
Saumitra Kokane
Financial Analyst Intern

Connect with Saumitra Kokane to Send Message
Connect
Connect with Saumitra Kokane to Send Message
ConnectTimeline
About me
Maximizing investment returns with fresh perspectives | Driven MSc Finance Graduate | Dedicated to financial literacy advocacy
Education

BSE Institute Ltd
2017 - 2020Bachelor's degree Capital marketsActivities and Societies: Stock Torero 2017, Stock Torero 2018 (Team Leader), Mock Stock 2018 Relevant Modules: Derivatives, Technical Analysis, Fundamental Analysis, Investment Banking, Financial Modelling, Foreign Exchange, Financial Risk Management, Portfolio Management Participated as a team member on the equity research committee for the "Stock Torero" event, which brought together a large number of students from prestigious business schools throughout India for a mock trading competition.Worked as a Team Leader of the marketing committee, we were responsible for sponsorships and arranging all the equipment and resources needed for the event.

Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd
2022 - 2023MSc Finance FinanceActivities and Societies: Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge, Cardiff University Trading Challenge Relevant Modules: Asset Pricing, Corporate Finance, Investment Management, Quantitative Methods, FinTech and Behavioural Finance, Market Structure and TradingParticipated in the Cardiff University Trading Challenge, achieving a 6% return in one month while outperforming the benchmark index by 5.19%, through comprehensive market analysis involving technical and fundamental analysis. As the Captain in the Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge, I led a team of 5, ensuring effective… Show more Relevant Modules: Asset Pricing, Corporate Finance, Investment Management, Quantitative Methods, FinTech and Behavioural Finance, Market Structure and TradingParticipated in the Cardiff University Trading Challenge, achieving a 6% return in one month while outperforming the benchmark index by 5.19%, through comprehensive market analysis involving technical and fundamental analysis. As the Captain in the Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge, I led a team of 5, ensuring effective collaboration, communication, and overall team performance. We harnessed the power of Bloomberg terminal and financial tools to access real-time data, conducted comprehensive analysis, and vigilantly monitored portfolio performance during the competition, orchestrating team participation and leveraging real-time data for strategic decision-making, which contributed to our competitive edge in the challenge. Show less
Experience

BCB BROKERAGE PRIVATE LIMITED
Jan 2018 - Mar 2018Financial Analyst Intern• Analysed IPOs and secondary offerings, conducting financial statement assessments and regulatory research, contributing to a 37.36% increase in stock value for Amber Enterprises India Limited.• Applied financial statement analysis techniques to evaluate companies, offering insights into financial health, trends, and industry benchmarking.• Conducted in-depth research on more than 10 different public issues, evaluating market trends, investor sentiment, and pricing strategies to provide valuable insights to senior management.• Observed and learned from top executives, including the MD and CEO, acquiring valuable insights into the intricacies of brokerage operations and the art of effective leadership. Show less

Quantum Asset Management Company Private Limited
Oct 2019 - Dec 2019Sales And Marketing Intern• Developed and executed strategic marketing campaigns to raise awareness of mutual funds, resulting in increased client engagement and a successful football tournament targeting over 70 students.• Specialized in promoting and selling ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) mutual funds, aligning clients' investment goals with sustainable principles, fostering a greener approach to investing.• Leveraged strong interpersonal skills and industry knowledge to build relationships, understand client needs, and recommend tailored investment solutions, leading to a significant boost in new client acquisitions. • Implemented client retention strategies that resulted in a 90% client satisfaction rate and a 20% increase in the retention of mutual fund clients. Show less

Self-employed
Nov 2020 - Aug 2022Equity Derivatives Trader• Implemented diverse trading strategies across Futures and Options, Equities, Index, and Commodities markets, consistently achieving an average monthly return of 10%, surpassing industry benchmarks.• Managed investment portfolios for 2 clients, overseeing a combined total value of ₹1,000,000. Implemented effective risk management techniques, resulting in a 15% reduction in losses for the portfolios.• Developed and executed personalized trading plans for each client based on their unique risk tolerance and investment goals.• Managed investment portfolios, conducting daily checks on internal market assessments and monitoring portfolio structures for process optimization. Show less
Licenses & Certifications

ESG Advisor Certificate
Financial Regulation CoursesFeb 2025
Introduction to Investment Banking Technicals
City Investment TrainingMar 2024- View certificate

Bloomberg Market Concepts
BloombergAug 2025 - View certificate

JPMorgan Chase - Asset Management Job Simulation
ForageNov 2023 
McKinsey.org Forward Program
McKinsey & CompanyJul 2025.webp)
Certified Chartered Wealth Manager Level 1
AAFM® (India)Nov 2021
Recommendations

Julia machado
Médica VeterináriaBelo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil.webp)
Marilisse martínez cc, cl (she/her)
HR Advisor | Certified Executive & Happiness CoachPuerto Rico
Vaishali sharma
Ghostwrite to founders, and CxO's ✍️ || Also, building the India's biggest business newsletter (Bhar...Chandigarh, India
Michael vertner
Adapt and OvercomeAtlanta, Georgia, United States
Shubham sharma
Front-End Engineer @OneCard | Ex-SDE | IIT BHUDehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Aline vieira
R&S / T&D/ Endomarketing / Gestão de Pessoas/ Onboarding / Tech Recruiter 👩🏻💻Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
Gamze oto
Director // Writer //Creative Director at 86arthouseIstanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye
Maria rogne
Senior ERP AdministratorHelena, Montana, United States
Mel marshall, ma, bcba
Regional Clinical Director at Action Behavior CentersAurora, Colorado, United States
Pubudu navamalika
QA Engineer | ISTQB®(CTFL | CTFL-AT)Australia
Yasmeen hossam
Graphic Designer | make creative Designs | Artist |Art Instructor | faculty of commerce English sect...Alexandria, Egypt
Sambhav taneja
Assistant Manager - Customer Acquisition & RetentionDelhi, India
Taylor hammond, pharm.d., rph
Pharmacy Manager at Hy-Vee, Inc.Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Ida heidegård mannsåker
Consultant Manager - Academic WorkOslo, Oslo, Norway
Brenda cavero
Master in Digital Business / Business Development / Program & Project Manager / Digital Transformati...Uruguay
Avila raja jemilet nadar
Digital Product Leader at IKEAMalmo, Skåne County, Sweden
Tatiana yashina
Private teacher of Russian as a second language for bilingual kids and foreignersMontclair, New Jersey, United States
Antonio o. prime
Executive Producer/Entrepreneur & Business/Entertainment Consultant/ Talent & Personal ManagerAlbany, New York Metropolitan Area
Gleb grigorian
General Manager (Results-Driven General Manager | Strategic Growth Leader | Expert in IT Operations)Nicosia, Cyprus
Kamal sisodia
VP-Corporate Marketing | Digital Marketing | Real Estate Marketing | Performance MarketingSouth Delhi, Delhi, India
...