“My degree in economics allowed me to explore a diverse set of courses, ensuring that I learn a bit of everything while also allowing me to focus and specialize in the specific sector I was driven towards, which in my case was sovereign wealth funds.
Prior to coming to NYUAD I was heavily focused on biology. Within one semester of taking multiple courses in the Core Curriculum, I realized that I had been limiting myself by focusing on one subject I was good at. NYUAD allowed me to experiment and to leave my comfort zone in a way that led to discovering a passion for economics and public policy. The liberal arts education at NYUAD allowed me to broaden my horizons in a way that both challenged and motivated me.
Current: Financial Analyst, Mubadala Investment Company
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Majors: Economics; Social Research and Public Policy
Studying abroad was one of the most meaningful experiences during my time at NYUAD. The opportunity to study away in London during my senior year while working on my Capstone was an experience that was both challenging and satisfying at the same time. Having the opportunity to widen the resources I could use for my research and being fully responsible for its progress, all the while attempting to navigate life abroad for the first time away from my family allowed me to grow significantly both academically and personally.
I started out as an intern at my current workplace where I spent more than six months working with two different teams, first to attempt to find where my passion lies and second to push myself to learn as much as possible. I think a huge part of it was understanding the work ethic at my workplace and deciding whether it matched mine. The most enjoyable part of my current position is the continuously evolving learning curve that comes with working in a diverse industry. The fact that no two projects look the same makes for a constant learning journey as I develop my skills in understanding the financial world.
I hope to continue working in finance for the long term while also exploring my hobbies in areas such as art and art history during my personal time. My field of work allows me to explore a multitude of sectors within finance, so it truly feels like a never-ending learning experience, this further drives my curiosity and motivates me to try to understand how my field is evolving with the rest of the world, be it through the development of AI or through the general fluctuations in the market.”