  162. Andy Nguyen

    2023 MFE Admissions Roll Call

    Anyone with recent decisions, please update and let us know where you will end up joining if possible.
  163. Andy Nguyen

    CMU MSCF CMU MSCF Admission results

    Put it up on the Tracker or it doesn't happen :) Congrats. Big relief I guess. Hope more to come for you.
  164. Andy Nguyen

    The most selective MFE, quant master programs in the U.S.

    Many applicants are not aware of it but the yield rate is one of the most crucial factors to admission committees. If you have a reliably high yield rate, you can admit a small fraction of the applicant pool to fill the desired class size. This will result in a lower acceptance rate. On the...
  165. Andy Nguyen

    The most selective MFE, quant master programs in the U.S.

    This article has been updated in June 2024. What are the most selective MFE programs? There is no single metric that will definitely answer this question. Undergraduate GPAs, GRE scores are important indicators. But for many, the following are popular metrics of admission selectivity: acceptance...
  166. Andy Nguyen

    If you were the interviewer...

    If you can shadow them for a day at work it would be very beneficial to observe and learn a great deal. Maybe this will not happen at first but can be something as a result from your reaching out for conversations.
  167. Andy Nguyen

    Columbia MFE Columbia MFE admissions results

    Very disappointing to hear that. I know they have a lot of applications but it seems better communication would benefit. Applying to a master degree is one of the major decisions in many students life and you want to get a good first impression.
  168. Andy Nguyen

    UCLA MFE 2023 "Ask Me Anything" with the Executive Director of the UCLA Anderson MFE program

    Thank you everyone for your participation in our 2023 AMA with UCLA MFE. We look forward to the next event.
  169. Andy Nguyen

    Master Program

    Look at the QuantNet MFE rankings. Look through the Tracker and see the profiles of everyone who applied to the programs you are interested in. You will get into some programs, the question is whether it's worth joining. Lot of research needs to be done from here on out. Take your time and read...
  170. Andy Nguyen

    Finals solidarity

    This is the period when people already have their admission results (mostly) and are bracing for the new journey. We are always here and working on exciting things for QuantNet.
  171. Andy Nguyen

    NYU Tandon MFE NYU Tandon MFE admissions thread

    Congrats. Time to update the Tracker guys.
  172. Andy Nguyen

    Oxford, Imperial & LSE MCF 2023 Applications

    @rsf @kir @rambo_bong @JulQuant Can you share your application timelines on the Tracker? This way, we can see when everyone got their results. Thanks
  173. Andy Nguyen

    Is it wrong or overly ambitious to aim for a top job way down my career ?

    @MRoss probably will say to aim lower :) There are tons of opportunities out there in finance to make a good living. Aiming for those top firms may just make you more miserable. Not getting in there does not anyway make you a lesser being.
  174. Andy Nguyen

    Columbia MFE Columbia MFE admissions results

    The list of pending applications on the Tracker is looking sad. Hope those waiting get the results soon. https://quantnet.com/tracker/?program_id=2&result=pending&order=application_updated&direction=desc
  175. Andy Nguyen

    Advice from Mark Ross about Jobs

    @MRoss is great. Being able to come up with useful contents frequently is not an easy task.
  176. Andy Nguyen

    Princeton MFin Advice for Princeton MFin Applicants

    Just came across this "blast from the past". This is the kind of posts that extremely valuable for people looking to get into a specific program.
  177. Andy Nguyen

    Ways to improve my profile

    A relevant finance job or internship is much more valuable than a bunch of certificates. Lots of people collect Coursera certificates so those have much less weight these days. CFA is a huge investment in time which may not be necessary. Some programs like their applicants to do that but it's...
  178. Andy Nguyen

    What should my MFE targets be?

    You have a good profile for a college junior. Stats and CS are great major to have. As evident by your SWE internship, this sets you up nicely for a career in FAANG or related industry. To get into finance which is highly competitive, make sure your coding skills are really good. I had a CS/Math...
  179. Andy Nguyen

    Imperial RMFE

    I didn't see your Tracker so I want to see where you applied and which programs you got into. Would be great if you can add them there. What concerns you about the Imperial RMFE program? I'm not familiar with that specific program but Imperial has another Math Fin program which seems to get high...
  180. Andy Nguyen

    Imperial RMFE

    What other programs did you apply?
  181. Andy Nguyen

    Ways to improve my profile

    Reading the books will help you express better why you want to do an MFE and how you fit into the picture. They will interview you. Many programs have courses in DeFi, crypto so your experience will help. Again, there are hundreds of applicants for every program so they expect you to at least...
  182. Andy Nguyen

    Mid Career Advice: MOOC (e.g Columbia's Financial Engineering Course on Coursera) or Part-Time MFE?

