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Masters graduate in development studies at Auckland University. Studied the role of Information Systems (IS) in Indian microfinance. IS technologies included Information Communication Technology (ICTs) Management Information Systems (MIS), and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Involved field work experience. Looking to gain any experience in international development. Can relocate immediately. |
 Contact Lucas Watt
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Area of Expertise: |
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Communications, Media, Knowledge Management, Editor
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Private Sector, Social Enterprise, Corporate Social Responsibility
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Trade, Finance, Economics, Cooperation, Global
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Professional Experience: |
I've interned at World Vision New Zealand for 6 months where I updated their research on the impact of savings groups.
I've worked in the hospitality industry for 6 years whilst studying
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Education: |
- Conjoint bachelor degree(2008-11)
Bachelor of Commerce majoring economics. Notable papers.
o Advanced microeconomics
o Resource economics
o Environmental economics
o Firms and markets
o Econometrics
o International economics
Bachelor of Arts majoring in history. Notable papers
o Mao Zedong, revolution and China
o Early modern Japan 1600-1868
o The Dutch and The East India Company
o Barbarians: Antiquity to Vikings
o Problems in historical method
o Science, religion, and politics
o 5 German language papers
o Cumulative GPA: 5.944
-Post graduate diploma in arts majoring in development studies.(2012)
Acquired with distinction. Notable papers.
o Development praxis (tender writing)
o Early theories of international development
o Contemporary theories of international development
o Emerging practices of international development (microfinance)
o The Pacific: Interdisciplinary studies
o Contemporary global governance
o Introduction into thesis writing
o Cumulative GPA: 7.25
- Masters in arts majoring in development studies. (2013- Feb 2014)
Specialising in microfinance.
o Field work in India
o Analysis of academic literature on Indian microfinance
o Exploration of theoretical frameworks and research methods
o Writing of a master thesis
The title of my thesis is "Socio-Technical Structures in Andhra Pradesh Microfinance" (awaiting publication)
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Affiliations and Achievements: |
National (New Zealand) basketball Championship with:
Westlake Boys High School (2006)
North Harbour (2009)
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Available for: |
- Job opportunities
- Internships / Fellowships
- Being headhunted – make me an offer
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