Best degree for a prospective Quant?
Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistical Science or Finance? Which one is preferred by recruiters and why?
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CS, Maths or Finance (but then take advanced quant finance modules)
cs math double finance majors are not even considered
most quant roles emulate software eng so comp sci is obviously the most important major out of the ones you listed
what type of quant do you want to be?
"It is surprising if you expect quant finance to be a branch of mathematics. In reality, it is more like engineering. You build sh*t within time and budget constraints. You expect it to work within some parameters. You maintain it. The world keeps moving forward and eventually you have to rebuild it from scratch because by now it's obsolete.
Sounds like mathematics?"
I have heard this. Whats your opinion? I know there are three types of quants. Pure quants, quant developers, and data scientists. Im leaning towards the second one.
Since you want to be a developer, CS without a doubt. Finance as a major is a joke.
CS, Physics (quantum fields and fundamental forces), then pure math
Would Electrical Engineering be a good major?
Yes, EE is very, very good
Yes!
History/Philosophy
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