Ninad Khanzode

ABOUT ME

Highly motivated and results-driven MSc Management Consultancy student at UCD with skills in Microsoft Excel and SQL for data extraction and analysis. I am proficient in data visualization using tools like Tableau and have experience in creating compelling presentations to effectively communicate complex findings. I am passionate about solving complex business challenges and believe in the idea of continuous learning and improvement. With my academic background, real-world experiences, and analytical skills I am eager to excel in the consulting industry.

EXPERIENCE

2020 - 2023

Interim Manager

AMP Systems & Consultancy Pvt Ltd

I led a family-owned SME specializing in IT infrastructure and server room management, steering it through the challenges of the Covid-19 crisis despite my lack of prior tech industry experience. My responsibilities included overseeing the company budget, aligning it with strategic goals, and optimizing resource allocation, resulting in a 15% reduction in expenditure and a 7% increase in profit margins. I successfully decentralized decision-making, enhancing pivoting speed, and analyzed customer contracts to identify revenue opportunities and risks. Through cultivating strong client relationships, I boosted client acquisition and retention rates by 40% and 75%, respectively, while fostering trust and loyalty with key stakeholders.

2023 - 2024

MSc Management Consultancy

BearingPoint - DSS | CRH Plc | Hemp Heros

Led a project assessing the financial services sector’s compliance with new DSS legislation regarding customers with decision-making arrangements. Conducted research, surveys, and interviews, aligning DSS Codes of Practice with Consumer Protection Codes. Collaborated with stakeholders including the Mental Health Commission and Central Bank, integrating safeguarding requirements and human rights legislation. Provided guidance to the project team and delivered a detailed report with actionable recommendations. Conducted market research on the functional mushroom industry, developing a strategic plan for market entry, product line, and advertising strategy for Hemp Heros an Irish SME. Proposed a sustainable construction plan for CRH PLC, reducing glass waste by 37% and increasing profitability by 19%, utilizing Bloomberg Analytics for financial analysis.

EDUCATION

2019 - 2022

Bachelor of Commerce in Cost Accounting

University of Pune

Subjects : Cost Accounting, Advanced Accounting, Global Economic Development, Business Regulatory Framework, Company Law, Business Communication, Business Management, Auditing and Taxation

2023 - 2024

Masters in Management Consultancy​

UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School​

Subjects : Management Consulting Principles, Project Management, Change Management, Competitive and Corporate Strategy, Entrepreneurship

SKILLS

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

MySQL

Project Management

Strategic Management

Critical Thinking

Business Communication

WordPress

Google BigQuery

Tableau

R - Studio

Change Management

Data Analysis

Problem-solving

Team Collaboration