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 (2 years 4 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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