M2 Quantitative Finance

The Master’s in Quantitative Finance at Université Paris-Saclay trains specialists in financial modeling, risk management, and derivatives valuation. Combining theory and practice, the program emphasizes advanced numerical methods, as well as machine learning and deep learning applied to finance. Students acquire the skills to become quants, prepared for careers in financial markets, asset management, or academic research.

The Master’s in Quantitative Finance is a one-year program combining advanced theoretical courses, applied teaching, and practical projects. The first semester focuses on core topics in modeling, numerical methods, and machine learning. The second semester is dedicated to an internship in industry or a research lab, enabling students to apply their skills and prepare for careers in quantitative finance or for pursuing a PhD.