B.S. in financial technology,
concentration in financial engineering
The B.S. in Financial Technology equips students with the quantitative skills needed to analyze and manage financial risk in an increasingly complex and data-driven industry. This interdisciplinary program integrates mathematics, statistics, finance and programming to develop expertise in financial modeling, risk assessment and quantitative decision-making.
The financial engineering concentration focuses on advanced financial modeling, risk management and quantitative trading. Students learn to apply mathematical and computational techniques to areas such as derivatives, securities pricing, hedging strategies, arbitrage and asset/liability management. This concentration prepares students for both industry roles and advanced graduate study in financial engineering, mathematical finance and related fields.
Curriculum
We take a different approach than other schools by offering two tracks that represent high-demand skills in the finance field:
- Actuarial science: Prepare for the basic professional examinations and continued study in actuarial science.
- Financial engineering: Specialize in derivative instruments, securities, hedging, financial risk assessment, quantitative trading and asset/liability management.
Students in the financial engineering concentration take courses in finance, mathematics, statistics and programming.
Our curriculum focuses on:
- Derivative instruments and securities pricing
- Risk assessment and hedging strategies
- Quantitative trading and arbitrage
- Asset and liability management
- Financial risk modeling
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Analyze and interpret financial data to make informed decisions.
- Develop and apply mathematical models for pricing and managing financial risk.
- Clearly communicate quantitative and ethical dimensions of financial problems and solutions.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a financial engineering concentration are prepared for careers in financial modeling, risk assessment and data-driven decision-making. They may work in areas such as securities pricing, quantitative trading, risk management, hedging strategies and asset/liability management. Opportunities also exist in banking, investment firms, hedge funds and financial technology.
With strong demand for professionals skilled in quantitative analysis and financial risk modeling, this program provides a competitive edge for students pursuing careers in financial engineering and financial technology.
Potential career paths include:
- Financial Engineer
- Risk Analyst
- Quantitative Trader
- Investment Analyst
- Hedge Fund Analyst
- Securities and Derivatives Analyst