University of Minnesota
School of Mathematics
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Master of Financial Mathematics

 

Where students consider their options and plan their futures!

 
The Master of Financial Mathematics (MFM) program offers you
  • A high quality theoretical and applied curriculum
  • Dedicated faculty from the University and adjunct professors from industry
  • On-going individualized career development and coaching
  • A strong record of internship and job placements

Are you pursuing a career in quantitative finance, with an interest in learning more of the underlying mathematics? Are you interested in mathematics with an eye toward starting a career in quantitative finance? The MFM program may be for you!

The degree is called Master of Financial Mathematics and involves significant mathematical content that is typically not the focus of an MBA program. The MFM program offers a range of courses, from theoretical to practical, including

MFM courses are offered in the evenings to accommodate working professionals who are part-time students. A full-time student with a good undergraduate background in mathematics has the possibility of graduating in one-year; several of our students have done exactly that.

We also offer a post-baccalaureate certificate called Fundamentals of Quantitative Finance (FQF) which is designed so that most students will complete it in one year.

Questions? Try looking at the extensive MFM FAQ page or contacting us.

Events

MCFAM Distinguished Lecture Series Inaugural Year - Dr. Marco Avellaneda, "Quantitative Hedge Fund Strategies: Myths and Realities", March 30, Vincent Hall 16 at 5:30 p.m.

News and information

On September 28 MCFAM will be holding a career fair for Financial Math and Actuarial students. Stay tuned for more details.
Thanks to The Travelers Companies, Inc., to Alternative Strategy Advisers and to Allianz Life for their offers of financial support. We are very grateful.
Our program has been designated a Professional Science Master's program.
Professional Science Master's

 

Address: 127 Vincent Hall, 206 Church St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455     Phone: 612-625-2004     Contact the School of Math