Corinne Malborough
Contact:
corinne.malborough@dauphine.psl.eu
01 41 16 75 38
Université
Paris-Dauphine
Pôle Léonard de Vinci
Bureau E1064
I joined the M2 104 after completing the first year of the Master Finance at Dauphine, it seemed like the natural next step. The tailor-made courses and the education through research approach teach students autonomous study techniques, which I consider key to being up-and-running immediately after graduation. It also means that students who join the labour market are aware of the latest developments in academic research which is why this M2 is so highly regarded for the technical skills of its students. The wide range of profiles of students (engineers, economists, mathematicians, finance) creates an open-minded atmosphere and is reflected in a varied career opportunities and an extensive alumni network. Personally, I greatly appreciated the opportunity to design my own tailor-made course which gave me access to varied courses (Corporate Finance, Derivatives, Commodities etc.) which are all important in my current career as an investment fund analyst. After my internship at Tikehau, I was hired directly after graduating from the Master.
After the first year of the Master Finance at Dauphine, I chose the M2 104 because of its theoretical and quantitative approach to market finance covering a wide variety of models, which was greatly appreciated during my internship in the front office.
But beyond the quantitative approach, I think the real value of this research track lies in the way we approach a model or problem by assessing the initial assumptions and various underlying assumptions. This enables students to look at the big picture. This approach brings true value to me as a consultant as I address a wide range of issues with varying degrees of complexity in the different banks that I work with.
The M2 104, Research in Finance has many benefits, including high-quality teaching, varied profiles of the students and the career opportunities. The education through research approach provides a detailed knowledge of the fundamental theories of finance, giving students a thorough scientific approach and the tools necessary to understand the markets and their participants. The varied profiles of students, some with an engineering background, others from economics/management universities generates an excellent learning experience, especially due to the many group projects involved. For employers, this M2 guarantees that the graduates have the requisite technical skills, self-reliance and a critical mindset. The Master’s thesis requires hard work, especially during the last semester , but is often a key discussion point during job interviews. Finally, the range of courses on offer enables every student to choose their specialization, providing career prospects in Corporate Finance and Quantitative Research. As an analyst in an investment fund, I use the varied skills I acquired on a daily basis. Our strategies are based on fundamental research, that are applied to markets on an ongoing basis.
I joined the M2 104 after having completed the first year of a Master (M1) in Applied Economy at Dauphine with the view to doing a thesis in finance. The M2 104 course gave me an insight into what a career in research implied. I received personalized support from my thesis director and defined a research topic that reflected my personal interest in market finance. As a doctoral student, I benefited from the international study opportunities on offer and did a joint doctorate with Tilburg University in the Netherlands. The M2 104 was the launch pad for my international academic career.
To the attention of the futures candidates who intend to apply at the M2 104 for the year 2020-2021, and who start their first year of the Master Finance at Dauphine in September 2019.
There is now a 1st year track for the M2 Research in Finance.
This non mandatory track is made of different courses chosen in the first year of the Master Finance at Dauphine.
It is strongly advised to follow these courses in order to fully benefit of the second year of the 104. For more information, ciick here
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