Master of Science [M.S] [Quantitative Financial Economics] From Duke University

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Master of Science [M.S] (Quantitative Financial Economics)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

₹51.9 L/Yr

$62,620 /Yr
  • The MSc in the Quantitative Financial Economics program at Duke University is a duration of 2 years.
  • This program is offered on a full-time basis.
  •  The program can be completed in either three or four semesters. 
    Some of the main courses students go through in this program are:
    • Financial Markets & Investments
    • Forecasting Financial Markets 
    • Financial Econometrics
    • Empirical Asset Pricing
    • Theoretical Corporate Finance
  • Certain courses in the Departments of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science may be counted as electives towards the 30-credit requirement with advance approval; however, students must complete a minimum of 24 credits in Department of Economics courses.
  • Per Graduate School policy, to count toward the 30-credit requirement, all courses must be at the 500 level or above. 
  • Throughout their participation in the program, students compile a portfolio that tracks their academic growth and showcases their accomplishments.
  • The portfolio is composed of research papers, presentations, and other professional documents. It serves as a valuable tool for applying both to jobs and doctoral programs.
  • The Graduation rate of Duke University is 95%
  • The acceptance rate of Duke University is 9%.

Important Dates

MQFE is not accepting applications for 2022

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees₹5190572 (USD 62620)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing₹862388
Board₹276024
Transportation₹137266
Total Cost₹1379539
Health Insurance₹103861

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility: 

  • Students must have a  bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution to get admission in this program.
  • Students required an average grade of 3.2.

Language Requirments:

  • Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores. 

Scores Required

7.0 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

315 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE updated


Required Document List

The following Documents are required to attend this program:

  • Statement of Purpose: An essay or other written statement written by the student.
  • Resume/CV: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
  • Sample of written work: Student has to write something interesting as their sample essay in the application form.
  • Statement of Interest: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Three confidential letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics, and that references should submit along with the application system.
  • Tests Score statement: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like  IELTSTOEFL.

Ranking

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Economics 25 out of 1502 in Global Ranking

Career and Placement after Course

After completing this program, students have the following job opportunities:

  • Risk Management Analyst
  • Capital Market Analyst
  • Financial Market and Treasury Analyst
  • Financial Communication, Strategic Partnerships
  • Corporate Sales Analyst
  • Economic and Investment Strategy Advisor

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
VueVille Future Technology ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 82,890/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Young Professionals ProgramScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Prodigy Finance-GyanDhan ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 2.1 L/Yr$2,500Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 82,890/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Aga khan Foundation ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Axol Science ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 1.7 L/Yr$2,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCompany-Sponsored


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