Managing Director at BlackRock, Deputy CIO of Global Tactical Asset Allocation and CIO of Retirement Solutions, Michael Pensky MFE12, is nearly 15 years into his career. He joined as an intern, returned full-time, and has been with them since. Read more: haas.org/4ja51Fx

3 books every quant student should read 📚 📝 Heard on the Street by Timothy Crack 🎲 A Practical Guide to Quantitative Finance Interviews by Xinfeng Zhou 📜 A History of the Theory of Investments by the late Mark Rubinstein Which one is already on your shelf?

A coffee chat in Paris was all that Piero Pelosi MFE27 needed to choose the Fong MFE. Former executive director Linda Kreitzman had flown out to host coffee chats in person, something Piero had never seen a school do. Read Piero's story: haas.org/4yThCSF

Join us for the Cal Homecoming Lecture: “Generative AI & the Future of Finance: Can Bots Out-Trade Humans?” on October 9 at the Haas School of Business. 📅 October 9, 2026 📍 Haas School of Business 🔗 Learn more and register: haas.org/4iG18rL

You do not need to be admitted to the UC Berkeley Haas MFE to learn like a quant 📈 Whether you are preparing to apply, switching careers, or leveling up in quant, this is UC Berkeley-caliber training without the full degree. Registration is open here: haas.org/4gVcK8F

Most finance careers tend to move in a straight line. But not Chandler Fang's (MFE17). Now, he co-founded t54 to answer a question that didn't have an answer yet: when AI agents start moving money on their own, who makes sure they can be trusted? haas.org/4iub2wb

As a student, you spend your time at Haas learning how markets move. On August 5th, our Master of Financial Engineering (MFE) students got to close those markets. MFE was invited by CBOE to ring the closing bell on August 5th live on CNBC 🔔

MFE students spent the day visiting some of Chicago’s biggest names in trading and derivatives. From morning to afternoon, students met with MFE alumni, simulated intense trading events, networked with recruiters and employees at each firm, and toured the trading floors.

Announcing MFE's 2nd career trek of 2026: Chicago! For 3 days, our students will visit 8 leading firms and institutions for a firsthand look at how the industry operates at the highest level.

The final deadline is approaching. Applications for the UC Berkeley Haas Master of Financial Engineering Program close Friday, July 31 at 9AM ET! One year at Haas can reshape where your career goes, from the classroom to top quant firms. Submit here: haas.org/3Tg7BPr

MFE27 Summer BBQ Social!

96% of the UC Berkeley Haas MFE Class of 2025 received full-time offers. Round 3 closes tomorrow July 15th at 9AM ET. haas.org/4br7DtP

Join the UC Berkeley Haas Master of Financial Engineering team for an Online Information Session on Thursday, July 16 from 3:30–4:30 PM PST. Register today to reserve your spot and take the next step toward Berkeley Haas MFE. haas.org/4tlyPQU

Join the UC Berkeley Haas MFE admissions team for one last application workshop this Thursday, July 9th from 9AM to 10AM PST. We will also be hosting an information session, resume review, and Q&A. RSVP here: haas.org/44dOQ1k

Join UC Berkeley Haas and several other admissions teams from top business and management schools across the nation to learn more about specialized masters degrees offered. 📅 Tuesday, July 7th 🕐 12PM ET / 9AM PT 📍 Online Register here: haas.org/4vdtgFg

A look back at MFE's 2026 NYC Career Trek 🏙️

Join the UC Berkeley Haas Master of Financial Engineering team for an Online Application Workshop on Tuesday, July 7 from 9:00–10:00 AM PST. Register now to save your spot and move one step closer to applying to Berkeley Haas MFE. haas.org/4dfane4

As part of our NYC Trek, the Berkeley MFE had the privilege of visiting the American headquarters of BNP Paribas. We extend our gratitude to the recruiting team and GMA professionals at BNP Paribas for hosting us and investing in our talent. #BNParibas #Finance #NewYorkCity

Join us for an online info session with UC Berkeley Haas School of Business to learn more about the MFE program, connect with our team, and get your questions answered. 🗓 Wednesday, May 20, 2026 ⏰ 3:30–4:30 PM PST Secure your spot today with the link: haas.org/3QHu3Q3

🌊 UCSD Quant Community Several Triton Quantitative Trading students have successfully transitioned into the UC Berkeley Haas MFE, and we’re excited to return this Friday to meet our future quants. 📅 Friday, April 17 📍 CSE 1202 ⏰ 2:30pm – 4pm