STUDENT EVENT: So, You Want to Trade? Seminar

For many, quick-paced trading of stocks and commodities, anticipating big moves up and down and finding the "hidden gem" mining start-up that quadruples in price overnight represent the most exciting side of Finance. But in reality, how does it work, and how do you start?

The Finance Association of Western Australia will be presenting an introduction to the trading world: how the institutions make their millions; why day-trading as a student can leave you broke (and how you can improve your trading tactics); how to paper-trade effectively; what a "prop shop" is (and why it's a great alternative to the banks); and the future of trading post-HFT (High frequency trading).

For the complete novice, a great overview to the world of trading. For the more experienced student trader, a guide on where to go next. This forum of student led discussion is a great opportunity to hear first hand from someone who has spent time working on the trading floor.