Yuncong Wu
Glasgow,UK
Summary
Second-year PhD student in economics specializing in industrial organization and econometrics. Experienced in financial engineering, securities, and consulting. Proficient in quantitative analysis, programming, valuation, and research. Strong communication skills in English with a keen interest in finance and quantitative roles.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Project researcher
Beijing Dingwei Management Consulting Inc.
Beijing, China
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted cross-industry research to analyse more than 50 corporates' strategy, financial performance, management structure, and legal risk across sectors including automotive, plastics, and e-commerce.
- Produced comprehensive analytical reports and case studies on Sichuan Free Trade Zone and Huawei's strategic positioning to inform strategic decision-making.
- Prepared slide decks and presented findings in meetings, summarising companies' financial condition, management issues, legal risks, and relevant industry and policy trends.
Part-time assistant
CITIC Securities
Shanghai, China
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Conducted industry and company research on listed firms, supporting transaction evaluation, business development, and due diligence for bond issuance projects.
- Reviewed business disclosures, financial information, agency ratings, and comparable company materials to enhance bond prospectus for Putuo City construction investment.
- Supported bond issuance project for Three Gorges Electric Power by assisting with offering materials and bond marketing preparation.
- Prepared presentation materials to ensure effective communication of key findings and issues during discussions and internal meetings.
Research assistant
Prof. David Shimko from New York University
Remote
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Supported academic research in financial engineering by developing robust quantitative models that enhance pricing strategies under stochastic market conditions.
- Designed an exotic option structure and evaluated its value using Monte Carlo simulation and stochastic option pricing frameworks.
- Communicated modelling assumptions, payoff design, valuation results, and sensitivity analysis in research-oriented academic setting.
Operations Intern
Wuhan Changjiang Securities
Wuhan, China
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Supported futures business operations through coordination of data collection workflows and assistance with client account processes.
- Assisted futures clients by clarifying service procedures, account requirements, and product-related information in a professional manner.
- Reviewed and processed client application documents, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Economics
Johns Hopkins University
Washington DC, U. S. 08.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Finance - Finance
Guangzhou University
Guangzhou, China 09.2018 - 06.2022
Doctor of Philosophy - Economics
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, UK 09.2024 -
Skills
- Language: Chinese (Native), English (Proficient)
- Soft Skills: Stata, R, Python
Timeline
Doctor of Philosophy - Economics
University of Glasgow
09.2024 -
Master of Science - Economics
Johns Hopkins University
08.2022 - 12.2023
Project researcher
Beijing Dingwei Management Consulting Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2021
Part-time assistant
CITIC Securities
08.2020 - 10.2020
Research assistant
Prof. David Shimko from New York University
03.2020 - 05.2020
Operations Intern
Wuhan Changjiang Securities
01.2020 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Finance - Finance
Guangzhou University
09.2018 - 06.2022