College graduates who have some background in mathematics and statistics and want graduate school preparation in the mathematics and statistics of finance and financial engineering can follow a structured curriculum developed with the Departments of Mathematics and Statistics.

The Quantitative Studies for Finance program includes:

Calculus Courses (2 Courses)

• MATH UN1102. Calculus II . 3 pts.
• MATH UN1201. Calculus III. 3 pts.

Also recommended but not required:

• MATH UN1202. Calculus IV. 3 pts.

Advanced Mathematics Courses (Choose 4 Courses)

• MATH UN2010. Linear Algebra. 3 pts.
• MATH UN2030. Ordinary Differential Equations. 3 pts.
• MATH GR8210. Partial Differential Equations. 3 pts.
• MATH UN2500. Analysis and Optimization. 3 pts.
• Or *MATH GU4061. Introduction to Modern Analysis I. 3 pts.

Statistics Courses (Choose 1 Course)

• STAT GU4001. Introduction to Probability and Statistics. 3 pts.
  
  OR

• STAT GU4203. Introduction to Probability and Stats. 3 pts. and STAT GU4204. Statistical Inference. 3 pts.

Computer Science Course

• BUSI PS4007. Introduction to Computer Science, Programming in JAVA. 3 pts.

Any demonstrated proficiency in C, C++, or Java.

For detailed course descriptions, please visit the courses page and select the subject area you are interested in.

Students who successfully complete 24 points with a B or better in each class will be awarded a Certificate in Quantitative Studies for Finance. Students are required to maintain an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 (B). Every course creditable toward the certificate must be taken for a letter grade. Courses with a grade below a C will not count toward the completion of the certificate.

To apply, follow the Summer Sessions application instructions for your admissions category:

Meet with an Admissions Counselor

Are you a prospective student interested in learning additional information about this program? Schedule an on-campus or phone appointment with an Admissions Counselor online. 

Appointment Hours: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., ET, Monday–Friday

Schedule an Appointment

Currently, the Office of Admissions offers Virtual Walk-In Hours for prospective degree and non-degree students from 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. ET (15-minute sessions), Monday through Thursday.

Walk-In Hours: Monday to Thursday (excluding University holidays), 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. ET

Advising

If you are a current student or an admitted student starting next term, contact a member of our SPS Student Advising Team for information and guidance.

Application Document Submission and Application Processing Questions

212-854-9666
certificates@sps.columbia.edu

Mailing Address and Campus Location

Office of Enrollment Management
School of Professional Studies
203 Lewisohn Hall
2970 Broadway, Mail Code 4119
New York, NY 10027-6902
212-854-9666
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.