Job Description

A quantitative analyst or “quant” is a specialist who applies mathematical and statistical methods to financial and risk management problems. They develop and implement complex models used by firms to make financial and business decisions about issues such as investments, pricing and so on.

Typical Position Requirements

  • Strong abilities in mathematics and statistics
  • Solid skills in data mining and data analysis
  • Extensive financial knowledge
  • Programming skills

How Can I Prepare

MGT 3100 Foundations of Business Analytics

MGT 4260 Data Mining for Managerial Decision Making

Explore Elon’s M.S. in Business Analytics

Explore Economics, Finance and Accounting courses depending on your quantitative interests