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If you are aiming for Masters in Quantitative Finance (2025, USA), this video is for you.
For anyone considering this path, I dive into essential details like:
- University and Program being offered ๐
- Program costs ๐ฐ
- Acceptance rates ๐
- GPA requirements ๐
- Application deadlines ๐
This video aims to answer the most pressing questions prospective students have, helping you make informed decisions about your future in Quant Finance.
If you're passionate about finance, math, and technology, this is a field with incredible potential!
https://youtu.be/eFI3y9KVzEM?si=sMCkj...
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2019 - Thought of Pursuing Masters in Quant Finance
2020 - Got selected in 5 Universities in USA and finally choose North Carolina State University
2021-22 - Pursued my Masters
2022 - Graduated with 6 job offers
Here are 6 Tips from my End:
1. Strengthen your math and programming skills. Programs are math-intensive, so a solid foundation in calculus, linear algebra, probability, and programming (Python, R, or MATLAB) is essential.
2. Highlight relevant experience. Emphasize any internships, projects, or work experience related to finance, data analysis, or programming on your application.
3. Research each programโs focus. Some programs are more theoretical, while others are application-based. Choose one that aligns with your career goals, whether in risk management, quantitative research, or trading.
4. Prepare for the GRE/GMAT if required. Many U.S. programs require these test scores, so plan to prepare and aim for a high score, particularly in the quantitative section.
5. Network with current students and alumni. Connecting with people already in the program can give you insights into the curriculum and help you understand what each school values in applicants.
6. Showcase your passion for quantitative finance. Demonstrate your genuine interest through relevant coursework, certifications, or personal projects that reflect your commitment to the field.
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๐ Understanding Stochastic Volatility Models in Quantitative Finance ๐
In Quant Finance, accurately modeling the volatility of asset prices is crucial for risk management, derivative pricing, and portfolio optimization.
Here are some popular stochastic volatility models that every quant should be aware of:
1. Heston Model
A widely-used model that allows for the volatility of an asset to be stochastic. It is popular due to its ability to provide semi-closed-form solutions for option pricing, making it computationally efficient. Great for pricing European options and capturing volatility smiles.
2. SABR Model
Commonly used in the interest rate derivatives market, the SABR (Stochastic Alpha Beta Rho) model is well-suited for capturing the dynamics of implied volatility surfaces. Ideal for pricing swaptions and caplets/floorlets in fixed-income markets.
3. GARCH Models
Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity (GARCH) models are frequently used for time series modeling where volatility clustering is observed. Useful for modeling and forecasting asset return volatility in financial markets, including equities and commodities.
4. CEV Model (Constant Elasticity of Variance)
The CEV model captures the fact that volatility tends to increase as the asset price decreases, addressing a shortfall of the Black-Scholes model. Itโs particularly useful for modeling equity options with high leverage and skewness in implied volatility.
5. 3/2 Model
A more flexible alternative to the Heston model, this model assumes that volatility grows faster than the square-root process, allowing for more significant variability in volatility. Itโs particularly good for exotic options and financial products where larger swings in volatility are expected.
6. Schรถbel-Zhu Model
While not as widely used as the Heston or SABR models, this model is suitable for applications where you need a simpler representation of the volatility process with fewer parameters. A good fit for environments where fewer computational resources are available.
Each model has its strengths, and the choice depends on the specific application:
European options โก๏ธ Heston
Interest rate derivatives โก๏ธ SABR
Equity options with leverage effects โก๏ธ CEV
Volatility clustering โก๏ธ GARCH
Exotic options with high volatility โก๏ธ 3/2 Model
Which model are you most familiar with? Feel free to share your thoughts! ๐ฌ
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Delta is one of the most important and commonly used Greeks in options trading. It measures the sensitivity of an option's price to changes in the price of the underlying asset. Specifically, Delta represents the expected change in the price of the option for a $1 change in the price of the underlying asset.
Key Aspects of Delta:
a) For Call Options: Delta is positive, ranging from 0 to +1. This means that as the price of the underlying asset increases, the price of the call option also increases. For example, a Delta of 0.5 means that for every $1 increase in the underlying asset's price, the call option's price is expected to increase by $0.50.
b) For Put Options: Delta is negative, ranging from 0 to -1. This indicates that as the price of the underlying asset increases, the price of the put option decreases. For example, a Delta of -0.5 means that for every $1 increase in the underlying asset's price, the put option's price will decrease by $0.50.
