Where Economics meets Data Science and Finance
Our top-ranked, STEM-designated graduate degree program unites a global community of students, scholars, and industry leaders committed to leveraging data science, finance, and economics to address society’s greatest challenges.
91%
of UCLA’s MQE graduates are employed across a range of fields within three months of completing the program.
Become Part of a Global Community
Learn from internationally recognized Nobel Laureates, policy leaders, and business executives, and engage with MQE faculty and students from more than 30 countries.
Choose Your Focus
Complete your degree MQE on your terms — in 9 to 18 months — with a wide range of courses in data science, machine learning, financial modeling, forecasting and economics.
Accelerate Your Career
Tap into MQE’s worldwide network of top-ranked financial institutions, consulting firms, government agencies, tech companies and global businesses to advance your career.
Solve Business Problems
Through our Applied Business Projects, you can leverage the skills gained in the MQE program to solve business problems faced by corporations of all sizes.
Be inspired, enlightened and informed
Learn directly from some of the most notable and influential economic leaders in the world through our Distinguished Speaker Series.
“UCLA’s MQE program stands out because it teaches the skills needed for success today and in the future. While searching for a master’s program, I wanted to find a school where I could improve my quantitative skills and learn how to do research. MQE was the clear choice because of their emphasis on providing the mindset and skillset to succeed.”
– Steven Spear Jr.
Current MQE student
News and Upcoming Events
Congratulations to our June 2023 graduates! We’re excited for your next steps and the incredible impact you will make.
The MQE 2023 Commencement will feature Ellen Ma, MAE ’17 who will offer insights on her career journey in Venture Capital. Ellen is a Forbes 30 under 30 Awardee and MQE Advisory Council Member.
This event is your opportunity to network, build your MQE connections with corporate partners and MQE alumni, to learn more about their respective companies/industries and get advice on how to pursue opportunities of interest to you. Check your email for details!
