My Journey to the PhD

This is an Informational Session for those who are interested in applying for a doctoral program after graduating from the MA Program in Statistics.  We have invited MA Program Alumni who are presently pursuing their doctoral studies to describe their path to where they are today.  MA students will be able to submit their questions.  […]

Probability and Statistics Workshop for Interviews

Join CDSS on October 20th at 7pm for a Probability and Statistics Workshop for Interviews.This is the second event in our Fall 20212Interview Series. In this workshop, we'll talk about the major interview topics surrounding probability and statistics to get you prepared for your next quant, software engineering, data science, research, or analytics role

VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION: M.A. in Statistics

Join THIS or one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions.   Learn about our MA Program in Statistics at Columbia University and find out if it's the right choice for you.  3pm - 4pm  / Oct. 21, Nov. 11, Dec. 16, 2022   /   Jan. 20, Feb. 10, Mar. 10, 2023 FIND information on applying to […]

SQL for Interviews

Do you need to know SQL for interviews? Join CDSS for our next workshop in our interview series covering all the basics you need to know on SQL.

Peer-to-Peer Mock Interview Workshop

Interviewing is a crucial part of any job hunt. Sharpen your interview skills at this fun, interactive workshop! After a quick overview of interview tips, this workshop offers a rare opportunity to be on both sides of the interview table. Participants will rotate roles as interviewer, interviewee, and observer.  Look for the invitation in the […]

Machine Learning for Interviews

Our next workshop in the fall interview series is Machine Learning for Interviews! We’ll cover a lot of the basic information about machine learning in order for you to ace your next interview for software/data science/quant roles.  Learn more HERE. 

Choosing and Developing a Research Topic

Choosing and developing a research topic is challenging. Join this workshop with the GSAS Writing Studio to complete a series of interactive exercises to help clarify your ideas and discuss strategies to turn your interests into a compelling thesis topic. Students across MA programs will work together and gain perspectives from multiple disciplines.  Find an […]

File for Graduation by November 1

If this is your last semester in the MA Statistics Program, then you need to file for Graduation.  Read about Graduation HERE. 

EMPLOYER INFO SESSION: Cubist Systemic Strategies

Introduction to Quantitative Finance and Technical Talk with Research Lead at Cubist Systematic Strategies.  Read the MA Statistics Newsletter for details and link to RSVP. 

Lunch with Dr. Dobrin Marchev – Informal Faculty Talks with MA Students

Lunch with Dr. Dobrin Marchev - Informal Faculty Talks with MA Students This event is especially valuable for those who are interested in exploring a Mentored Research Project (GR 5398) in the future.   Talk title:  “Monte Carlo Methods in Statisics” Join us for this informal get together.  We will hear briefly about Dr. Marchev’s interests […]