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Kickstart your career in energy trading with EDF Trading and AmplifyME! Are you curious about energy markets and trading? EDF Trading, a global specialist in wholesale energy markets, providing a gateway for buyers and sellers of all types of energy products, is teaming up with AmplifyME for an exclusive event designed to give you hands-on experience and insights into this exciting industry. 📌 Event: EDF Trading Simulation Event 📆 Date: Thursday, 24th October 2024 ⏲️ Time: 16:00 to 18:00 BST (London time) 📍 Location: Online At this event, you'll: ➡ Participate in a live Spark Spread simulation to explore energy trading ➡ Dive into a Python coding challenge for automated trading strategies ➡ Hear directly from their team, including their CFO and Head of Trading ➡ Gain insider insights from current graduates at EDF Trading Whether you're interested in finance, energy, or tech, this is a unique opportunity to network and explore internship and graduate roles for 2025 and 2026! Register now: https://lnkd.in/egSQ7cwr #Finance #EnergyTrading #EDFTrading #EarlyCareers

 Is Gen Z ready for the workplace? Employers aren’t so sure. A recent survey found 75% of companies are disappointed with their Gen Z hires, citing lack of motivation, poor communication, and little real-world experience. Even more shocking? 6 in 10 have let recent grads go shortly after hiring! As Intelligent.com’s Chief Education Advisor, Huy NGUYEN TRIEU, put it: "Many college grads are unprepared for the less structured, more autonomous work environment they face." At AmplifyME, we’re here to change that. Our hands-on finance simulations help students and grads dive into real-world roles across markets, banking, and quant. We’re proud of the 120K+ students in our community who’ve already taken that step, gaining practical skills and exploring different paths to make sure they’re on the right track. And the best part? Our partnerships with leading financial institutions show it works - our students are landing jobs at some of the top firms in the industry. Get that practical experience now, and your future self will thank you. Register for our next Finance Accelerator via our website: https://lnkd.in/eryDfhmy Want to learn how we support universities and financial institutions? Get in touch with the team today. #EarlyCareers #Finance #PracticalLearning

🎙 The Trading Floor: Is Germany the "Sick Man" of Europe? Anthony Cheung and Piers Curran dive into Germany’s recession fears as the government slashes its GDP forecast for 2024, signaling ongoing struggles in Europe’s powerhouse. They also connect the dots to the latest US CPI data, highlighting the growing gap in monetary policies between the Fed and ECB. Don’t miss this deep dive into the markets and prepare for upcoming interviews! 👉 Spotify https://lnkd.in/eE8HVRG7 👉 Apple https://lnkd.in/enJu9ZG4 #markets #interviewprep #applications #trading #assetmanagement

Expanding Quant Finance Training Across Top U.S. Universities We delivered our Quant Finance sims to the University of Chicago Master of Science in Financial Mathematics, giving students hands-on market making experience while sharpening their soft skills and commercial acumen ahead of application season. Students made real-time trading decisions, reacted to live news events, and explored the use of Python in trading scenarios. The skills they developed are vital for upcoming interviews. A special shoutout to Ben Singer and Brian Wickman for topping the hedge fund and market maker leaderboards! 🏆 Here's some feedback from the session, a testament to the hard work of our technology team and fantastic trainers! ✅ 99/100 for session trainer delivery ✅ 100% agreed the session helped explore quant finance practically  ✅ 100% said it identified gaps in their current financial knowledge  ✅ 100% felt more engaged with their curriculum after the simulation  ✅ 100% felt more confident about securing a finance job post-simulation #QuantFinance #Finance #Careers 

World Mental Health Day: Prioritising Wellbeing During Application and Exam Season With application deadlines and exams on the horizon, feeling the pressure is only natural! At AmplifyME, we know our student community is tackling big goals – balancing studies while setting the foundation for a rewarding career in finance. You've got this, and we're here to support you every step of the way! This #WorldMentalHealthDay, take a moment to focus on your wellbeing. Here are some tips to help manage the load: ➡️ Set Realistic Goals: Aim for progress, not perfection. ➡️ Exercise Regularly: Even a short walk or workout can reduce stress and improve focus. ➡️ Take Breaks: Brief pauses during study sessions can help prevent burnout. ➡️ Build a Support Network: Stay connected with friends, peers, or mentors who understand your journey. Remember, AmplifyME’s simulations are designed to support you, helping to build skills and confidence in a realistic setting. Success isn’t just about grades and internships – it’s about sustaining a healthy mind too. #WMHD2024 #FinanceStudents #StudentWellbeing

