How to transition from management consulting to commodity/futures trading (I.e. risk management)? Books to read, general advice, anything is appreciated!

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These are... fairly different career paths if you're taking about going into trading professionally at a firm.

You'll likely need an MBA, or start at some smaller shop

Even an MBA from a top school won’t be your ticket into such a profession. You’re better off trying to learn as much on your own and network with folks.

That’s what I’m thinking, just not sure where to start

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