Dr. John Armstrong

Associate Professor

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Biography

John Armstrong is a Reader in Financial Mathematics in the Department of Mathematics at King's College London, where he leads research on topics such as collective pensions, rough-path theory, and geometrical approaches to finance. With extensive industry experience, he co-founded Yolus, which is now part of ION, where he developed an industry-leading risk management system. Additionally, he has served as Executive Director of Operations Technology at Goldman Sachs, where he gained practical insights into financial computing. His research interests span several domains, including Financial Mathematics, Geometry, and Stochastics, with an emphasis on collective pensions. He has contributed significantly to academic literature through peer-reviewed articles and has been involved in various research projects addressing critical issues in the field. Armstrong's work not only focuses on theoretical models but also applies mathematical principles to real-world financial systems, enhancing the understanding of risk management and investment strategies.

Research Interests

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.