Delta Interpretation:
a) At-the-Money (ATM) Options: Delta for an ATM option (an option where the underlying asset price is close to the strike price) is usually around 0.5 for call options and -0.5 for put options. These options have the greatest sensitivity to changes in the price of the underlying asset.
b) In-the-Money (ITM) Options: As the option becomes more ITM, Delta approaches 1 for call options and -1 for put options. This means the optionโs price moves almost one-for-one with the underlying asset.
c) Out-of-the-Money (OTM) Options: For OTM options, Delta is closer to 0, meaning the option's price is less sensitive to changes in the underlying asset's price.
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For quant finance interviews, here are some important topics of derivatives that you should focus on:
1. Types of Derivatives:
- Futures and Forwards
- Options (Call and Put)
- Swaps (Interest rate swaps, Currency swaps)
- Exotic Options (Barrier options, Asian options, Lookback options)
2. Option Pricing Models:
- Black-Scholes Model: Understanding the derivation, assumptions, and application
- Binomial Tree Model: Pricing American and European options
- Monte Carlo Simulation for pricing options
3. Greeks:
- Delta, Gamma, Vega, Theta, Rho: Their meaning, interpretation, and importance in managing risk
- How to calculate and use the Greeks for hedging
4. Hedging Strategies:
- Delta hedging, Gamma hedging
- Understanding dynamic hedging vs. static hedging
- Risk-neutral pricing and its role in hedging
5. Put-Call Parity:
- The relationship between calls, puts, and underlying assets
- Arbitrage opportunities based on Put-Call Parity
6. Stochastic Processes and Interest Rate Modeling:
- Brownian Motion, Geometric Brownian Motion
- Stochastic Differential Equations (SDEs) in option pricing
- Interest rate models (e.g., Vasicek, Hull-White)
7. Volatility:
- Historical vs. Implied Volatility
- Volatility surfaces and smiles
- The role of volatility in options pricing and strategies like volatility arbitrage
8. Risk Management:
- Value at Risk (VaR) and Expected Shortfall in the context of derivatives portfolios
- Measuring risk exposure with Greeks
- Margin requirements for futures and options
9. Exotic Options:
- Types of exotic options (e.g., Asian, Barrier, Lookback)
- Pricing and risk management challenges associated with exotic options
10. Derivatives Market Mechanics:
- Margining, Clearing, and Settlement
- OTC vs. Exchange-Traded Derivatives
11. Financial Engineering Applications:
- Structured products and their pricing
- Real-world applications, such as hedging with options and constructing portfolios using derivatives
12. Swaps and Interest Rate Derivatives:
- Interest rate swaps, currency swaps, and their valuation
- Understanding of the swap curve and its applications in pricing other derivatives
These topics cover a broad spectrum of derivatives knowledge that is essential for quant finance interviews. Being comfortable with both theoretical aspects (like pricing models) and practical applications (such as risk management and hedging strategies) is key to excelling in this area.
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Geometric Brownian Motion (GBM) is a cornerstone of financial mathematics, extensively used for modeling stock prices and other assets in financial markets. ๐๐๐
What is Geometric Brownian Motion? ๐๐
GBM models the price of a financial asset over time by incorporating two components: drift and volatility. The drift (ฮผ) represents the average expected return of the asset, while the volatility (ฯ) captures the asset's risk or price variability.
The equation governing GBM is:
dSt = ฮผ*St*dt + ฯ*St*dWt
where St is the price of the stock, dt is the time increment, dWtโ denotes the increment of a Wiener process (or standard Brownian motion), encapsulating the randomness in the price evolution and ฯ is the volatility.
Key Properties of GBM ๐๐
a) Log-Normal Distribution: The prices modeled by GBM follow a log-normal distribution, ensuring that the prices remain positive, reflecting a realistic trait of asset prices.
b) Markov Property: The future price of the asset depends only on its current price, not on how it reached that price, simplifying many analytical and numerical methods.
c) Martingale Property: Under the risk-neutral measure, used for pricing derivatives, the discounted stock prices can be modeled as a martingale.
Applications in Finance ๐๐
GBM is notably applied in the Black-Scholes model for pricing European options. This model provides closed-form solutions for the price of call and put options, underpinning much of modern financial theory and practice.
Extensions and Realistic Modeling ๐๐
Despite its widespread use, GBM is often critiqued for its inability to capture important features of real-world data like skewness and kurtosis in asset returns. This has led to the development of various extensions, including:
a) Jump-Diffusion Models: These incorporate jumps in prices at random times, adding heavy tails to the return distribution.
b) Stochastic Volatility Models: Models like the Heston model allow volatility to be a stochastic process itself, which better captures market phenomena like volatility clustering.
Conclusion ๐๐
While GBM offers a fundamental framework for modeling asset prices, its extensions provide the necessary complexity to deal with the sophisticated structures observed in financial markets.
