MS in Mathematical Finance & Financial Technology

Get ready for a rigorous program that takes you to the cutting edge of financial engineering.

Get ready for a rigorous program that takes you to the cutting edge of financial engineering.

If you are passionate about quantitative finance, financial technology, statistics, data analysis, and programming, and you have the determination to take on a demanding curriculum, the Master of Science in Mathematical Finance & Financial Technology (MSMFT) is meant for you. Whether your sights are set on working in financial technology, financial data analysis, financial engineering, risk management, asset management, or quantitative analytics, you will have what it takes to succeed.

Cutting-Edge Curriculum

The three-semester program takes you to the cutting edge of financial engineering. The curriculum starts with tools such as stochastic calculus, derivatives, or computational methods necessary in most aspects of our fields

Customizable for Your Career

It then lets you explore your special interests, be it quantitative portfolio or risk management, fixed income or equity, You will be exposed to the latest techniques use in financial technology and statistical data analysis. You can explore exciting new frontiers such as machine learning and algorithmic trading.

Expert Faculty

You will be guided by faculty members, world-renowned authorities in the subject areas comprising the curriculum, to develop a skill set that will set you apart in the highly competitive quantitative finance and fintech job markets.

Your Career is our Top Priority

Everyone attends the mandatory course, MF 610: Mathematical Finance Career Management. The weekly Friday session includes resume, interview, and coding training, presentations by quantitative finance leaders, many of which regularly hire our students. In addition, the Team; the Executive Director, the Associate Director for industry relations, our quantitative interview skills coach and our soft skills coaches follows you every step of the interview process. Advice is available for course choice, comparing multiple job offers, and more.

A collaborative, impact-driven community.

MSMFT students hail from around the globe, but they have one thing in common—drive! They are all diligent students, eager to learn, grow, and change the world. Meet a few of our students.

Connect with a Student

Don’t just take our word for it—our MSMFT Admissions Ambassadors are around to chat via email, on the phone, or virtually about what being an MSMFT student at the Questrom School of Business is really like.

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Leon Zhang

MS in Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology

Algorithm Engineer, Huatai Securities Co., Ltd. – Investment Research Center

Robert Xu View Profile
Robert Xu

MS in Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology

Quantitative Analyst, Citi

Romae Smith View Profile
Romae Smith

MS in Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology

Quantitative Research Analyst, Systematic Equity Team

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Justin Dominiczak

MS in Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology

Director, Revenue Operations and Analysis, VideoAmp

Class Profile

You won’t just leave Questrom with the tools to thrive in the field—you’ll leave with a lifelong network, too. Look at the backgrounds of students in the MSMFT program and you’ll find a wide range of experience—from nationality to undergraduate study to professional work.

Location is Everything

It’s in our name. And in our DNA. Our city is a national hub of innovation. And a major financial center. And that’s just the beginning. Boston offers unparalleled research, culture, entertainment, and history. Come here and you’ll get a top-ranked  program with direct access to the vibrant Boston business community, leading companies …and a whole lot more. Ready to experience all that Boston has to offer? You’ll find everything you need to know about on-campus housing on BU’s Housing website. Or, check out this guide with tips on finding off-campus housing nearby.

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Ready to Apply?

Ready to apply? Follow the link to learn more about the application process. Once you’ve submitted your materials, we’ll start the review process. We’re happy to answer your questions along the way.

Application Deadlines

  • Round 1: November 20, 2024
  • Round 2: February 12, 2025
  • Round 3: April 4, 2025

Rolling admissions will be on a space available basis after the 4/4/25 deadline