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Workplace Flexibility and Upskilling the Future Workforce at the World Economic Forum

In January, WorldQuant University President Daphne Kis attended the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos. During the event, Kis returned to the Equality Lounge®, where she joined The Female Quotient’s panel Redefining the Future of Flexible Work. For this conversation, Kis joined Melissa Furze, VP, Customer Science & Global Head at B2Bi, LinkedIn; Gabriella Rosen Kellerman MD, Chief Innovation Officer, BetterUp, and Valérie Beaulieu-James, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, The Adecco

Student Spotlight: Oluwaseyi Awoga

Originally from Lagos, Nigerian-American Oluwaseyi Awoga represents the epitome of excellence in WQU students, having enrolled in both our MScFE program and Data Science Module. Having previously worked in accounting, Oluwaseyi had always been fascinated with Financial Engineering and its high potential for innovation. He was taking classes here and there when he discovered WQU and our tuition-free MScFE program. "I’m glad I did because it provides a more structured and organized way for me to

COVID-19 is Higher Ed’s Chance to Start Anew. Here’s How.

In the past weeks, we’ve seen merely the opening volley of the COVID-19 virus in the US. It’s putting a huge stress test on the very institutions that keep the global economy running. We’ve seen the service, travel and hospitality industries crumble. We’re seeing the limits of our healthcare system stretch further than ever before. But one area that isn’t getting as much attention is education. What will it look like when we’re on the other side of this global crisis? Many higher ed institutions

Igor Tulchinsky, Founder of WorldQuant University, Speaks at Milken Institute London Summit

In early December, WorldQuant University founder Igor Tulchinsky spoke at the Milken Institute London Summit, which convened leaders to discuss innovation challenges and opportunities in modern Europe. Igor spoke on a panel titled “How Philanthropic Capital Can Spark 21st Century Innovations” with fellow leaders Melissa Stevens of the Milken Institute, Joe Cerrell of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Madeleine Clarke of the European Venture Philanthropy Association, and Johan Eliasch of Head

Student Spotlight: Kumari Anjali

Originally from a small village near Patna, Bihar in northeast India, Kumari Anjali’s mother told her from a young age that “education is the only liberating force which can multiply our chance of success.” She has been following that advice ever since. After losing her father, Kumari poured her focus and energy into getting an education to support her family. She began working as a tutor to earn enough money to pay for tuition to attend university and earn a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in

WorldQuant University Now Accepting Duolingo English Test

At WorldQuant University, we’re dedicated to making advanced, quality education accessible to capable students everywhere by leveraging technology at scale to deliver entirely online, tuition-free programs. We’re excited to announce that as a part of this mission, we will now be accepting the Duolingo English Test as a part of the MScFE application process. The low cost, online test will make WorldQuant University even more accessible to qualified applicants across the globe. At $49 USD, the