I think I want to be a Quant now
Hello,
So I am in my 30s and returned to college two years ago to get my bachelor's degree. I am now transferring and plan on double majoring in Finance and Mathematics. My plan is to eventually pursue a PhD in a quantitative field, either mathematics or computer science. I am interested in a career in data sciences or quantitative analysis, assuming I prove to have to mental capacity for such a position.
My previous work experience consists of IT administration jobs and about 4 years of on-and-off day-trading (unsuccessfully) at a prop trading firm. Although I haven't traded in almost two years, I am considering returning to trading as I continue my studies. My licenses are about to expire and I question whether the experience would be valuable to my career goals or a hindrance to my studies.
Admittedly, I did not fully apply myself during my time at the prop trading firm (sporadic trading, sometimes recklessly, with multiple hiatuses to take on IT projects). However, now that I've spent a few years back in school, I have found discipline and would approach trading much more systematically and without distraction.
Given this scenario, do you think I should abandon prop trading and concentrate on school, or would the experience be beneficial to my goal of attainting a quantitative position in the industry? How would day-trading experience be viewed by potential employers? Although I plan on pursuing a master's in mathematics or computer science instead of an MFE, would prop trading be viewed favorably or negatively by prominent MFE programs should I choose to pursue that path instead?
I appreciate any advice, feedback, or criticism.
Cheers!
What makes you think you can be a quant? (let alone a good one)
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