Nicole Ndungu Wacuka
@nicolendunguwacuka
Analytical financial services student specializing in asset management and trading.
What I'm looking for
I am a Financial Services student specializing in Asset Management with First Class Honors standing and a strong academic record. I combine rigorous coursework with hands-on market experience to deliver data-driven investment insights.
I execute structured currency trading strategies with defined risk limits, maintain a disciplined trading journal, and optimize approaches through backtesting and risk-adjusted metrics such as drawdown, win rate and expectancy. I perform daily macroeconomic analysis and chart reviews to inform decision-making.
I have practical exposure to financial instruments including equities, fixed income, FX, derivatives, ETFs and mutual funds through the Quantitative Finance Launchpad program, and I bring emerging skills in portfolio management and risk assessment. My background also includes client-facing experience from a nutrition internship and leadership roles representing student interests.
I am passionate about investment research, capital markets, fintech and sustainable finance, and I seek opportunities where I can apply analytical rigor, continuous learning and collaborative problem-solving to generate measurable value.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Independent Trader
Self-directed
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Execute structured FX trading strategies with defined risk limits, perform daily macroeconomic and chart analysis, and optimize strategies through backtesting and performance tracking.
Nutrition Intern
Crystal Health Consultants
Jul 2022 - Aug 2022 (1 month)
Assisted client nutrition assessments and BMI analysis, developed personalized meal plans for weight management and clinical needs, and educated clients on evidence-based dietary practices.
Education
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Strathmore University
Bachelor of Financial Services, Asset Management
2023 -
Grade: A (First Class Honors)
Activities and societies: Relevant coursework: Financial management, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Accounting in business, Asset Valuation Theory and Techniques; Dean's List recognition (2023/2024, 2024/2025).
Pursuing a Bachelor of Financial Services with a major in Asset Management, achieving First Class Honors standing and strong coursework in financial management, reporting, accounting and asset valuation.
Aga Khan Academy Nairobi
International Baccalaureate Diploma / IGCSE O-levels, International Baccalaureate / Secondary Education
2017 - 2021
Grade: IB: 38/45; IGCSE: 5A*, 2A, 1B
Completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma (38/45) and IGCSE O-levels with high grades, providing a strong academic foundation in pre-university studies.
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