AKMAL RIZWAN
Dubai – U.A.E.
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An enthusiastic and innovative Post-Graduate Accounting and Finance from Heriot Watt University. Knowledge gained through a variety of theory, hands on experience and projects. Experience includes SPSS, EViews,Tally and ERP. The ability to implement service improvements and promote best finance practices at all times.Strong team collaboration skills. Comfortable with multi-tasking and working within a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates strong attention to detail with a structured approach to problem solving. Produced successful results from analysing data, reviewing and writing accurate with evidence. EDUCATION
2018-2019 Heriot Watt University - Dubai, UAE
MSc. Accounting and Finance
Branch campus of Heriot-Watt University – Edinburgh, Scotland
Thesis titled ‘The Islamic finance in GCC countries and non-GCC countries. Project based on the analysing financial performance of the banks. The intention of this segment is to express a diverse review on Islamic banking and how does the financial performance differ in GCC (Gulf Co-operation Council) and non-GCC Countries. Researched and analysed to see how factors of scaling could be optimised using SPSS and EVIEWS software.
Learnt and applied the concepts of Research Methods in CEO Pay calculations with OLS(Ordinary Least Squares) regression models and to test weak form efficiency of the markets.
Studied a course on Financial Analysis, accredited by ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales), International Accounting Standards, International Managerial Accounting, Emerging Financial Markets, Corporate Finance. 2014-2017 Madonna University - U.A.E.
BSC. International Business and Management
Gold medalist for the course (CGPA – 3.9 out of 4).
Regional campus of Madonna University - Michigan, United States of America.
Thesis titled ‘Cultural difference of India and United Kingdom’.Project based on the laws,religion,Culture is not a force, operating by itself and independent of the human actors. This has a given a depth knowledge on Greet Hofstede’s cultural dimensions such as Power Distance Index, Individualism, Masculinity, Uncertainty Avoidance Index, Long Term Orientation.
Undertook an internship which helped me to learn as how the marketing and sales strategiesdiffer from theuniversity. Gained an excellent experience to know about sales strategies, marketing, strengths and so on about the organization. This internship helped me as an individual to get hands on experience in an office environment and being part of team. 2012-2014 Gulf Model School –Dubai, U.A.E.
POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY
2018-2019 Student Representative
Heriot Watt University,Dubai – U.A.E.
Acted as a strong link between tutors, students and Students’ Union by gathering views from peers regarding various aspects of the course and communicated them with members of staff.
Attended monthly meetings with post-graduate programme coordinator ensuring student involvement in development and planning of courses.
Learnt to manage my time efficiently through studies,part time work and extra -curricular activities and have never missed a deadline for coursework.
Organised volley-ball tournament for course-mates to encourage team spirit by booking the venue as well as marketing them via emails and course's Facebook page.
Organised campus tours to Hatta and Fujairah in U.A.E. 2014-2017 Student Representative
Madonna University – U.A.E.
Elected by students as student representative for 3 consecutive years.
Organised ‘Madonna University UAE – Food Fest’. Responsibilities include collaborating with other team members as well as negotiating and liaising with venue managers.
Organise campus tours to Jabel Hafeeth in Abu Dhabi and Al- Ain Fun City. ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Software SPSS, EViews, Thomason Reuters, Osiris and Microsoft Office. Languages Fluent English, Hindi, Malayalam. Intermediate Arabic. VOLUNTEERING
February2019 The International Day -Heriot Watt University
Have been a member and attended regular meetings,listening to speakers and enjoyed the social events
References available on request
WORK EXPERIENCE
Oct.2019 –
Jan 2020
Jan2015-
Feb. 2015
Printex Printing Press – Dubai, U.A.E.
Intern - Accounts
Acquired problem solving skills in Tally Erp 9 accounting system by identifying and correcting error payments and reconciling vendor statements.
Improved client relationships by resolving outstanding payments from past three years.
Performed all accounting features including bank reconciliations, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Sales Invoices, Delivery Note, Local Purchase Order and Contra Entries. Consulate General of India, Dubai-U.A.E.
Intern
Worked as Digitization Programmer
Scanning the Documents
Editing the Documents