Orsolya C. Bencze
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Objectives: To utilize my education and work experience in an environment that will promote
my professional and personal development.
Area of expertise: statistical analysis, data collection, data analysis, survey design, project
management.
Education
Ph.D. in Statistics and Forest Biomaterials 2011
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
M.S. in Economics and Project Management 2007
University of West Hungary
Work Experience
Research and Teaching Assistant 2008 –
present
North Carolina State University - Raleigh, NC
- Developed a national certification program that helps to rate homes based on
their resilience against natural disasters in cooperation with the Dept. of Homeland
Security;
- Conducted survey to analyze homeowners’ natural disaster experience using
several data collection techniques. Verified data integrity, provided solutions for data
representation using analytical skills and statistical softwares;
- Consulted with housing related stakeholders, eg. insurance companies, to
determine specific needs and to ensure proper communication.
Project Manager 2006 - 2007
Regional Development Council of West Hungary
- Prepared annual financial reports, maintained project documentation, and
performed basic accounting and financial procedures;
- Organized public relation activities utilizing strong communication and problem
solving skills;
- Developed marketing plans and promotional materials.
Financial Analyst and Advisor 2005 - 2006
BROKERNET Financial Advisor Inc., Budapest, Hungary
Advised customers about investment possibilities
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Ensured customer satisfaction by resolving concerns professionally and quickly
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Performed financial analysis in a fast paced environment
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Attended professional trainings to improve marketing and sales skills
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Special skills
Software Applications: SAS, SPSS, MySQL, JUMP, MS Office, SAS Enterprise Guide
Language skills: Spanish (moderate), Hungarian (native)
Certifications: Project Management, Six Sigma
References available upon request.
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