JAGSoM

Build your career in capital markets

with our Career Track in Quantitative Trading

Globally Ranked PGDM in Finance | Dual EPAT Certification
Get the dual benefits of academic foundation from a top Business School and practical skills from a leading Industry Partner.

Career Track in Quantitative Trading

Career Track Programs are enhanced online degree programs that are built ground-up in collaboration with the best academic and industrial training institutes with the sole purpose of getting learners employment-ready.

Our Career Track in Quantitative Trading is a first-of-its-kind program delivered by JAGSoM, one of India’s premier AACSB Accredited B-Schools, in collaboration with QuantInsti, the world leaders in training for Quantitative Trading.

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Jagdish Sheth School of Management or JAGSoM is a global, forward-looking and industry-academia think tank. It is a QS global ranked B-school in finance, and the 6th B-school in India to get the coveted AACSB accreditation.

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QuantInsti is one of the world’s leading algorithmic and quantitative trading training & research institutes. It aims to revolutionize the way people approach financial markets by empowering them with cutting-edge education.

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Dual Certification

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PGDM from JAGSoM

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Dual EPAT Certification from QuantInsti

Who is this for

  • Professionals in general management roles seeking jobs in Quantitative Trading.
  • Statistics, Mathematics, and IT professionals looking to leverage their quantitative skills to diversify into Quantitative Trading.
  • Junior trading or finance professionals seeking cross-disciplinary quantitative-skills to accelerate their growth to managerial and leadership positions.

Future Opportunities

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Job opportunities as an Analyst, Associate, Manager in Quantitative Trading, Research, Analysis, Risk Management, and Strategy

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7-20 LPA Salary based on prior experience and performance

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Access to 400+ Hiring Partners through the platform

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~60% salary hike after completion of the program

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Your next step towards
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Program Structure

Designed by top notch faculty with over 27 years of teaching and research experience in the fields of Finance and Trading

Year 1

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  • Foundational Management Skills in Finance from JAGSoM
  • Foundation, Core and Practice Courses for holistic academic rigour

Year 2

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  • Industry relevant courses from a world leader in Algorithmic and Quantitative Trading Training & Research
  • Curriculum for learners to adapt to the ever-changing world of Trading, FinTech, and Data Science.

Curriculum

Year 1 Academic Courses | 53 Credits

Foundation Courses
Core Courses
Practice Courses

Year 2 Industrial Courses | QuantInsti | 52 Credits

Core Courses

Capstone Projects

Student Engagement

Mentorship

Dedicated career guidance from experienced industry professionals to  set learners up for professional success.

Masterclass

Lectures and Workshops from renowned Industry Professionals, Faculty and Institutes on the latest trends in Quantitative Trading.

On-Campus Immersion

3-7 day in-person immersions at the JAGSoM campus for students to network with faculty and industry professionals.

Faculty

The programs are led by specialist faculty that include scholarly academicians and experienced industry practitioners.

Learners’ Success

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Alumni

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Application Process

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Complete the online
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Receive and accept your spot in the program by paying a nominal fee of Rs. 5,000/-

Fee Structure

₹ 3,00,000

Register now and secure your seat!

FAQs

What is the AACSB Accreditation?

AACSB Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. AACSB Accredited schools have the highest-quality faculty, deliver relevant and challenging curriculum, and provide educational and career opportunities that are not found at other business schools. JAGSoM is the only QS Globally ranked in finance B-school in India to have an AACSB Accreditation.

Is this program equivalent to an MBA? Or is it considered as a PhD?

The program is a diploma and is equivalent to an MBA from any indian university. Exams are conducted by affiliated University. PGDM Institutions are authorized by AICTE to conduct the exams. Through State level Entrance Examinations, you can go ahead for a PhD ahead after this program. Both programs are viewed as the same during placements.

Who is this program for?

This program is for working professionals with 1 – 10 years of experience working in the IT, Finance, Banking, and Trading who are looking to upskill themselves or switch careers into the fields of Quantitative Trading / Investment Banking

What kind of certification will I get after I complete my exams?

You will be getting a Dual certification once you complete the program. The PGDM in Finance Certificate will be provided by JAGSoM, and the industry certification will be provided by our industry partner.

What is the EPAT project?

The EPAT Project is a hands-on, self-directed strategy design or business research project that participants complete under the supervision of a domain expert. The project work is optional and has no bearing on the final grade. It does, however, provide a wonderful chance for determined and motivated professionals to specialise in an asset class or strategy paradigm by working with pertinent data and a quantitative platform (s).

Can I enrol into this program If I don’t have any coding experience?

Yes, you can enrol into this program even if you don’t have any coding experience. We will be teaching python to you right from the basics.

Can I enrol into this program if I have experience in finance or trading?

Yes, you should enrol into the program if you have experience in finance or trading and are looking to upskill yourself.

What kind of positions and roles I will be offered after completion of the program?

You can work as an Analyst / Associate / Manager in Quantitative Trading across roles in Research, Analysis, Risk Management, and Strategy.

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