Abhishek Kumar

Embarking on a dynamic career in software engineering, I discovered my innate passion for the intricate world of finance during my tenure at a leading banking software company. Earning CFA Level 1 affirmed my commitment to mastering financial intricacies. Being involved in different projects and clients all over the world motivated me to understand and contribute more to business. Now, aspiring for admission to IIM Amritsar, I am eager to propel my career forward through a comprehensive MBA program. The robust curriculum, distinguished faculty, and collaborative environment at IIM align perfectly with my aspirations. I am enthusiastic about leveraging this opportunity to sharpen my managerial skills, broaden my financial acumen, and contribute meaningfully to the vibrant IIM Amritsar community.

CFA Level 1 (CFA Institute)

The Complete SQL Bootcamp (Udemy)

Introduction to Machine Learning (NPTEL)

I have always been inclined toward sports. I may not be good, but I try to learn new sports and be involved in them physically. I enjoy playing, watching, and following football and cricket. I support Liverpool FC in the English Premier League when it comes to football. I watch all their matches, be it UEFA matches, after midnight. In cricket, I follow Indian men cricket team and IPL matches especially of CSK team.

I also picked up badminton and table tennis during lockdown and have been playing these sports since then. I even came up with the idea of organizing a badminton tournament in my society and got a great response from everyone, and it was successfully completed. Since then, there has been a regular occurrence of such tournaments.
Apart from this, my interest in finance has led me to research and learn different topics in finance, which has also helped me clear CFA Level 1. Whenever I get free time, I apply the concepts that I learned and try to understand the equity market, do analysis, and make investments in stock market.

I also give myself a break for 15-20 minutes after long hours of work to not do anything, just relax, listen to music, talk to my family and friends, and reflect on myself. It helps me keep calm and keep my thoughts together. (I also give myself a break for 15-20 minutes after long hours of work to just unwind, relax, listen to music, talk to my family and friends, and reflect on myself. It helps me keep calm and keep my thoughts together.