Master of Quantitative Finance
Combining technical financial sophistication with strong business knowledge
Credit Hours
45
1.5
Years (Avg)
Program Type
In-Person
We understand the toolbox required of a quant—math, statistics, coding, stochastic processes, numerical methods technical writing, data, AI and good communications skills.
The Rutgers Master of Quantitative Finance Program is a unique and exciting degree program designed to prepare you for employment in this interdisciplinary, technologically sophisticated, specialized field.
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Industry Demand
The demand for quants is coming from beyond the banking industry. Asset managers, exchanges, software providers, regulators and others market participants are looking to add to their technical capabilities. The jobs involve skills required to calculate risk in a portfolio, predict commodity prices, price mortgage-backed securities, create algorithmic trading strategies, develop and validate models for risk capital measurement and regulatory compliance.
A Modern Approach to Career Management
A dedicated career manager. A career management and development course. Internships, networking, career fairs, experiential learning, case competitions. It's all part of our commitment to make our students job ready.
STEM Designated
The Master of Quantitative Finance program qualifies as a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field for international students that are considering Optional Practical Training (OPT).
More information about OPT and STEM is available at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Learn more about the admissions process including the application checklist and tuition & fees information by visiting our admissions page.
Student & Alumni Voices
I chose Rutgers Business School for the range and diversity of the curriculum. Having completed the program now, I can see that the guest speakers and mentoring we received, on top of the course work, prepared us to interview well.
Prateek Bhatnagar
Risk management, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
I chose Rutgers because of its strong quantitative training and good reputation on Wall Street. One of the greatest strengths of the MQF program is its faculty, who present fundamental financial concepts precisely and clearly.
Tony Zhang
Vice President, HSBC
The proximity to New York helps you get great jobs. You get to meet a lot of professionals, speak to them, and know more about the industry. It’s a great program and you have a lot of opportunities.
Swetha Devireddy
Risk Analyst, Cowen Inc.
Questions?
Have any questions about the program? Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or feel free to schedule a time to meet with Senior Academic Program Coordinator Zach Corby.
