CV,Finance And Investment Graduate Targeting UK, UAE Or South Korea

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Skills keywords: asset management, financial advisory, financial analyst

Short Bio:

I am a Finance and Investment Graduate from Unversity of Strathclyde and also a BA. Economics holder.After finishing my undergraduate degree I joined METL Group in Tanzania as production reporting officer and junior accountant. These two roles introduced me into the working world and enabled me to gain knowledge of software like ERP and frequent exposure to use of Ms Excel, Ms Powerpoint and MS Word. Now looking to join a reputable company to give opportunity for career progression.

Current location:  Scotland, United Kingdom - View on map

Nationality: Tanzanian

Preferred Sector of Employment:  accounting and finance, Banking Insurance and Financial Services

Spoken languages: english, Swahili

Location I am interested in working: Anywhere

Profile

A hard working and self-motivated Investment and Finance graduate. Highly interested in finance and asset management roles in a reputable organization where solid communication and interpersonal skills will be accessed.

Education

MSc Investment and Finance
2014 – 2015
University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom

The program has provided me with an understanding of financial theory and analysis, appreciation of the nature of financial markets and institution, knowledge of accounting principle together with financial statement analysis. Furthermore, I have been made aware of techniques for the valuation of bonds and equities, understanding of derivatives and quantitative analysis in finance as well as an ability to develop portfolios and investment strategies to meet risk-return objectives.

Key Modules: Principles of Finance, Accounting and Financial Analysis, Derivatives and Treasury Management, Portfolio Theory and Management, International Financial Markets and Banking, Behavioral Finance and Security Analysis.

Projects: (i) An Event Study Analysis: The impact of M&A on the value of the firms, (ii) A Financial Analysis and Valuation of UK Mail Group, (iii) Critical Literature Review: Efficiency of UK Capital Market.

Bachelor of Arts in Economics
2010 – 2013
Ardhi University, Tanzania

On completion of the modules, I became more aware of economic principles, problems and how to deal with these economic problems. Econometrics provided me with knowledge on how to incorporate economic theory, mathematics and statistics so as to describe various economic phenomenons. Through dissertation I was able to use econometric package (STATA) to analyze economic data which enhanced my research and report writing skills.

Key Modules: Intermediate Macro & Microeconomics, Econometrics, Quantitative Methods for Economics, International Economics, Development Economics and Dissertation.

Dissertation: An empirical analysis for the determinants of exchange rate in Tanzania

Career History

Volunteer, CIUK Career Fair, Glasgow, United Kingdom
March 2015

• Received and registered guests and attendees as well as taking records

• Supervised and ensured the smooth operation of the career fair, provided guidance and support as required

Junior Accountant, METL Group
June 2014 – Aug. 2014

• Posted Credit Transfer Note, CTN’s using ERP

• Securing travelers checks for expatriates and workers on international assignment

• Carried out bank reconciliation and provided support as required

Assistant Production Reporting Officer- METL Group Agriculture Department
March 2014 – May 2014

• Daily collection of report regarding production, distribution and balance stock in Tea and Sisal estates

• Daily confirmation of amount of produce dispatched

• Compiled reports and ensured balance conforms to computer data for review by senior management

Customer Assistant- Mr. Price Clothing Store
Jan. 2013 – Feb. 2014

• Assisted customers in locating goods as well as providing guidance

• Welcomed customers to the store; ensured that they are informed of current sales and discounts

• Assisting at till points when required

• Handled customer complaints and issued refund appropriately

Census Officer, Tanzania
Aug. 2012 – Sept. 2012

• Attended seminars and training on demography

• Collected and reported demographic data

• Actively participated in the sensitization of the public on the benefits on census data

Technical Skills

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office packages, Excel, Word, etc.

• Data Analysis in Econometrics Package (STATA)

• Report writing

Other Information

Professional:  Member of Ardhi University Economic Association (ARUEA) 2010-2013

Leadership: Member of Parliament in Ardhi University Representatives Council 2012-2013

Hobbies

Traveling, music and photography

References

Available on request