Understanding and applying GBM and its extensions can significantly enhance the analytical tools available to a financial engineer or quantitative analyst.
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Myths about Quant Finance ๐ฏ๐ฏ๐ฏ
1. Quants only need advanced math and coding skills
While a strong foundation in mathematics and programming is essential, soft skills such as communication, understanding market dynamics, and the ability to translate complex models into actionable insights are equally important.
2. Only PhDs can be successful quants
Although having a PhD can be beneficial, many successful quants come from backgrounds such as engineering, physics, economics, and computer science, with just a bachelor's or master's degree. Practical experience and a deep understanding of financial markets also play a crucial role.
3. Quant models are always accurate
Quantitative models are built on assumptions and historical data, making them prone to errors during significant market changes. No model can perfectly predict future market movements, especially during black swan events.
4. Quants only work on trading desks
Quantitative finance is not limited to trading. Quants also work in risk management, portfolio management, quantitative research, model validation, and even developing financial technology products.
5. Quantitative finance is purely about algorithms
Successful quant strategies also require market intuition and economic understanding. Relying solely on algorithms without considering the broader economic context can lead to poor outcomes.
6. Quants work in isolation
It's a common misconception that quants work entirely alone. In reality, they collaborate closely with traders, risk managers, and other stakeholders to develop strategies and ensure that models align with business needs and market conditions.
7. Quantitative strategies guarantee profits
While quantitative models can identify opportunities, they do not guarantee profits. Markets are influenced by a multitude of unpredictable factors, and past performance is never a guarantee of future results.
8. Quantitative finance is all about high-frequency trading
Though high-frequency trading (HFT) is a well-known application of quantitative finance, quants also work on long-term investment strategies, risk management, portfolio optimization, and derivatives pricing. Quantitative finance is a broad field that goes beyond just HFT.
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Important Subjects and Topics that are taught in Quantitative Finance domain ๐ฏ๐ฏ๐ฏ
1. Probability Theory and Statistics ๐๐๐
- Probability distributions (Normal, Lognormal, etc.)
- Bayesian statistics
- Hypothesis testing
- Linear and logistic regression
- Maximum likelihood estimation (MLE)
2. Stochastic Calculus and Differential Equations ๐๐๐
- Brownian motion
- Itรด's Lemma
- Stochastic differential equations (SDEs)
- Fokker-Planck equation
- Girsanovโs theorem
3. Financial Derivatives ๐๐๐
- Options (Call, Put, Exotic options)
- Futures and forwards
- Swaps (Interest rate swaps, Currency swaps)
- Black-Scholes model
- Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Vega, Theta, Rho)
- Binomial and trinomial tree methods
- Barrier options, Asian options, Lookback options
- Convertible bonds
- Weather derivatives
- Credit-linked notes
4. Fixed Income and Interest Rate Modeling ๐๐๐
- Bond pricing and yield curves
- Duration and convexity
- Credit risk modeling (Credit Default Swaps, KMV model)
- Short rate models (Vasicek, CIR)
- Heath-Jarrow-Morton (HJM) model
- LIBOR market model (BGM model)
5. Time Series Analysis ๐๐๐
- Autoregressive (AR), Moving Average (MA), ARMA, and ARIMA models
- GARCH models for volatility modeling
- Cointegration and stationarity
- Kalman filters
- Seasonality and trend decomposition
6. Portfolio Theory and Optimization ๐๐๐
- Markowitz Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT)
- Efficient frontier and Sharpe ratio
- Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
- Mean-variance optimization
- Risk parity
- Multi-factor models (Fama-French, APT)
7. Mathematical Finance ๐๐๐
- Monte Carlo simulations
- Finite difference methods (FD, FDM)
- Lattice models (binomial, trinomial trees)
- Quasi-Monte Carlo methods
- PDE solvers for option pricing
- Martingales
- Risk-neutral pricing
- Fundamental Theorem of Asset Pricing
- No-arbitrage conditions
- Pricing kernels and state price densities
8. Risk Management ๐๐๐
- Value at Risk (VaR)
- Expected Shortfall (ES)
- Credit risk (Structural and reduced-form models)
- Liquidity risk
- Counterparty risk
- Stress testing and scenario analysis
9. Econometrics ๐๐๐
- Ordinary Least Squares (OLS)
- Generalized Method of Moments (GMM)
- Maximum Likelihood Estimation (MLE)
- Panel data and fixed/random effects models
- Instrumental variables
10. Machine Learning and AI in Finance ๐๐๐
- Supervised learning (Regression, Classification)
- Unsupervised learning (Clustering, PCA)
- Neural networks and deep learning
- Reinforcement learning
- Natural language processing (NLP) in finance
- Algorithmic trading strategies
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