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Personal details Name: Nikolaos Papageorgiou Personal statement:


What has always pushed me forward is the desire to learn new things and challenge myself with new experiences. This drive is what led me from my native Greece to Denmark, transformed me from a high-school graduate to an M.Sc graduate, and took me throught several different working positions. This drive is also the reason why I apply for the IBM Business Consultant position.

Eligibility to work in the UK please provide details e.g. EU citizen or work permit/visa details if applicable
EU citizen

Education and qualifications University/Institution


Aarhus School of Business

Years of study
2

Qualification and subject


M.Sc. in International Business

Result/Grade
7.5 Danish scale

Athens University

Managerial Science and Technology

8 Greek scale

London School of Economics

Diploma in Economics

Work experience Company


Bownty

Roles and responsibilities


Business Developer: Data collection and market analysis in order to decide if there is room for expansion in that market and determine the expansion strategy. Business Development. Looking for partnerships and negotiating initial agreements. HR Assistant. Managing the flow of the recruitment process, Handling the administrative and economic part of the training process, Data management and reconstruction of the employees database.

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Skills and achievements Technical orientation please provide us with any information you feel relevant e.g. technical skills, experience with or understanding of technology, interest in solving business problems with technology
(Word limit 150 words) I have used various IT tools in a business environment and have been educated in advanced topics such as programming and database creation. My relationship with IT also extends beyond work and education, as I practice web development as a hobby. Being a programmer affects my approach towards tasks: keeping an open eye for process optimization and creative problem solving is a second nature. It also means that I can master new IT systems very quickly.

Adaptability (Word limit 150 words)


I have lived in different countries and worked in different positions. Living in Denmark in order to study, I also learned the language and managed to sustain myself work-wise. Being used to changes, I get accustomed to new situations easily learn fast, while setting high goals and working hard to achieve them. Whether being a high school top graduate, a M.Sc. student and self-sufficient expatriate or an employee, I always dedicate my full potential to the things I engage myself in.

Skills and achievements contd Teamwork


(Word limit 150 words)

I am used at working effectively in a multicultural setting. Whether it is working as a Guest Contact at a hotel organizing events and other activities, a Market Researcher talking daily with managers from around the globe, or just as a student organizing study groups, international communication and cooperation comes naturally.

Effective communication (Word limit 150 words)

Self-motivation and drive to succeed (Word limit 150 words)


What has always pushed me forward is the desire to learn new things and challenge myself with new experiences. This drive is what led me from my native Greece to Denmark, transformed me from a high-school graduate to an M.Sc graduate, and took me throught several different working positions. This drive is also the reason why I apply for the IBM Business Consultant Programme

Initiative and creative problem solving (Word limit 150 words)


Always eager to learn, I never stand still. Even when the task is taught, I try my best and give 100% of my efforts. Like in my previous Business Developer position. I had to find market data in order to orchestrate an expansion to a foreign country, but the data were scarce. So I collected data from many different sources (surveys, personal research, company statements, interviews), and cross-checked them. Like a jigsaw puzzle, I was able to create a picture of the market by individual research and creative thinking.

Client focus (Word limit 150 words)


Most of my previous positions had the element of communication and client focus. For example as a Guest Contact at a busy hotel I had to guaranty that guests were satisfied with the overall experience, and many times I intervened between different parties (reception, hotel stuff, guests) to achieve it. Or when working as a Market Researcher, and choose to work overtime in the middle of my exam period, so that the project would be delivered to our customer on time. Always responsible towards the people that depend on me, I set high standards for my work, and believe that details make the difference

(Word limit 150 words) I am particularly interested in working with IBM because it is one of the most innovative and successful companies today. I want to join IBM as a Business Consultant because I believe that I have a lot to offer: Eager and energetic, just out of university but with a broad working experience, with a business understanding that encompasses the whole organization, I can offer my fresh point of view. After having carefully studied the IBM website, I was impressed by the volume of education the employees get, and the different areas they get exposed at. As I was persuaded that I will receive all the support and responsibility to complete my tasks and develop myself, I am eager to join IBM and start working in one of the most exciting and respected companies I can think of.

Motivation to apply for this role please provide reasons why you have applied for this particular role

Additional information please provide us with any other information you feel relevant to your application e.g. business acumen, achievements, awards, etc. (Word limit 150 words)
Versatility. I have a wide understanding of business, as my Bachelor and M.Sc. offered knowledge in all Business areas: HR, Procurement, organization and management, Economics, IT. International working experience and flair. Excellent communication and team skills. Advanced IT skills, as I am an amateur web developer. Successful track record producing results with limited supervision.

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