As part of the International Quant Championship (IQC) 2026, the WorldQuant Office Tour is now officially open for registration, offering participants a unique opportunity to experience the working environment of a leading global quantitative research firm.
The program is designed for individuals and teams who have registered for or are interested in IQC 2026. It will be held at the WorldQuant Hanoi office and provides valuable exposure to the field of Quantitative Finance, as well as insights into career pathways at the intersection of finance, data, and technology.
During the program, participants will have the opportunity to meet WorldQuant representatives and gain an overview of IQC 2026. In addition, former IQC contestants will share practical experiences, common challenges faced during the competition, and effective strategies for success. Participants will also explore the actual working environment at WorldQuant, gaining a deeper understanding of how quantitative finance operates in practice.
The Office Tour will be conducted across three sessions. Office Tour 01 will take place from 14:00 to 16:00 on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Office Tour 02 will be held from 09:00 to 11:00 on Friday, April 10, 2026. Office Tour 03, which includes team matching activities, will take place from 14:00 to 16:00 on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Participants may join individually or as a team. For those without a team, the program will provide support in connecting with suitable teammates.
The WorldQuant Office Tour not only enhances participants’ understanding of IQC 2026 but also offers a practical perspective on Quantitative Finance, a rapidly growing field attracting students interested in finance, data science, and technology. Due to limited capacity, early registration is highly recommended.
Register for the Office Tour here: https://tinyurl.com/4spd6yev
Competition registration link: https://qr.wqbrain.com/iqc26FTU
FTU Quant Community Group supporting IQC participants at FTU: https://www.facebook.com/ftuquantcommunity
The timeline of IQC 2026 is structured as follows. Registration and team formation will take place from March 17 to May 13, 2026. Stage 1, the qualification round, will run from March 17 to May 18, 2026. Stage 2, the national or regional round, will be held from May 26 to mid July. Stage 3, the international final round, is scheduled for September 2026.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Research Management Office: MSc. Le Thi Ngoc Lan – 0382332366 | qlkh@ftu.edu.vn
Quantitative Economist Club: An Duc Trung – 0862059055 | quanteconomistclubftu@gmail.com