How can I get into a MFE program

[JamesXiao]

Hey All,

I've worked as a business consultant for a couple of years and recently experienced significant burnout. Now, I'm considering a career transition into quantitative finance. I believe enrolling in a top Master's in Financial Engineering (MFE) program would be the right step.

Here are some of the skills I possess:

• Programming: I am proficient in Python, C++, SQL, and Tableau.
  • To brush up on my C++ skills, I am currently taking a course at Baruch College.
• Mathematics: I've taken advanced college courses in Probability, Linear Algebra, and Statistics.
  • These seem to meet the mathematical prerequisites for most MFE programs.
• I've spent several years day trading independently.

Despite possessing these skills, I realize my lack of relevant work experience may be a stumbling block. Therefore, I'd appreciate any advice on steps I can take to enhance my candidacy. This could include undertaking personal projects, attending data science bootcamps, and so on."


Regards,
James

 

[Andy Nguyen]

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