Columbia Quant Analysis M.A.

Graduate School
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<p>I'm currently in the midst of preparing myself with the hopes of being admitted into a strong Econ PhD program somewhere down the line.</p>

<p>That said, I currently hold an M.A. degree with a relatively strong background in IR and PE...however I have somewhat of a weak background mathematically. Would it be wise for me to invest in a few UG courses leading up to say linear algebra, combinatory math etc...or would it be more beneficial to earn an accelerated master's (1.5 years) in a program specifically geared for quantitative research such as the one offered by Columbia?</p>

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<p>Yes. It's doubtful you can get into a highly ranked Econ PhD program unless they have complete faith in your mathematical abilities.</p>

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<p>If by strong you mean top 50-75, you will need more than linear algebra and basic combinatorics. </p>

<p>Columbia's MA in quantitative methods, if you manage to do very well in it, would be good preparation.</p>