Amber Crum
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Objective
Career opportunity in the field of International Business, in which research knowledge, leadership abilities, language skills, and experience abroad can contribute to an organization’s goals.
Education
Southeastern Louisiana University (SELU), Hammond, LA
Bachelor of Business Administration: International Business Concentration
Minor: Spanish/Italian Graduation Date: Dec 2011 GPA: 3.8 Magna Kum Laude
Course work includes: International Marketing; International Finance; Communications for International Business; Spanish for Business and International Trade; Supply Chain Management; Macro & Micro Economics; Managerial Accounting; Business Strategy
Università degli Studi di Verona, Verona, Italy Aug 2010 – Aug 2011
Economia Lingue e Letterature Straniere
Key Qualifications
• Exceptional ability to communicate across cultures and present information in an engaging manner.
• Strong leadership skills acquired through active involvement in student organizations and in ROTC.
• Organizational, research and planning, and multitasking skills developed through educational and work experiences.
• Advanced proficiency in Italian; intermediate proficiency in Spanish
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office - Word, Power Point, Excel, 50 wpm
Experience
Ruby’s Boutique, Hammond, LA, Sept. 2011 – Dec 2011 Internship: fashion merchandising
Made creative window displays, assisted customers: worked to close sales, match customers with products.
Lowes: Home Improvement, Cashier, Hammond, LA, July 2008-Aug 2010
Provided courteous and efficient customer service. Assisted with inventory: stocking, front and face, reporting shrinkage.
Barnes and Nobles Café, Barista, Hilton Head Island, SC, May 2007-January 2008
Greeted and assisted customers in selecting items. Performed merchandise stocking functions, maintaining organized displays
Accomplishments
Italian Club: Cultural Development; President, Secretary
Assist the President and members in raising cultural awareness in our community while promoting SELU, more specifically the Foreign Language Department
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Member
Attend conferences and learn networking, leadership skills, self exploration, and how to apply personal skills as a leader
Sigma Alpha Pi: Leadership Society. Treasurer
Manage organization finances while working with Fundraiser Coordinator and President to reach specific goals
Spanish Club: Cultural Development. Member
Assist faculty adviser and other members with raising awareness of Spanish Club. At meetings, practice Spanish language.
Phi Sigma Iota International Foreign Language Honor Society
Fall 2011: Presidents list, Fall 2007 through Fall 2011 Dean's List
Study Abroad
Italy: Verona, through Rotary International: The Rotary Foundation Aug 2010-Aug 2011
I spent a year in Italy traveling and experiencing immersion in European culture. I am now fluent in Italian up to level B2. Completed courses in: International Marketing and Logistics; History of Business; Italian; History of Theater and Entertainment.
Italy: Rome, Viterbo, Sorrento, Capri, Napoli, Pompeii, through SELU Summer 2009
I traveled and learned about the Italian culture, history and language. I had the opportunity to develop contacts and practice speaking Italian. Completed two college courses and became more proficient in the Italian language.
Germany, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, through The Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts,
from December 2006-January 2007 I traveled to Europe for the first time. Attended local festivals, and learned about US/European cultural differences and life in the European Union.
References provided on request