BBA in Financial Markets & Trading
A three-year degree specializing in equity research, derivatives, algorithmic trading concepts and portfolio management.
Description
BBA in Financial Markets & Trading is a three-year undergraduate degree that trains students in equity research, derivatives, algorithmic trading concepts and portfolio management. It is designed for the fast-growing financial markets, investment and fintech industry.
Students learn equity research, derivatives (futures and options), technical and fundamental analysis, algorithmic trading concepts, portfolio management, risk management, financial modelling, Python for finance and stock market operations. The course includes live market projects, trading simulations and internships with brokerages and asset managers.
Graduates work as equity research analysts, trading analysts, derivatives analysts, portfolio managers, investment advisors and risk analysts in brokerages, investment banks, asset management firms, prop trading desks and fintech companies.
Entrance Exams
University / Institute Entrance Exams (IPU CET, NPAT, etc.)
Respective universities
Many universities admit students via entrance tests covering English, reasoning, maths and general awareness.
Direct / Merit-based Admission
Private colleges
Several private colleges offer admission on the basis of Class 12 marks and a personal interview.
Job Roles
Equity Research Analyst
Researches companies and sectors to support investment decisions.
Trading / Derivatives Analyst
Analyses markets and derivatives strategies for trading desks.
Portfolio Manager
Manages investment portfolios and asset allocation for clients and funds.
Investment / Risk Analyst
Assesses investments and risk for asset managers and fintech firms.
Salary
Fresher (0–2 yrs)
Investment banks and prop trading desks pay at the higher end.
Mid-level (3–6 yrs)
Senior analysts and portfolio managers earn more with experience.
Senior (7+ yrs / Fund / Trading Head)
Fund managers and trading heads at top firms earn well above this range.
Top Colleges / Institutes
- Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Mumbai
- Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Pune
- Christ University, Bengaluru
- BSE Institute Ltd., Mumbai (financial markets programmes)
- Private BBA financial markets colleges (state-wise)