Program Overview

Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy

The Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy at Chulalongkorn University offers a Master's degree in Financial Engineering (MFE), an interdisciplinary program that provides rigorous technical training for students planning to pursue leading positions in risk management, regulatory bodies, funds, investment banks, commercial banks, financial software companies, and other firms worldwide.

Program Overview

The MFE program is designed to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge in applied mathematics, complemented by a strong foundation in finance. This combination provides graduates with a competitive advantage in pursuing successful careers in finance. The program is offered in both full-time and part-time formats, with a variety of theoretical and practical courses.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the MFE program are hired by leading firms in areas such as risk management, portfolio management, trading, financial modeling and programming, derivative pricing and structuring, actuarial science, and consulting. Some alumni pursue doctoral studies at world-class universities or work for companies abroad. Possible careers include:

• Actuaries
• Financial Modelers
• Financial Programmers
• Quant Analysts
• Quant Traders
• Portfolio Managers
• Risk Managers

Admission

The MFE program seeks applicants with strong quantitative skills and computer programming experience who are interested in complex financial markets and instruments. Preferred qualifications include:

• A Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in quantitative fields (e.g., Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, and Finance).
• Post-university work experience in financial fields.
• Exposure to computer programming (e.g., C, C++), mathematical tools (e.g., Matlab, Mathematica), and statistical applications (e.g., SAS, RATS, S-Plus, R).
• A strong quantitative background, including linear algebra, multivariate calculus, differential equations, numerical analysis, and advanced statistics and probability.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication.

Program Structure

The MFE program is run on a trimester basis, with each trimester lasting four months. The program offers both full-time and flexible (part-time) study options, with all courses taught in English. The full-time program has two options: Plan A (Thesis track) and Plan B (Special Project Track), while the flexible program only offers Plan B.

Full-time vs. Flexible Program

Students can choose the study program that suits them best. The full-time program is designed as a 1-year program, while the flexible program spans 2 years, with students registering for fewer courses per term. Classes in both programs meet on weekdays in the evening or on weekends.

Special Project vs. Thesis

The unique curriculum culminates in students developing their Special Projects. Alternatively, students who wish to produce more academically intensive works can opt for a Thesis instead of a Special Project.

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