Dr. Leandro Betancourt

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Biography

Leandro Sanchez Betancourt is a prominent researcher in the field of Mathematical Finance, particularly known for his work in High-Frequency Algorithmic Trading and Market Microstructure. He is associated with the Mathematical Institute at the University of Oxford, where he utilizes his expertise in mathematical modeling and computational finance to analyze market behaviors and improve trading strategies. Betancourt's academic journey has led him to receive several awards, including the Bruti Liberati Prize for his PhD thesis on Quantitative Finance, demonstrating his outstanding contributions to the discipline. He has been recognized for his overall performance both at King’s College London and Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, highlighting his dedication and excellence in mathematical studies. His research interests also encompass Stochastic Games and Market Simulation, areas in which he continues to publish and present findings that contribute significantly to the understanding of financial markets.

Research Interests

Awards

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Bruti Liberati Prize

2018-01-01
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Overall Performance Student Award

2017-01-01
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Gabino Barreda Medal

2016-01-01

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.