Master of Science in Quantitative Finance

Is there any minimum score required in the entrance tests?
No, shortlisting will be based on your overall profile.

Can I apply with multiple test scores?
Yes, you can apply with multiple entrance test scores, we shall consider the best score.

How can I opt for AMSOM-PG Test?
You can indicate your interest to opt for AMSOM-PG test in the application form.

Is there a fee for taking online AMSOM-PG Test?
No.

Can I apply with a CAT 2023 score?
No, only CAT 2024 scores are valid for admission to the class of 2027.

Can I submit my entrance test scores later, after submitting my application?
Yes, you can submit your application now and update your entrance test score latest by May 15, 2025.

Do I need to submit my application in one go?
No, you can save your application on the student portal and come back again to submit it.

Will my work experience in family business counted?
Yes, your experience post-completion of your bachelor’s degree in your family business will be counted.

I could not make it in the first round. Can I apply again?
No, you can only apply once in the admission cycle.

How will I come to know if I’m shortlisted for an interview?
You will receive an email on the registered email id. We suggest you to also keep a check on your spam folder.

Do you have any quotas?
No, admission is on merit only.

How will the interviews be conducted?
Interaction with the faculty will be conducted on campus or online.

Can I make changes in the application form after submitting it?
No, you cannot make any changes in the application after submitting it.

Can freshers apply?
Yes, freshers can apply for the MS QF programme

Are scholarships available?
All students will receive tuition support of INR 75,000 per year. Students needing additional financial assistance can opt for a Fellowship, under which they are required to undertake Teaching Assistantship under a faculty member assisting them in teaching. For students choosing the Fellowship option, the tuition support would increase to INR 1.25 lakh per year, thus reducing their tuition fees by 50% to INR 1.25 lakh per year. Continuance of the tuition support of INR 75,000 in the second year is contingent upon maintaining to their academic performance.

Are Bank loans available?
Yes, we support students in getting bank loans from leading public and private sector banks.

Does the fee cover Laptop?
No.

Will I get on-campus placement assistance?

• Yes, the Career Development Centre (CDC) at Ahmedabad University offers on-campus placement assistance.
• Refer more details on CDC here.

Does Ahmedabad University offer housing facilties for outstation students?
Yes, we offer student housing facility.

Is the housing facility on shared basis?
Yes, multiple housing options are available including Single, Twin or Triple sharing rooms. (Refer here)

Is it mandatory for all students to stay at the student residences?
No, it is not mandatory to stay at the student housing offered by Ahmedabad University

Can I see the accommodation before taking admission?
Yes, we can schedule your visit to the housing facility. You can write to [email protected] and [email protected] with the details of your visit.

How far is the campus from the residences?
The housing facility is within 1 km.

What facilities are provided at residences?
Single bed with mattress, wardrobe, study table, washrooms inside the room, chill room, common refrigerator & microwave.

What facilities are provided on the campus?
Refer for more details on campus facilities.

How will I travel from the campus and residence, or vice versa? Will it be charged?
A free bus shuttle service is available for the students.

Will I get an Master’s degree or Diploma?
Post completion of the required credits, you will be awarded a Master’s Degree from Ahmedabad University. University Grants Commission, in its letter dated 28th July 2010 F.No. 8-13/2010(CPP-I/PU), has notified that Ahmedabad University, Navrangpura (Gujarat) has been established by an Act (No. 8 of 2009) of State Legislature of Gujarat as a State Private University, and is empowered to award degrees as specified by the University Grants Commission under section 22 of the University Grants Commission Act 1956.

What are the unique courses offered in the MSQF programme?
This programme is a confluence of mathematics, statistics, financial markets, and computational methods. The programme provides a solid foundation on mathematical finance in general and financial markets in particular. The programme comprises a set of core and elective courses focusing on computational finance. The core courses are designed to build a strong foundation for the students based on which they can choose from a diverse pool of electives matching individual interests. Along with advanced techniques in finance, the courses on economics and analytics provide graduating students with tools and techniques to excel in their careers. An illustrative list of courses that are offered in this programme are Security Analysis and Portfolio Management, Derivatives and Risk Management, Financial Econometrics, Modelling Randomness in Financial Markets, Financial Modelling and Fixed income Securitas.

Does the MSQF programme offer industry connect?
The MSQF curriculum is constantly changing to meet the evolving needs of the financial marketplace and to keep students abreast of the recent trends, milestones and developments. Students graduating with an MSQF degree would possess the skillsets that enable them to make a difference in the following areas.

• Quantitative analyst/researcher
• Investment banking
• Advisory and consulting services
• Credit rating agencies
• Synthetic derivatives and risk management
• Treasury operations
• Analysts for big data vendors