Yale Asset Management Admission Discussion

[MikeLawrence]

4% acceptance rate

Sure, but the curriculum looks weird.
They lean into Yale's theorists, I count maybe four courses that are somewhat quantitative. Very selective, but that seems to be the biggest 'wow' factor that I can see.

Their last cohort had 19% dual-degree MBA students, which is a further tell on who the program is catering to. Last year, they had almost as many graduates enter private wealth management and private equity as they had buy side or sell side research (12.2/15.2). It's 'stem' but I'm not sure it's for quants.

 

[Lukee]

Sure, but the curriculum looks weird.
They lean into Yale's theorists, I count maybe four courses that are somewhat quantitative. Very selective, but that seems to be the biggest 'wow' factor that I can see.

Their last cohort had 19% dual-degree MBA students, which is a further tell on who the program is catering to. Last year, they had almost as many graduates enter private wealth management and private equity as they had buy side or sell side research (12.2/15.2). It's 'stem' but I'm not sure it's for quants.

I agree with pretty much everything you said but I think its also worth mentioning that their curriculum is flexible for students that want a more quant focused education . From their website:
“In addition, students may substitute a suitable graduate course in Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics & Data Science with prior approval from the faculty director”

 

[quantmage]

Yeah the name of the program implies it is not necessarily quant focused. However that could be a positive as there will be more attention/less competition for the smaller group of students that decide to focus on quant. Unclear how employers currently view the program, but at least there's a large AQR presence in the program. Undecided as to whether or not I will attend, will definitely have to talk to quant focused students.

 

[ADW]

Hello,

I recently applied for Yale asset management for fall 2025 program, just a few days before the deadline. I am still confused on who receives interview ? I haven’t heard back anything.

 

[TradingFinance]

Nothing yet

 

[ADW]

Hello,

Any updates ?

 

[Andy Nguyen]

Hello,

Any updates ?

You should add your applications to the Tracker to attract more discussion and updates.

Tracker

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[determinedquant]

Got an interview last week

 

[Strangerquant]

Got an interview last week

How’s the questions like? Anything to prepare-technical side? How did it go for you? Who conducted the interview? Any advice or suggestions for ppl looking forward for the interview? Thanks in advance, cheers!

 

[Strangerquant]

Anyone who got the interview call (2025), please share your experiences if possible, thankyou, cheers!

 

[ADW]

Anyone who got the interview call (2025), please share your experiences if possible, thankyou, cheers!

Did you also receive the interview?

 

[Strangerquant]

Did you also receive the interview?

Nop, still waiting

 

[Strangerquant]

Anyone who got the interview call (2025), please share your experiences if possible, thankyou, cheers!

 

[JLabko]

Received an invite for the interview as of today(also received an email for additional information a week ago that I replied to).
Completed a Yale MBA interview today; it wasn't all that much & just focused on learning a bit more about my experiences & post-grad goals, though can't say if MAM will be the same.

 

[andrew_mclaughlin]

Anyone who got the interview call (2025), please share your experiences if possible, thankyou, cheers!

I interviewed and was accepted into the Yale MBA program in R1. My backup plan, if a quant program failed, was a dual MBA and Master of Asset Management. My experience with the MBA interview echos above. Very focused on experiences and career goals; however, MAM has a different target demographic focusing on undergrads or early professionals much younger in their careers. I would say the MAM interview will be more geared toward how you approached getting a job or internship, long term career goals, and ability to hold a conversation. Be able to articulate your story, why Yale, and why this program very well. Good luck!

 

[Strangerquant]

I interviewed and was accepted into the Yale MBA program in R1. My backup plan, if a quant program failed, was a dual MBA and Master of Asset Management. My experience with the MBA interview echos above. Very focused on experiences and career goals; however, MAM has a different target demographic focusing on undergrads or early professionals much younger in their careers. I would say the MAM interview will be more geared toward how you approached getting a job or internship, long term career goals, and ability to hold a conversation. Be able to articulate your story, why Yale, and why this program very well. Good luck!

Thank you so much for sharing your experience, it is truly helpful.

 

[Strangerquant]

Received an invite for the interview as of today(also received an email for additional information a week ago that I replied to).
Completed a Yale MBA interview today; it wasn't all that much & just focused on learning a bit more about my experiences & post-grad goals, though can't say if MAM will be the same.

Thank you so much for sharing your experience.

 

[ADW]

Has anyone else heard back for MAM interviews ?

 

[finbcy]

Have not heard back yet. Did anyone get anything today?

 

[ADW]

nothing yet