How can I improve my profile?

[AnAspiringQuant]

Hi guys I'm a third-year student who is set to graduate in July. I would like to know 1) How good my profile is and 2) How I could improve my profile.

Nationality: UK
Course: Mathematics with finance and econ
Grade: 67% so far, a high 2:1 (so a 3.7 GPA in US terms if what I'm reading is correct)
Relevant modules: Differential equations, Linear algebra, probability and statistics, corporate finance, thesis on Quantum mechanics and differential equations.
Work Exp: Internship doing internal auditing at an insurance firm, and then the typical part-time retail job

Target schools: Warwick, Oxford, Imperial, Baruch

 

[Daniel Duffy]

Can you program in C++, Python ..

 

[KiwiEngineer]

Do you go to City?

 

[AnAspiringQuant]

Can you program in C++, Python ..

I've made the attempt in the past to learn however I always get stuck after the initial stage. Do you have any good resources for studying programming?

 

[AnAspiringQuant]

Do you go to City?

Yes

 

[KiwiEngineer]

Yes

Cool, I go to UCL and have a couple friends who go to City. Are you gonna take a gap year and apply next year then?

 

[Daniel Duffy]

I've made the attempt in the past to learn however I always get stuck after the initial stage. Do you have any good resources for studying programming?

Absolutely! I've originated this course exactly for you
best on planet + great TA support.

C++ Programming for Financial Engineering

The premier C++ course tailored for individuals pursuing quantitative masters degrees, covering essential topics and applications in quantitative finance. - Recommended by admission officers from top MFE programs

quantnet.com

@APalley

 

[AnAspiringQuant]

Cool, I go to UCL and have a couple friends who go to City. Are you gonna take a gap year and apply next year then?

Yes basically. I'm applying to some graduate roles currently and over the next year or two I'm going to work on projects to enhance my skillset so I become more competitive for masters applications.

 

[AnAspiringQuant]

Absolutely! I've originated this course exactly for you
best on planet + great TA support.

C++ Programming for Financial Engineering

The premier C++ course tailored for individuals pursuing quantitative masters degrees, covering essential topics and applications in quantitative finance. - Recommended by admission officers from top MFE programs

quantnet.com

@APalley

That looks good. I'll probably do that after my exams in May and June.

 

[Daniel Duffy]

If I were a student this course would be a priority. I'm a bit biased.