Overview

From its home in New York City, the epicenter of the financial world, the Master of Science in Mathematics in Finance program at NYU’s Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences is a world leader in pragmatic development of the next generation of quants and financial data scientists. Our courses are developed, designed, and innovated to give the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in the highly competitive, highly dynamic financial industry. A cornerstone of the training our students receive is the real-time, real-world experience and insight that only the best financial professionals can provide. That’s why the vast majority of our instructors are also working industry professionals, many of whom hold VP, executive, or managerial positions at some of the world’s leading financial institutions. Our Office of Career Services is committed to helping our students discover, apply and interview for, and ultimately land internship and full-time positions in the financial industry. Our resources and services include: ■ Individual and group sessions with career coaches ■ Resume guidance, workshops, and mock interviews ■ Recruitment events with world-renowned employers ■ Alumni panel discussions, networking events and meet-ups ■ Access to a vast network of professionals in the financial industry and elsewhere Our students graduate with the background, capabilities, and connections to stand apart in the job market. Having built upon already-solid foundations in applied mathematics and quantitative finance, they hold the technical acumen, quantitative expertise, and creative flexibility to quickly become the most capable quants in any room.