Communication Development Program

Success in your quantitative finance career requires more than a solid grounding in finance, math, statistics and coding. You must be able to present your ideas effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing. To further our students’ communication skills, MSCF offers the MSCF Communication Development Program (CDP), a continuously available resource to all students enrolled in the MSCF program. At the center of the CDP is Ed Barr, a professional communications coach who, in addition to teaching Business Communications courses throughout the first year of the program, provides individual student coaching.

CDP builds on the public speaking preparation you will receive as part of the degree curriculum and career counseling services through MSCF Career Services. The CDP offers one-on-one coaching to help you write a better resume and cover letter, enjoy a stronger job interview and, more generally, to handle yourself with confidence. The CDP also conducts seminars on speaking and presentation skills, business and email writing, resume development, etiquette and deportment.