Our World
A Global Student Community
WQU students are united across 140 countries, working together to solve global problems with the power of quant, and they inspire each other to take on new challenges in their professional and personal lives. Their collective talents equal extraordinary impact.
Student + Faculty Spotlight
Upskilling for Success: How Lindah Sumbati Shirasala Transformed her Career
Lindah Sumbati Shirasala’s story is relatable to many of our recent graduates.
From Learner to Leader: How Zahara Miriam is using her quant skills to build a startup
The interdisciplinary approach of WQU’s MSc in Financial Engineering program allows entrepreneurs like Zahara Miriam to apply their skills in various industries and to connect with like-minded professionals across the globe.
Real Voices, Real Impact: How Our Students Are Transforming Their Futures
At WorldQuant University, we believe that the most powerful stories come from the students themselves. These are the people who have faced challenges, seized opportunities, and transformed their futures through education.
Student Spotlight: Saif Ullah
"Equipping students with the necessary skills to tackle real-world challenges."
Student Spotlight: Adewale Tokosi
Down the rabbit hole of optimization.
Here is what WQU alumni have to say about their learning experience:
Lifelong Collaborators
From publishing original research to presenting new ideas on global stages, from connecting students to exciting job and volunteer opportunities to unlocking a pipeline of promising and diverse talent, WQU is creating pathways for mutual success.
WQU’s team is made up of financial engineering experts, industry executives, and educational technology innovators.
Over 14,000 students and counting have benefited from WQU offerings.
In The Quant World
The latest at WQU and in the data sciences.
Workplace Flexibility and Upskilling the Future Workforce at the World Economic Forum
WorldQuant University President Daphne Kis recently traveled to the World Economic Forum in Davos to speak about AI, flexible schedules, and the future of work.
Developing Talent Starts with Transforming Hiring Practices: Lessons from the Milken Global Conference
WorldQuant University CEO Daphne Kis and co-panelists explored the challenges and opportunities of talent development and hiring practices at 2023’s Milken Global Conference
Building Community and Creating Opportunity: Lessons from the World Economic Forum
WorldQuant University CEO Daphne Kis recently traveled to the World Economic Forum in Davos where she spoke about key workforce challenges and opportunities.
What Can You Do With A Master’s Degree In Financial Engineering?
We are often asked “what can I do with a MScFE?” The simple answer is: a lot! But there’s much more to the story of the discipline of financial engineering.
Revisiting WorldQuant CEO Igor Tulchinsky’s Conversation with World Economic Forum Podcast Meet the Leader
In this conversation, Igor Tulchinsky explains why he founded WorldQuant University — to upskill some of the most talented people around the world.
Your learning community awaits.
WQU offerings are designed to help students build high-demand skills in financial engineering and data science.