Hello,
I'm interested in pursuing a career in trading. My research (M&I,Job Descriptions) has shown me that one of the most important pre-requisites to a career in trading securities is strong numerical skills (I'm not talking about analytical capabilities).
I didn't do so great in Calculus in my first year of University, but graduated with a BBA degree specializing in Finance - I bet I would be great in Trading given my analytical skills, communication abilities, and understanding of financial markets, but my numeric experience says otherwise to anyone who recruits in the trading field.
What is the bar for numerical ability to get into trading and is it the same bar to actually be successful in the role? Can someone who is very interested make up for their lack of numerical experience/skills after graduation and already working full-time to somehow find a way back into trading?
Note: This is only about trading, agency or prop, not sales.
Note 2: I'm from Canada, if that changes anything in terms of what recruiters/traders look for in candidates when hiring.
