Grad School Apps - Business Analytics, Data Science and Quant Finance
Are you ready to take the next step in your academic and professional journey? This coaching package is designed for students and professionals aiming to gain admission to competitive graduate programs in Business Analytics, Data Science, or Quantitative Finance. Led by Fiona Taft, former Executive Director of the UC Berkeley MFE program, this package offers tailored guidance built on deep expertise in admissions, career placement, and industry alignment. ✅ What You’ll Receive: Personalized School List Strategy: Target programs that align with your background, goals, and professional ambitions. Application Positioning: Craft a standout narrative that reflects your unique strengths and career focus. Statement of Purpose & Essays Review: Structured editing and feedback to articulate clear goals and authentic motivation. Resume Review & Optimization: Translate your academic, technical, and leadership experiences into a powerful admissions asset. Letters of Recommendation Strategy: Guidance on selecting the right recommenders and preparing them effectively. Interview Prep: Practice and refine your responses to the most common and toughest grad school interview questions. Background & Skills Assessment: Identify potential gaps and receive recommendations to enhance your profile (e.g., coursework, certifications, internships). Scholarship & Fellowship Guidance: Navigate available financial aid opportunities within and outside target programs.
What's included
I personalize and tailor the coaching sessions to each individual client based on their goals and style. I have experience reviewing applications for Top Master programs and know what reviewers are looking for in candidates. If you have video essays I have insider tips on how to approach those so you are viewed as a top candidate.
- A Clear Admissions Strategy You’ll know which programs to target, why, and how to position yourself competitively at each one
- Tailored & Impactful Application Materials Your resume, personal statement, and essays will reflect your strengths, story, and fit—aligned with what top programs in analytics, data, and finance are seeking.
- An Authentic & Compelling Narrative You’ll gain clarity on how to tell your story—whether you’re switching careers, building on academic strengths, or highlighting cross-disciplinary skills.
- Strategic Recommender Planning You’ll have a plan for who to ask for letters of recommendation, and how to ensure they support your goals effectively.
- Interview Confidence You’ll be ready to articulate your purpose, goals, and interest in each program through structured prep and mock interview practice.
Meet your expert
Fiona T.
Ex-UC Berkeley MFE Director | 700+ Masters Admits | MFE/DS/CS/AI Masters
I specialized in Early Career, Mid Career and Executive level recruitment, Finance Recruitment, Quantitative Finance Recruitment and Specialty Masters Admissions. Additionally I am an expert in International Student placement & coaching (CPT/OPT/H1B) and US Masters student placement & coaching. With 100% placement outcomes for internship and full time at graduation. I started my career in finance being a controller for start-up organizations. But I found my true passion was coaching through my many experiences in Higher Education. I began my Higher Education career at Stanford Graduate School Business in Leadership Development. I learned many techniques and business acumen through my experience in the classroom at Stanford GSB. In not so many words I have my MBA from Stanford with the amount of sessions I facilitated and supported during my 8 years running Executive Leadership programs. In the next phase of my career I found myself at UC Berkeley Haas Business school in the Master of Quantitative Finance Program, first in Admissions, then as the Director of Career Development and then as the Executive Director of the program. But again I found my true passion was coaching students and Alumni and celebrating their outcomes in getting a full time job at their dream firm and promotions within big banks, hedge funds and Fintechs! Now I have my own career coaching and career development firm, QuantMinds.com!
