Hello! My name is Cal Parker, and I am a recent graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles, with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics. I am passionate about finance, economics, and data analysis.
- Education: Graduated from UCLA with relevant coursework in international finance, macroeconomic forecasting, econometrics, and more. I also completed an independent research project on foreign exchange forecasting related to the European Debt Crisis and alternative monetary policies.
- Certifications: I recently passed the Level I CFA exam and am preparing to take the CFA Level II and FRM Level I exams to further enhance my expertise in financial analysis and risk management.
- Skills: I have solid experience with Python, R, SQL, and data analysis, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Suite and QuickBooks.
- Conducted research on foreign exchange reserves and negative interest rate policies, presenting findings at academic conferences, including a UCI Research Conference.
This GitHub contains projects demonstrating my ability to apply data science and financial analysis tools in a practical setting. You'll find:
- Data analysis projects using Python and R.
- Macroeconomic and financial models.
Feel free to explore my repositories, and don't hesitate to connect with me via LinkedIn or Email for collaboration or opportunities in finance and data analysis!