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Overview
It provides the analytical tools to solve practical problems in the complex and rapidly evolving world of today's financial industry.
Graduates from the Master of Quantitative Finance from University of Waterloo are equipped for positions with financial institutions, corporations and government regulatory organizations.
Careers include:
- financial engineers in model vetting and risk compliance
- analysts in portfolio credit risk, market risk, investment banking and audit
- asset mix and portfolio managers
- a range of positions requiring advanced skills in quantitative finance
Programme Structure
Thesis option- This option is appropriate for students who are interested in research and/or pursuing a PhD.
- In addition to the thesis, this option requires a minimum of four courses including Finance 1 and 2 and two other courses selected in consultation with their faculty advisor.
- Students elect to do the thesis option during their first term in the program, when they also must choose an advisor.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 100
Credits
45 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Finance Financial Mathematics View 88 other Masters in Finance in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- An overall 80% average from a Canadian University (or its equivalent).
- A four-year honour's Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a strong background in quantitative methods. Such a background may be in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, computer science, economics, engineering, physics, provided there is a strong component of high level mathematics in the program. Strong communication skills are also highly desirable.
- An interview and diagnostic test may be required.
- Three references, at least two academic
- Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable. TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)
Tuition Fee
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International
15392 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7696 AUD per semester during 24 months. -
National
4508 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2254 AUD per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for Waterloo
810 - 1447 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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