Best major for future trader

College Search & Selection
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<p>what do you think the best major would be for a future floor trader. econ, finance, or other?</p>

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<p>If the recruitment is very competitive, I would say the one that can get you the highest GPA.</p>

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<p>Well, if you still think there will be "floor traders" in 10 years, I would go for finance.</p>

<p>Though considering the suckiess NYSE's computers this week, floor traders might have seen their stock go up... pun intended.</p>

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<p>cj: Just curious.....how and why did you choose this particular career goal?</p>

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<p>i started to become interested with the stock market about a year ago (soph year) and i don't really remember how i started my interest. it seems like a thrilling job with high risks and rewards. i live in the chicago suburbs and would like to work at the chicago board of trade after college.</p>

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<p>I would say economics would be the way to go if you plan on being a future trader. Have you looked at Wisconsin-Madison? I heard its pretty good for economics if you wanna stay in the midwest.</p>

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<p>i agree with econ. Also look at Michigan. all their business and economics programs are top 10</p>

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<p>Econ, finance or mathematics are all good backgrounds for commodities and options trading. Some other needed qualities are logic, quick decision-making ability, physical stamina and competitiveness. People who are great at playing logic games make very good traders.</p>

<p>When you've finished a couple of years of college, look into a summer position or internship to see if trading is really what you want. You won't be put on the trading floor fresh out of college, unless you have some rich and generous relatives. There are a large number of low-level support jobs that can give you insight into the trading world, and introduce you to the right people who might back you for a trading position.</p>

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<p>DePaul has a good program for the Chicago style exchanges. There are lots of traders without any degrees at all. It's a crazy business. Most of them are tough ex jocks with big voices and sharp elbows. Not for the timid.</p>