Master in Financial Maths: Research, Schools & Employability

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The discussion centers on the pursuit of a Master's in Financial Mathematics, with a focus on employability, school options, and income potential compared to engineering mathematics. The individual is nearing graduation with a background in Applied Mathematics and Statistics and is particularly interested in modeling and mathematical applications. Key concerns include the current job market for financial math graduates, the best institutions offering this degree—highlighting schools like NYU, TAMU, UT Austin, Chicago, Stanford, UI Chicago, and BU—and the financial implications of choosing between engineering math and financial math. The individual is also preparing for GRE exams and is interested in working overseas while enjoying a passion for mathematics. Recommendations include exploring forums like wilmott.com for insights from quantitative finance professionals.
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Financial Maths??

I am soon graduating and researching about different degrees in different school.
At this time, I am looking at Master in Financial Mathematics. I have found some schools that offer such degree. Degree's description from Stanford and U of Chicago are really interesting me. Now, my concerns are that
1) How is the employability Master in Financial Maths in recent market?
2) What are the good schools that offer such degree?
3) Should I choose engineering Maths or financial Maths from income aspect?
Here is the list of school that I know of offering such degree.
Name of School
NYU
TAMU
UT Austin
Chicago
Stanford
UI Chicago
BU

Brief Information about myself
Applied Maths and Statistic Major, expect to graduate in spring 2007. My major interest would me modeling and application of Maths. GRE and GRE subject test have not been taken. I wish to live in large city again. I am currently taking macroeconomic and microeconomic to extend my business aspect. I wish to work oversea within few years because I love to travel. Last, I just love to do math.
Any opinion is truly appreciated.
 
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Check out the forums at wilmott.com. Lots of quants there.
 
nmtim said:
Check out the forums at wilmott.com. Lots of quants there.
thanks lots, this is what i need.
 
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