ABOUT
Hi, I'm Prarthanaa Singhal!
(she, her)
Tucson, AZ
English, Hindi, German
December 30, 2001
I am a recent graduate of the University of Arizona, with dual degrees in Finance and MIS. My education and internship experiences have equipped me with a strong foundation in investment and financial analysis, as well as the ability to leverage data and technology for strategic business decisions. I bring analytical and problem-solving skills to every challenge, delivering impactful results through data-driven insights and innovative solutions. My background also includes a commitment to sustainability, having worked on initiatives that promote environmentally responsible practices. I am a proactive and results-driven individual, eager to apply my expertise to drive business growth and solve complex problems in the financial industry.
Skills & Interests
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MS Excel
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Python
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SQL
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Bloomberg Terminal
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Tableau
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MS Power BI
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SAS Programming
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Amazon Web Services
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MS Project
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HTML
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Investment Analysis
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Financial Modeling
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Process Optimization
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Market Analysis
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ESG Analysis
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Traveling
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Scrapbooking
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Photography
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Dancing
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Baking
Education
University of Arizona, Eller College of Management
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA)
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Majors: Finance & Management Information Systems (MIS)
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​Relevant Coursework: Quantitative Finance, Real Estate Finance, Risk Management & Derivatives, Investments, Database Management Systems, Data Structure & Algorithms, Accounting, Statistics, International Finance
(Aug 2020 - May 2024)
GPA: 3.60
Work Experience
Office of Sustainability, University of Arizona
​Sustainability & Climate Action Plan: Support & Development Specialist
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Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop recommendations within the Equity & Justice working group, contributing to the University's Sustainability & Climate Action Plan.
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Supported the organization of virtual and in-person meetings for the Academics working group, ensuring effective communication and progress tracking.
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Developed concise written reports based on recommendations from the Responsible Sourcing & Investment working group, enhancing communication of sustainability initiatives.
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Assisted in the organization and facilitation of Action Plan-related campus events, promoting sustainability and community engagement.
(Oct 2023 - May 2024)
Credit One Bank
Operations Analytics Intern
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Automated the standardization of letters sent to credit card members, optimizing paragraph usage, eliminating 4-eyed review using Python, MS Excel, and Tableau, and achieving $66,000 in annual cost savings
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Streamlined daily data validation and trend analysis of 60+ million live records using SAS Programming, SQL, MS Excel, and Tableau, resulting in reduced automatic credit card application declines
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Documented the setup process for new buyers of 2.5 million delinquent accounts, ensuring regulatory compliance and achieving an increased efficiency in buyer onboarding procedures
(Jun 2023 - Aug 2023)
Office of Sustainability, University of Arizona
Campus Sustainability Fund (CSF): Communications and Web Content Specialist
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Evaluated and voted on 116 grant proposals, totaling over $4.3 million in requested funding, as a CSF member, contributing to the allocation of resources for sustainability projects
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Managed 7 annual and mini-grants, totaling $242,400, as the project facilitator, achieving streamlined operations and financial efficiency in sustainability projects
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Archived 12 years of Green Fund website data using Google Sheets, cataloging 474 grant projects, resulting in the successful tracking and management of funds totaling $9.27 million
(Jan 2022 - May 2024)
College of Science, University of Arizona
Mathematics Department Administrative Project Support
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Assisted 6,000 students annually by resolving queries to ensure optimal educational support and student success.
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Administered exams for the largest class on campus, improving testing process and efficiency by 15%.
(Sep 2021 - Oct 2023)
Leadership Experience
Delta Sigma Pi (ΔΣΠ) – Gamma Psi
Vice President of Professional Activities
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Orchestrated 32 professional development events in 16 weeks, boosting engagement by 35% among 153 members
(Nov 2023 - May 2024)
Delta Sigma Pi (ΔΣΠ) – Gamma Psi
Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Chair
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Spearheaded ESG education, fostering engagement and ensuring compliance via collaboration with board members
(Apr 2023 - Nov 2023)
Google Developer Students Club (GDSC)
External Affairs Lead
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Forged strategic partnerships, coordinated events, and maintained documentation for impactful community outreach
(Sep 2023 - May 2024)
get to know me better: video edition
(as of Nov 1, 2022)
who am I professionally?
Attached is my Professional Persona Executive Summary (as of Nov 1, 2022). This document provides a clear and comprehensive overview of who I am, my current professional reputation, and my desired professional persona. It's a showcase of my advanced business writing, information design, critical thinking, and analytical abilities.
To create this document, I undertook the following steps:
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Reviewed Preliminary Data: Analyzed initial information to form a baseline.
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Conducted Primary Research: Gathered insights through a Professional Reputation Survey.
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Data Comparison and Analysis: Compared initial data with survey results to identify key trends and insights.
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Document Creation: Crafted and designed the Executive Summary to present my findings effectively.
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Curious about my top talents? You can explore them through the Plum Discovery Survey. This survey highlights my key strengths and capabilities.