Abstract:
Building on foundational concepts, this session explores the evolving role of the business analyst within modern capital markets environments. We will examine how data architecture, regulatory reporting, and risk management frameworks intersect with trading systems, and how emerging technologies such as AI are reshaping workflows across the trade lifecycle.
Attendees will walk away with a clear view of how to position themselves as high-impact BAs capable of driving transformation across front, middle, and back office functions.
Speaker Bio:
Michael Muthurajah is the Founder & Principal Consultant at MD Market Insights, a capital markets consulting and education firm focused on developing elite business analysts and delivering high-impact solutions across trading, risk, and regulatory domains. With over 14 years of experience across institutions including TD Securities, BMO, CIBC, Scotiabank, and Morgan Stanley, Michael specializes in front-office systems, trade lifecycle architecture, and data-driven transformation. He is an active speaker with IIBA chapters and a passionate advocate for bridging business analysis with capital markets expertise.