    Once you got the right amount of C++ skills, say after the Quantnet C++ advanced course, you can contribute to many open source quant libraries through github. That way, you can build a profile that will lead to many opportunities. There is always good paying job for those with excellent coding...
  183. Andy Nguyen

    Ways to improve my profile

    You need a focused plan on how to strengthen and transform your profile. Research on the best programs that will accept you. Dont just apply randomly. Take math courses that these programs require. Take the C++ courses which will satisfy the programming requirement and make you hireable right...
  184. Andy Nguyen

    Mid Career Advice: MOOC (e.g Columbia's Financial Engineering Course on Coursera) or Part-Time MFE?

    Best bang for your bucks would be to take the QuantNet courses (all of them) which will make you really good C++ developer, enough Python skills to be useful on day one, and the options pricing knowledge to be able to pass quant interviews. You can't work with options pricing models without...
  185. Andy Nguyen

    New Quantnet members say hi

    Jan, Feb around that time.
  186. Andy Nguyen

    2023 MFE Admissions Roll Call

    Very impressive. You must share your profile on Tracker so people can see. Congrats and enjoy your time at Princeton.
  187. Andy Nguyen

    Princeton MFin Princeton Master in Finance admission results

    We have a new review for the Princeton MFin program, 10 years after the last one. Thanks @hardrock https://quantnet.com/resources/princeton-university-master-in-finance-program.6/reviews#resource-review-1302
  188. Andy Nguyen

    Excel at what you do

    The author has been teaching securities derivatives in the NYU Tandon MFE program since 2008. https://engineering.nyu.edu/faculty/keith-lewis
  189. Andy Nguyen

    Stanford ICME (MCF) Admission Results ?

    Congrats. Can we see your results on the Tracker?
  190. Andy Nguyen

    2023 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    And we shall make those data more accessible to everyone.
  191. Andy Nguyen

    How did you know about Quantnet

    Funny enough, I was in my second year Math PhD when I learned about MFE degree by chance. QuantNet did not exist then. The rest is history as they say.
  192. Andy Nguyen

    2023 QuantNet Rankings of Financial Engineering (MFE) Programs

    Of course, employment stats are very important and we treat them as such. We have a process with all the programs to ensure we report correctly the numbers they provide. We don't audit their numbers. We stand by the numbers we report in all of our rankings. Hopefully, in the future, this is a...
  193. Andy Nguyen

    Cambridge or lower-tier US college for quant trading/research in the US?

    If you want to work in London, go to Cambridge, otherwise it's advantageous to go to US programs. It's easier for recruiting. Firms will arrange travel, interviews, etc only for exceptional cases so applying for jobs across continents is just adding another geographical barrier. Getting into...
  194. Andy Nguyen

    Columbia MSFE Columbia MSFE Financial Economics 2023

    We have the very first review of the program. Excellent review by the way. https://quantnet.com/resources/columbia-university-financial-economics-msfe.74/reviews
  195. Andy Nguyen

    Career in quantitative finance vs data science/technology

    Thank you for sharing your amazing story and journey @ibpkpnu. You have a very unique experience in both finance and DS space, I hope you would consider doing an AMA. Would be interesting to hear more on the data science/ML/AI perspective now that ChatGPT is all the rage.
  196. Andy Nguyen

    Is there any way to get experience in the quant field without being qualified for a position?

    By the time you walk through the book with all the new members, you will know the materials by heart. Great job. @sucker for smiles take this chance. You won't get another offer as generous as Mike's.
  197. Andy Nguyen

    Is there any way to get experience in the quant field without being qualified for a position?

    Here is another one to get you started. https://quantnet.com/threads/projects-idea-for-students-going-into-quant-field.53603/
  198. Andy Nguyen

    Is there any way to get experience in the quant field without being qualified for a position?

    Join a group study with some of the members here and get some support. It is hard to do this alone without direction. @MikeLawrence @Quasar Chunawala
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