We’re excited to welcome Lara Montefiori as a Non-Executive Director at AmplifyME! Lara brings extensive expertise in product leadership, scientific research, and organisational diagnostics. With a background in driving innovation at companies like Multiverse and Arctic Shores, she has transformed complex challenges into data-driven solutions. Her work in developing AI-enabled, science-based matching systems and behavioural assessments perfectly aligns with AmplifyME's mission to level the playing field in finance through our simulation performance metrics. At AmplifyME, we take pride in nurturing the next generation of finance leaders, our High Potential Candidates, and connecting them with our institutional partners. We are confident that Lara’s guidance will strengthen our efforts to generate evidence-based profiles and link our partners with the best early talent in today’s market. Please join us in welcoming Lara to the AmplifyME team!👏 #NewJoiner #WelcomePost

Finance Simulations in action at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford🎓 Over 150 #MBA and #MFA candidates took part in our Finance Labs Technical Bootcamp, led by our Director of Corporate Finance, Stephen Barnett. The two-day bootcamp used a variety of our flagship #banking simulations, guiding candidates from core finance and modelling theory to real-world, hands-on application. Candidates were assessed under a time constraint in simulations covering the following topics: 💻 Three Statement Modelling: Interactive Nvidia simulation 💼 Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs): Paper LBO simulation 📊 Introduction to Valuation: Nvidia Valuation simulation 🔍 Advanced Valuation: Tesla simulation 🤝 Merger Modelling: Microsoft/Activision simulations To accommodate all skill levels, we provided tailored learning experiences at both beginner and advanced levels, ensuring participants at any stage gained practical and meaningful experience. A special thank you to John Gilligan for organising this event! #University #Careers #Finance

Celebrating World Teachers' Day! A belated but massive shoutout to all the incredible educators, especially our AmplifyME trainers! From ex-investment bankers to commodity traders, investment analysts, market analysts, and corporate finance experts, our dedicated trainers like Will, Piers Curran, Milandeep, Silvia, Anthony, Stephen, Emre and Sophie bring a wealth of real-world experience to every session. 👇What sets us apart? It’s not just about on-demand learning—our team believes in practical, experiential learning that prepares students for the real world. With their hands-on approach, they make finance come alive, empowering students to gain real skills and confidence. #ExperientialLearning #Finance #Education

🎙 The Deal Room: Mastering Investment Banking (IBD) Jargon for Interviews In this episode, Anthony Cheung and Stephen Barnett delve into the complexities of investment banking jargon. Here's what you can expect: ✅ Understanding EBITDA ✅ Exploring Leverage ✅ Decoding DCF ✅ The Concept of Synergies ✅ M&A Strategies: Vertical vs Horizontal ✅ Accretion vs Dilution in M&A ✅ Bulge Bracket vs Boutique Banks ✅ Sector Coverage vs Product Specialists Essential listening for anyone considering a career in banking or preparing for interviews! 👉 Spotify https://lnkd.in/eGWFdH4Z 👉 Apple https://lnkd.in/ew_4pRmC #InvestmentBanking #CorporateFinance #Applications #Interview #Finance

Find out what matters in Global Markets this week in less than 60 seconds 🌐 Perfect for any interview prep! 📅 MONDAY Germany’s manufacturing woes will be in focus with the release of factory orders and industrial production on Tuesday. 📅 TUESDAY Reserve Bank of Australia releases minutes from its September meeting that may shed light on the deliberations that led to its hawkish hold. In Canada, officials will release the final jobs report before the next Bank of Canada rate decision. The central bank will also publish surveys of business and consumer expectations for economic growth and inflation. Join our next free Markets Finance Accelerator simulation in partnership with Morgan Stanley and UBS https://lnkd.in/eryDfhmy 📅 WEDNESDAY The final day for European Central Bank officials to speak publicly on monetary policy before a blackout period kicks in ahead of the Oct. 17 decision, at which a rate cut seems a near certainty. The Fed will also release minutes of the central bank’s September meeting where they cut rates by 50bps. 📅 THURSDAY US CPI is seen rising 0.1% in September, its smallest gain in three months. The ECB will release the minutes from its last monetary policy meeting. 📅 FRIDAY Earnings season kicks off with J.P. Morgan, BlackRock and Wells Fargo reporting. US Producer Prices (PPI) — a gauge of inflationary pressures faced by businesses — is also projected to show tamer inflation. University of Michigan issues its preliminary October consumer sentiment index. The UK economy is expected to return to growth in August after two months of stagnation. Sources: Bloomberg, FT, TradingEconomics #Finance #Trading #InvestmentBanking #AssetManagement #Applications