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Hey Andy,
I am currently in my 4th year studying Btech in Computer Engineering in India planning to apply for fall 2026 intake my overall GPA till 6th semester is 8.03/10 and my math courses grades are a bit low- Calculus-D-4/10,Linear algebra-A+-9/10 and Statistics-A-8/10. I am currently interning at a Startup as a Quantitative Developer and i have worked as a Research intern in my College but that was not finance related and i plan to take GRE and TOEFL soon.I want to offset my low math grade and make my profile stronger so i am doing my capstone project a bit more math related and for which i will try to write and publish a research paper as well.Other than that I plan to take Gre math test and also courses like Mathematical Methods for Quantitative Finance(idk which other courses to take) I want advice as to what can i do to make my chances of getting accepted higher.My only concern is my low calculus grades.I'd love to hear your inputs and suggestions for my profile.Thank You!
I am currently in my 4th year studying Btech in Computer Engineering in India planning to apply for fall 2026 intake my overall GPA till 6th semester is 8.03/10 and my math courses grades are a bit low- Calculus-D-4/10,Linear algebra-A+-9/10 and Statistics-A-8/10. I am currently interning at a Startup as a Quantitative Developer and i have worked as a Research intern in my College but that was not finance related and i plan to take GRE and TOEFL soon.I want to offset my low math grade and make my profile stronger so i am doing my capstone project a bit more math related and for which i will try to write and publish a research paper as well.Other than that I plan to take Gre math test and also courses like Mathematical Methods for Quantitative Finance(idk which other courses to take) I want advice as to what can i do to make my chances of getting accepted higher.My only concern is my low calculus grades.I'd love to hear your inputs and suggestions for my profile.Thank You!
Hi Andy,
I’m interested in pursuing an MFE and would value your perspective. My background: BA in Economics from the University of Washington, MBA from a non-target, 7 years of part-time military service, and 6+ years in the tech/financial space. Most recently, I’ve spent 3 years at a financial services company as a Product Manager on the Data team, building internal APIs and risk/data products.
I feel I’ve plateaued in product/risk roles, and believe an MFE would accelerate my pivot into quant finance or algo PM roles with stronger long-term growth. To prepare, I’m taking math (calculus, linear algebra, probability) and programming (Python, C++) part-time through UC Extension.
My concern is my non-STEM undergrad and nontraditional work experience. Do you think my leadership and product/risk background helps or hurts my chances at a top MFE? How can I best align myself for both admissions and careers afterward?
I’m interested in pursuing an MFE and would value your perspective. My background: BA in Economics from the University of Washington, MBA from a non-target, 7 years of part-time military service, and 6+ years in the tech/financial space. Most recently, I’ve spent 3 years at a financial services company as a Product Manager on the Data team, building internal APIs and risk/data products.
I feel I’ve plateaued in product/risk roles, and believe an MFE would accelerate my pivot into quant finance or algo PM roles with stronger long-term growth. To prepare, I’m taking math (calculus, linear algebra, probability) and programming (Python, C++) part-time through UC Extension.
My concern is my non-STEM undergrad and nontraditional work experience. Do you think my leadership and product/risk background helps or hurts my chances at a top MFE? How can I best align myself for both admissions and careers afterward?
Hi Andy,
I was wondering your thoughts on leveraging a Quant Masters program for more fundamental investing (whether L/S, PE, quantamental, etc.). I recently started a MS program, and want to stay on top of recruiting (especially since most MS/undergrad roles are closing or past the deadline, and I'm probably underqualified for MBA roles). I'm already on the CFA path & hoping to get involved with my school's FinTech & Investment Research programs - just trying to figure out the best way to get into (ideally) buy-side fundamental roles or adjacent.
I was wondering your thoughts on leveraging a Quant Masters program for more fundamental investing (whether L/S, PE, quantamental, etc.). I recently started a MS program, and want to stay on top of recruiting (especially since most MS/undergrad roles are closing or past the deadline, and I'm probably underqualified for MBA roles). I'm already on the CFA path & hoping to get involved with my school's FinTech & Investment Research programs - just trying to figure out the best way to get into (ideally) buy-side fundamental roles or adjacent.
What do you think is the best way to transition to try to become a quant trader, coming from a bachelor's degree in finance?