Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Accomplishments
Paper presented and reviewed
Projects and Research
References
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Dr. SHAZIA GHUFRAN

Dr. SHAZIA GHUFRAN

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with expertise in statistical analysis, data modelling, and process optimisation. Proficient in tools such as Alteryx, Minitab, SPSS, R, and SQL, with advanced Excel mastery and comprehensive knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. Skilled in decision-making, time management, and solving complex calculations to deliver actionable insights. Adept at providing statistical consultation to support data-driven strategies and enhance organisational performance.

Experienced Statistician with knack for solving complex problems through data analysis and innovative methodologies. Leveraged statistical models to drive actionable insights, resulting in improved business decision-making and measurable impacts. Known for simplifying intricate data into clear, understandable formats for diverse audiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4018
4018
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Statistician

Statistics Centre- Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhbai
01.2021 - 01.2025
  • Managed key economic indicators (Rent Price Index, PPI, IPI, COLI).
  • Led stakeholder coordination for economic statistics and policy projects.
  • Automated index calculations using Alteryx, improving accuracy and efficiency.
  • Developed COLI with an enhanced methodology for better policy decisions.
  • Produced high-quality reports ensuring data reliability for policymakers.

Assistant Professor - Department of Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University, India
, India
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Taught Statistics to 200+ graduate students using data-driven methods.
  • Designed exams based on statistical analysis of student performance.
  • Applied statistical techniques to assess learning outcomes.
  • Presented statistical research at national and international conferences.
  • Developed curricula integrating advanced statistical methodologies.

Education

PhD - Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University

M. Phil - Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University

M. Sc. (Honours) - Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University

B. Sc. (Honours) - Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University

Skills

  • Alteryx
  • Minitab
  • SPSS
  • R
  • SQL
  • Decision making
  • Time-management
  • Complex calculation solving
  • Excel mastery
  • Statistical consultation
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Certification

  • Introduction to SQL
  • Fellowship Certificate Cohort-2
  • Certificate for Intrapreneurship
  • Certificate for Data Visualization
  • Intermediate Level SQL

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Accomplishments

  • Optimized decision-making using Operations Research techniques.
  • Developed mathematical programming models, improving resource allocation.
  • Designed robust sampling methods for accurate statistical analysis.
  • Implemented optimization techniques to enhance system efficiency.
  • Utilized R for automation, statistical analysis, and data visualization.
  • Led research design projects, ensuring methodological rigor.
  • Developed the Cost of Living Index from the ground up and automated its calculation, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in economic analysis.

Paper presented and reviewed

  • Presented papers at ISOS-2008, ICDASEAST-2010, ICNTLT-2011, ICNDTA-2011, NMRSMS-2011, VII ISOS-2012, and multiple national/international conferences.
  • Attended conferences including ICM 2010, CIAS 2012, and the Game Theory in Policies & Decisions Conference.
  • Reviewed research for the Journal of Mathematical Modelling and Algorithm, Communications in Statistics - Simulation and Computation, Aligarh Journal of Statistics, and Journal of Modern Applied Statistical Methods.

Projects and Research

  • Conducted a statistical study on "Consciousness and Attitude towards Health and Hygiene of Aligarh Muslim University Community," leading to improved campus health policies.
  • Analyzed "Calibration of the Problems of Students of Women’s College, A.M.U., Aligarh," providing recommendations that enhanced student support services.
  • Co-authored "An Optimum Multivariate Stratified Sampling Design with Nonresponse: A Lexicographic Goal Programming Approach," published in the Journal of Mathematical Modelling and Algorithm.
  • Co-authored "Optimum Allocation in Two-Stage Stratified Randomized Response Model," .

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Statistician

Statistics Centre- Abu Dhabi
01.2021 - 01.2025

Assistant Professor - Department of Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University, India
01.2018 - 01.2019

M. Phil - Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University

M. Sc. (Honours) - Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University
  • Introduction to SQL
  • Fellowship Certificate Cohort-2
  • Certificate for Intrapreneurship
  • Certificate for Data Visualization
  • Intermediate Level SQL

PhD - Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University

B. Sc. (Honours) - Statistics

Aligarh Muslim University
Dr. SHAZIA GHUFRAN