Anyone Here Interested In Computational Economics?

Discussion in 'Programming' started by NoveltyGroupLLC, Jul 1, 2008.

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    I just graduated from university with a BS in Business Management, but I'm starting to wish I studied computational finance or financial engineering. I didn't know about such a specific field when I picked my major at 18!

    Computational economics is a multidisciplinary study which combines economics, applied mathematics/statistics and computer science to create and analyze economic models and manage financial risk.

    I know that computational economists typically program in C++, so I'm attempting learn it.

    Is anyone here interested in computational economics? I'd love to pick your brain......thanks!
     
    NoveltyGroupLLC, Jul 1, 2008 IP
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    Vooler Well-Known Member

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    Well, my background is basically Business Administration, I did BBA, then MBA with Major marketing. I did study Economics, Stats and few more subjects. But I moved to computer science and did MCS. I have very stong C/C++ background. I would be interested in what actually your plan is and why you wish to engage a programmer. Is there any plan of Risk Management appliation you wish to get developed ?

    regards
     
    Vooler, Jul 1, 2008 IP
  3. NoveltyGroupLLC

    NoveltyGroupLLC Peon

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    Thanks for the response...I'm not currently looking for any specific programming, but I'd like to learn computational economics as an intellectual challenge.

    Did you know that a good computational economist can make anywhere from $150,000 to over $1,000,000 per year? I don't really want to make a career out of it, but I'd like to see if I can learn this rigorous discipline...
     
    NoveltyGroupLLC, Jul 1, 2008 IP