About Quantitative Analysis

The curriculum for the qualitative analysis concentration emphasizes the skills needed to analyze market data in fast-paced industries such as manufacturing, financial services, and advertising, and provides the technical training required to engage in consulting. Quantitative analysis is used by attorneys, accountants, engineers, health service administrators, urban planners and government agencies. The concentration provides skills for forecasting, data analysis and quantitative economics, and offers a solid foundation for graduate study in economics and business.

Career Pathways

Graduate Outcomes

Top Jobs

  • Associate Consultant
  • Associate Data Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • Risk Consulting Associate
  • Model Success Analyst
  • Associate Functional Consultant
  • Data Analytics Intern
  • Business Insurance Underwriting Professional Development Program
  • Alternative Investment Fund
  • Risk and Financial Advisory Analyst
  • Financial Advisor
  • IT Consultant
  • Data Analyst
  • Associate Microsoft Dynamics 365 Consultant

Salary Report

Top Companies

Quanitative Analysis Alumni Mentor

Rose Hoang: Data Engineer @ Google

Rose works for Google as a Data Engineer/Analyst specializing in risk and access management. She mainly supports clients in various sectors, helping them solve their challenging data management and security concerns. Outside of her main work, she enjoys spending her time sewing, bouldering, and discovering new culinary experiences.

Peter Zwart: Senior Analyst @ BetMGM

Peter’s career in data spans across healthcare with CipherHealth and entertainment with the Walt Disney Company and BetMGM. During his time as a student at Cal Poly, he enhanced his knowledge in organizational behavior and negotiation while concentrating in Management & Human Resources. He further expanded his technical skills by completing the Master’s in Business Analytics program. Outside of work, Peter enjoys a wide variety of interests including sports, sneakers, books, and games of all kinds.

Matthew: Senior Business Systems Analyst @ Unity

Matthew is an IT and Financial Systems professional with 5 years of experience, primarily focused on Workday Financials in the tech and media space. His expertise lies in implementing and enhancing ERP systems, supporting accounting, finance, and procurement reporting & processes. Outside of work, Matthew enjoys gaming, playing and listening to music, playing and watching sports, and traveling to new places.

Connect with Alumni

To gain mentorship from these alumni or other industry professionals, apply to the Alumni Mentoring Program or reach out on Cal Poly Career Connections. Mentors exist in various pathways in Information Systems and provide career-related support to launch your career.

ALUMNI MENTORING PROGRAM