quant jobs with only BA/BS?

[brycha]

How possible is it to obtain quant jobs with only a BS/BA degree in a quant subject (math, cs, physics etc) from an elite US university and no graduate degree in MFE?

Thanks.

 

[Andy Nguyen]

Now, it's close to impossible. You may get some entry level job first and try to move into more quantish roles later. Keep in mind that you not only compete with MFE/PhD types, you also compete with experienced Wall Streeters from this massive layoff wave.

 

[sameer]

Hi there. It's possible but very unlikely. Essentially if you really stood out -- great school, great GPA, great test scores, possible Math/Physics Olympiad winner, etc. then someone may give you a shot. Places like DE Shaw will always be open to someone that is the top of the top regardless of actual background. The other angle that could work for you would be to connect with small (especially ones that are just starting up) shops -- they might be willing to give you a shot. Also, if you have strong programming, that will help. To put it another way, and I say this respectfully, a lack of programming skills will almost always work against you.

Hope this helps. Please feel free to ask questions.

Sameer

 

[IlyaKEightSix]

Look into financial technology firms.

 

[kelvin]

I agree with Andy, in 2005-2006, it's possible, but for now, it's really hard