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Math prerequisites before I apply 28 Nov 2005, 21:23
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I don't know if anyone knows the answer to this, but I'll take a chance someone might or at least direct me to someone who might. Here's the deal:

I finished my MBA last year and I'm currently working at a financial consulting firm. I'd like to pursue a PhD in Finance in the next few years before I start getting up there in years (I'm 29 right now as it is).

The problem is that I have a very limited math background. The last time I took Calculus was in high school! I know I have considerable ground to make in math before I can even apply, which brings to where I'm at right now.

Because I work full-time, I'm looking into taking some math courses online or via correspondence. I'm only looking at accredited schools and only classes that would count for credit as if I was actually on campus.

My question is, how would this look on my application for PhD programs? I realize that in terms of credit, it is identical to my taking the classes on campus. HOWEVER, that doesn't necessarily mean it will be viewed identically to admissions committees. Or does it? I have no idea. Has anyone ever done this?

Much appreciation to anyone who can help or point me in the right direction. Good luck to everyone else! :-D

Also, these are some of the classes I'm looking at, in case anyone is curious: https://www.is.lsu.edu/courselist.asp?ca ... id=102&pg=
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Math prerequisites before I apply 05 Dec 2005, 05:42
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Taking additional courses is very positive. There should not be ANY negative fallout , in my view.

I would however suggest that you apply fast, the later you do, the slimmer the chances ! We have a lot of posts on this point :roll:
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Taking additional courses is very positive. There should not be ANY negative fallout , in my view.
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Yeah, I emailed a few professors at the schools I'm looking at and that seemd to be the general feeeling.

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I would however suggest that you apply fast, the later you do, the slimmer the chances ! We have a lot of posts on this point :roll:
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I know. :(
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