Patrick Tedham Resume
Apartment 1
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
**************@*******.***
Objective
As a beginner in the field of Human Resource, I would like to utilize my
positive attitude, interpersonal and communication skills as well as my
professional approach at organization. I aim to apply my qualities such as
openness, respect, empathy and listening to achieve new heights in this
position. My objective would be to contribute effectively to the
advancement of the organization. I would also like to learn managerial
skills from senior managers and to excel in this job effectively and
successfully.
Key Skills
. Initiative and Adaptability
. Team Working and Leadership
. Effective Communication
. Strong Interpersonal skills
. Hard Working
. Highly Motivated
Education
Aquinas College,
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Master of Management Graduate Program (October 2010 - present)
To further develop and improve my strategic thinking and planning,
understanding of organizational culture and how to effectively motivate and
lead people; I am enrolled at Aquinas College. So far I have completed 6
out of the required 13 classes with a 4.0 GPA.
Oxford Brookes University,
Oxford, England
Bachelor of Science: Real Estate Management (Sept 2006-May 2009)
2:1, equivalent to 3.5 on a GPA scale.
The course compromised of 6 core subjects: valuation, finance and
investment; property management; planning and development; design,
construction and appraisal of buildings; economics and law.
While studying at university I was hardworking, adaptable and resourceful.
The course required me to be versatile and it equipped me with a number of
portable skills such as effective communication, presentation, IT and
general business knowledge, as well as working in a team.
Abbey Gate College,
Chester, England
September 1994 - June 2004
I achieved 9 GCSE's (A* to C) and 3 A-levels; Product Design: B, Sports
Science: B and Business Studies: C. Whilst in my last year at school I was
deputy Head Boy, which meant I was involved in organizing school events and
also my peers as well as public speaking. I was also a captain of several
sporting teams.
Gap Year - January to June 2005
After leaving Abbey Gate College at the age of 18 I deferred my place at
Oxford Brookes University so I could travel to South Africa to volunteer at
a Mission School called Tiger Kloof. I self-funded the trip by working at a
supermarket for four months, my tasks were to restock shelves, help and
advise customers and basic administration work. Living and working in South
Africa was an amazing experience, which gave me the opportunity to
experience a different culture and taught me how to integrate into a
different way of life. This required initiative, dedication and discipline.
Employment History
Kennolyn Camps Soquel, CA
Head Men's Counselor and Instructor
Summer 2010
I was heavily involved in the running of the camp as well as organizing and
training staff of varying ages and different nationalities. My goal was to
help counselors do the best job possible by building trusted relationships
with them. It was both a rewarding and demanding position which required me
to be adaptable, motivated and strong leadership, as well as excellent time
management.
Self-employed Landscape Gardener
Cheshire, England
September 2009 - May 2010
To fund my travelling back and forth to Michigan I did numerous jobs from
painting to small building jobs. This required initiative and commitment.
Kennolyn Camps Soquel, CA
Cabin Counselor and Instructor
Summer 2009
This was a highly enjoyable and rewarding job that required me to be
adaptable, responsible and creative to ensure that campers had a fantastic
summer. I had to create an environment that was educational, fun and safe.
Various Jobs
Summers 2007 & 2008
I undertook a variety of jobs including bar work, office work, babysitting
and gardening. These helped develop my customer relationship skills and I
was often working under pressure with challenging clients.
Supermarket Employee
September - December 2004
My tasks were to restock shelves, help and advise customers and basic
administration work. I had to be customer orientated and complete tasks to
a timeframe.
References
Available on request.