International Economics Undergraduate
Delving into SAS from scratch not only expanded my technical proficiency but also showcased the power of perseverance and curiosity. Mastering SQL programming, with a focus on macros, elevated my ability to handle complex data tasks with efficiency and precision.
Through my project based on Jensen and Miller's paper in ECON 442, I significantly strengthened my STATA skills. By replicating their analysis and conducting various robustness checks, I gained hands-on experience in handling large datasets, cleaning and manipulating data, and implementing advanced econometric techniques. This project allowed me to enhance my proficiency in STATA, while also deepening my understanding of empirical research methods.
I led one of the most important academic publications for undergraduate economics students at UBC, managing operations, finances, and team recruitment while implementing innovative strategies to enhance the organization's online presence and improve user experience.
I led my team to win first place at the ProduHacks X EY hackathon with our innovative platform that connects urban gardeners and promotes sustainable food production. Participating taught me valuable project management skills and the importance of effective communication and collaboration.
During my work term as a Business Analyst on the Global Licensing & Royalty Management (GL&RM) team, I was exposed to a new area of work that I had never encountered before. As an International Economics major, I had not previously studied licensing, but I was excited to learn and develop new skills.
As a Chapman Learning Commons Project Assistant, my daily tasks involve cultivating a supportive learning environment for students, faculty, staff, and community members. This includes serving as the first point of contact for patrons, referring them to resources within the CLC and across UBC, and providing technology and equipment support. I also assist with the daily operations of the Learning Centre, foster a friendly and interdisciplinary learning environment, and engage in resources.
Through this task, I demonstrated my ability to read a dataset from the web into R and to clean and wrangle the data into a tidy format. Additionally, I displayed my skills in exploratory data analysis by summarizing the data in at least one table and creating at least one relevant plot using only the training data. These skills are essential for conducting effective data analysis and can be applied in various fields, including business, research, and data science.
Through the CRWR 213 Introduction to Writing for the New Media course, I have learned the fundamental skills required to create compelling content across a variety of digital platforms. The course has helped me understand how to write for different mediums, including podcasting, blogging, and website content, and has provided me with the opportunity to practice my skills in these areas.