Dr. Ankush Agarwal

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ankush Agarwal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistical and Actuarial Sciences at Western University. He earned his PhD from the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in 2015. His research interests encompass various aspects of Mathematical Finance, including Data Science Finance, Financial Statistics, and Monte Carlo Methods. Dr. Agarwal is committed to advancing the understanding of complex financial models and regularly publishes in leading journals, contributing to the field with a focus on optimal strategies for financial decision-making. He has supervised multiple graduate students, helping them develop their skills in advanced financial modeling and analysis. Through his teaching and mentorship, he has made a significant impact on enriching student experiences and fostering academic growth within the department.

Research Interests

Courses

FM9593: Monte Carlo Methods Financial Applications FM4521B/9521: Advanced Financial Modelling FM2555A: Corporate Finance

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
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  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.