Yu ZHANG MSc in Computational Finance 2012-13 Centre for Computational Fianance and Economic Agents (CCFEA) University of Essex Linkedin email rainapply@gmail.com Welcome to Yu Zhang's Home Page

Following my training in physics at Tsinghua University, I joined the Centre for Computational Finance and Economic Agents (CCFEA) at University of Essex in 2012-13. I finished my study in MSc Computational Finance and got distinction (76%). I have won two competitive awards during my study at CCFEA: ''ShareScope Prizes 2013'' and ''Outstanding Project Presentation Prize''.

I have a solid foundation in mathematical modelling and quantitative analysis, along with a good understanding of financial engineering and risk management. My research project is focused on 'Directional Changes' in momentum trading and risk management. Click here to view my research project.

Currently I am look for a graduate position in global market sales and trading, finance, risk management, compliance or actuary. Click here to view my CV.