COMPARE New York University MSMF vs Georgia Institute of Technology QCF

[kgeg]

I applied to Georgia's QCF program, and was planning on applying to NYU Courant's financial math program. However, when reassessing the rankings and characteristics of each program, I'm wondering if I should even apply at all, and if Georgia Tech is a better choice.
- They have similar post-grad salaries
- Georgia is cheaper
- For some reason NYU schools both have a pretty low employment rate (which I am confused about)
- The only disadvantage that seemingly pops out is the cohort size (larger at Georgia) and location for obvious reasons.
Am i missing something? I am quite new to looking at these programs and was looking on some historical insight. Thanks!

 

[Michael CQF]

If you can take any MFE with good reputation, go for it

CQF is good, and acknowledged the knowledge it try to cover is board and much deeper than CFA and FRM

However, it is still not enoough to equip with knowledge to find a job in street. The 6 month part time is far from enough to get basic skills and kwowledge.

However, it help to build foundation block to take MFE,

 

[gunsslashroses]

In the same boat. Talked to a few GT MSQCF alum who confirmed that the GT placement stats are quite true. Couldn't connect with anyone from NYU. Did you make a decision?

 

[kgeg]

@gunsslashroses I ended up going with my gut and just staying with Georgia

 

[Andy Nguyen]

Reach out to recent graduates of both programs on here or LinkedIn to hear what they say. If most of them is happy with the quality of the program, career services and getting relevant jobs, then it is worth attending.

 

[Bobby Jia]

gt for sure