Warwick a target outside of its Econ/Stats/Maths departments?
i’ve been offered a place to study Discrete Mathematics at Warwick (their joint cs & maths program) starting this fall. I know Warwick has a strong reputation for econ, stats and maths but that said is it a target outside of those departments and would studying Discrete Mathematics put me at any disadvantage compared to someone in straight maths or econ when it comes to recruiting?
i might be overthinking this, but I saw a Warwick grad mention in another thread that placements outside the maths and econ departments aren’t anything special and that I’d likely end up at a middle-market firm.
i just wanna be mentally prepared for what to expect and if there’s a meaningful difference and if i should consider switching into the Maths department before the course begins.
would really appreciate any insights from people who’ve gone through Warwick’s recruiting process
Based on the most helpful WSO content, Warwick is widely recognized as a strong target school, particularly for its Economics, Mathematics, and Statistics departments. These departments have a solid reputation for producing candidates who perform well in competitive recruiting processes for investment banking, consulting, and other high-finance roles.
Your program, Discrete Mathematics, being a joint CS and Maths program, is still highly quantitative and rigorous, which should position you well for recruiting. Quantitative and analytical skills are highly valued in finance and consulting, and your program aligns with these demands. While there might be a perception that placements outside the core Econ/Maths/Stats departments are less stellar, this is not a hard rule. Success in recruiting often depends on your GPA, internships, networking, and how well you present your skills during interviews.
Switching to the straight Maths department might not be necessary unless you feel it would better align with your career goals or interests. Discrete Mathematics already provides a strong foundation in problem-solving and analytical thinking, which are critical for roles in finance and consulting. Additionally, the CS component could give you an edge in areas like quantitative finance, data analysis, or tech-driven roles.
To maximize your chances: 1. Focus on maintaining a strong GPA. 2. Gain relevant internship experience early (e.g., Spring Weeks in the UK). 3. Network actively with alumni and professionals in your target industries. 4. Develop complementary skills like programming (Python, R) and financial modeling.
While there may be some truth to the perception about placements outside the core departments, your individual efforts and achievements will play a much larger role in determining your outcomes.
Sources: MBB vs Quant at IBank, Majoring in Wall Street?, Physics undergrad admitted to top b-school, UChicago or Brown for undergrad?, Does anyone know of any sources online to learn more math/statistics?
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