securities analyst

Description

Securities analysts perform research activities to gather and analyse financial, legal and economic information. They interpret data on the price, stability and future investment trends in a certain economic area and make recommendations and forecasts to business clients.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

quantitative analysis modern portfolio theory financial products fundamental analysis asset management financial markets economics actuarial science investment analysis stock market securities

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

financial statements statistics Monte Carlo simulation investment banking commercial law cryptocurrency banking activities international financial reporting standards

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

consult information sources analyse financial risk obtain financial information analyse market financial trends review investment portfolios advise on investment analyse economic trends develop investment portfolio collect financial data monitor stock market

OPTIONALOptional competences

perform stock valuation liaise with board members handle financial transactions advise on financial matters communicate with banking professionals examine credit ratings create a financial plan provide cost benefit analysis reports consult credit score forecast economic trends liaise with managers interpret financial statements present reports