Financial Risk Management

General requirements

• Undergraduate degree:

Minimum B average required across courses in the final year but most students admitted will have a considerably higher GPA. 

• Quantitative proficiency:

Evidence of a high level of proficiency (a GPA of at least 3.0) in quantitative subjects such as calculus, linear algebra, statistics and econometrics is required. I

• Prerequisite courses:

Before the program begins in September, applicants must have completed prerequisite courses in the following areas: Foundations of Finance, Financial Accounting, Financial Derivatives, Investments.

• Two academic references

Work experience

Work experience is not required for this program.

Technological requirements

Prior to starting the program, all admitted students must complete a four-week Python for Business Course that will be offered by the Rotman School of Management. The course is to ensure everyone in the program has a minimum base level ability with Python. It will consist of two tests and a guided capstone project. The course is a beginner to moderate level. Students can expect to commit six hours to the course over four weeks. The course and capstone must be completed by the end of June.