Conversation with a Quant

Speaker: Ms. Yuhua Yu, Head, Quantitative Research, DWR Trading, ChicagoWhere: DRB 337 (Denney Research Building)When: February 17, 2009 (Tuesday), 12:00 - 2:30 PMABSTRACT: Based on the personal observation and experience as
a quantitative researcher at DRW Trading, a proprietary trading firm,
we will discuss the career options for people interested in quantitative
finance under the current market turmoil, as well as the preparation needed
as a graduate student in the field of Mathematical Finance/Financial
Engineering. Specific areas of discussion include (but certainly are not
limited to):* Different roles of quants* How to prepare as a student* Resume* Traps and tips in job hunting (from a hiring manager's perspective)***********Food and drinks will be available on a first come first served basis, so please come on time.

Location: Corwin D. Denney Research Center (DRB) - 337

Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

Contact: Georgia Lum