Programs Financial Mathematics Phd Prerequisites

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To pursue a PhD in Financial Mathematics or actuarial science, candidates typically need a strong background in mathematics, statistics, and economics, including courses like multivariable calculus and continuous statistics. A foundational understanding of real analysis is also recommended, as it is relevant for advanced economic studies. Actuarial science generally does not require a PhD, as it focuses on obtaining a bachelor's degree and passing a series of professional exams. Quants often come from math graduate programs or specialize in financial mathematics, necessitating a solid grasp of analysis and linear algebra. Collaboration opportunities in financial planning are also being sought within the field.
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There seems to be a lot of info out there (on the web) on the pay packets for Quants/Actuaries however there isn't enough info on what sort background is required to get into a Financial Maths/actuarial phd program.

What sorts of undergrad degrees would someone "typically" have when they apply into these courses?

What specific area of math/finance/stats would be of the most importance?
 
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Commerce, economics, statistics, or mathematics. Some schools even have an econ/math specialist.

You would need the first two years of all math/statistics/economics courses, ie. things like multivariable calculus, continuous statistics, macro & micro economics. Then take a bunch of junior/senior courses in your specialty. I would personally recommend you have a weak real analysis course too, as this comes up in advanced economics. You don't need the level of rudin; any applied real variables course should suffice.

Actuarial science is a separate field from most business programs and doesn't usually require a PhD. You get a bachelors, and do a series of exams which typically last for ~10 years instead of doing graduate schools. Quants are usually just math grad students or people who specialized in financial mathematics.
 
If you're getting a financial math degree you'll start off in a grad level measure theory class with the rest of the incoming math grad students so you'll want to have a really strong foundation in analysis and linear algebra.
 
I have just started doing work in the field of financial mathematics, Is there anyone who can help or Colaborate with us we are interested in financial planing.
 
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