Antonio said:
Unfortunately - the programming classes at my institution are done with java.
I doubt they still do
C++.
That does not stop you from doing something about it. Take class at another school, buy books and learn it, intern for free during summer to learn
C++,etc.
If you manage to get in Baruch, you will be playing catch up because every assignment is done in
C++. If you manage to survive the course and graduate, you will be at a disadvantage when you compete with other MFE graduates with stronger
C++ skills. And if you manage to get a job on Wall Street, you will end up in backoffice. As you can see, I'm a big proponent for more
C++ skills. I believe it will give me more of a chance to compete.
Time is on your side and with the info you are given here, there is no excuse if you come unprepared. Remember, you will compete with Math PhD, professional programmer, people working on Wall street when it comes time to apply to Baruch next year. With all the good jobs we are doing at Baruch, I'm confident that it's only getting harder to get into Baruch's MFE program in the foreseable future.
If you are serious enough about going into MFE and applying to Baruch, do not hestitate to come back and ask questions. We prefer students who take time to learn and prepare for the program than those just wake up one day and decides to apply.
Regards,
Andy
