Laud's Resume

Laud Torkornoo

(Curriculum Vitae)

Education -Work Experience-Computer Skills- Other Skills-Membership-Hobbies- Contact

Education

1998-1999

The University of Huddersfield (School of Computing and Mathematics)

MSc. Information Systems(Modules include: Object-Oriented Analysis and Design, Information Technology Infrastructure, Database Systems, Information Systems Management, Computer-based Problem Solving, Rapid Application Development, Systems Approach and World Wide Web Graphical User Interface Authoring.)

Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, UK.

1996-1997

The University of Huddersfield (Training and Quality Services)

IPD Certificate in Training Practice(Modules studied include: Training Needs Analysis, Design and Development of Learning Events, Learning Support Materials Design, Training Delivery and Evaluation )

Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, UK.

1993-1996

The University of Reading (Department of Community Studies)

BA(Hons)(Modules studied include: Research Methods, Social Policy, Sociology, Social Psychology and Management Studies)

Reading, Berkshire UK.

Work Experience

1997-1998

Omega Services Ltd

Data Analyst (Design stock control database and assisted in designing a tracking system to monitor delivery of lease vehicles to major motor dealers across the United Kingdom)

Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK.

1996-1997

The University of Reading (Department of Community Studies)

Research Assistant (Identified the size and distribution of the Black African population within Berkshire through a study of the 1991 Census results and local authority records. Carried out the review of literature as well as UK HIV Prevention, Treatment and Care physical projects for Black Africans and similar populations. Co- authoured the final report published by West Berkshire Health Authority and Social Services)

Reading, Berkshire, UK.

1994-1995

Parceline UK Ltd (Reading Depot)

Part-Time Sorter (Sorted over 500 pieces of parcels on a daily basis, processed sameday and nextday deliveries. Check labels and completed invoices for accuracy and make corrections if necessary. Handle customer walk-in contacts on site)

Reading, Berkshire, UK.

1990-1993

Autoclenz UK Ltd (Reading Site)

Site Manager (Responsible for a sub-contract site, Staff recruitment, Training and Development, Quality Control and Customer Care)

Reading, Berkshire, UK.

Computer Skills

Development tools & Languages

HTML, Java, SQL, Javascript, Visual Basic, Select SSADM, Select OMT, Oracle/SQL and Microsoft Access

Development platforms

PCs, Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT, Unix and Linux

Applications

Microsoft Office 7 Pro, Dreamweaver 2, Microsoft Publisher 97, HTMLWriter, PaintShop 5

Other Skills

Research

Questionnaire Design and Data Analysis, Conduct Interviews, Tabulate and analyze findings, Write Reports

Communication

Strong Interpersonal skills, Effective Team player and Team organiser

Membership/Awards

1997-Date

Institute of Personnel and Development

AssocIPD(Associate member of the Institute of Personnel and Development )

London, UK.

1996

University of Reading

First Class Honours(Community and Youth Studies)

Reading, Berkshire UK.

Hobbies

Sports

Football, Athletics, Boxing and Lawn Tennis

Music

Afro Beat, Highlife, Reggae, Raga, Rhythm and Bass(R&B) Pop and Jazz Fusion

Contact

Should you need to contact me for further information, just

[email protected]
Both my CV and full details are available on request in a Word format.

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