Hussam Alaskar

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05/08/1985
Pocatello, Idaho
Huss85am@hotmail.com
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Mr. Alaskar is a student at Idaho State University, and is majoring in Finance. He started his studies in January 2012, and will graduate in
May 2016. After graduation, Mr. Alaskars goal is to pursue a successful career in Finance. During summer 2014, he did a prestigious
internship at the National Bank of Saudi Arabia. During that internship, he had a chance to develop two analytical papers: on the real
estate market conditions and on the regional unemployment market as well as a summary report about Core and Headline Inflations. In
September 2014, Mr. Alaskar has become a treasurer in the Finance Association at Idaho State University. As a treasurer, he has been
able to significantly increase the associations funds, and has been involved in several projects. Recently, Mr. Alaskar along with 3
teammates represented his university in the global financial competition called CFA Institute Research Challenge. His work was concluded
by writing a research report with a strong buy recommendation, and an oral presentation to a panel of industry professionals.

Professional Experience

09.2014 05.2015

Idaho State University, Finance Association

Pocatello, ID

Finance Association at Idaho State University is a professional group of students who major in business fields (with emphasis on Finance majors). The members
goals are to continuously develop themselves, as well as broaden their financial knowledge. The FA values the power of networking, which manifests in organizing
meetings with professionals and bringing guests speakers who can give a wider perspective on current business issues. The members of FA also organize events,
which aim at additional fundraising and allowing non-majors students to get a basic financial knowledge.

Position:

Treasurer in Finance Association

(09.2014 05.2015)

Responsibilities:

Keeping all financial records

Preparing paperwork to pay bills and dues
Preparing annual budget
Preparing all budget requests for funds

Additional responsibilities:

Coordinating fundraising drive

Achievements:

Significantly increased the amount of associations funds thanks to the energetic fundraising.
Involved in organizing a stock picking contest with money prizes for the winners.
The club has been chosen to receive Club of the Year award as the best association at the university.

06.2014 06.2014

National Bank of Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

National Bank of Saudi Arabia is a central bank of Saudi Arabia. It fulfils three basic functions: 1. It has a sole right to issue the currency. 2. It performs the
regulatory functions with regard to other banks. 3. It provides banking services to the central government.
Department: Statistics and Foreign Exchange.

Position:

Intern (06.2014 06.2014)

Responsibilities:

Acquaintance with the monetary policy conducted by the National Bank as well as its role, obligations and authorizations.
Developing a summary report about Core and Headline Inflations, in the collaboration with the employees of the Economic Institute ("Core
Inflation - Reliable But Not Perfect").
Developing two analytical papers: on the real estate market conditions and on the regional unemployment market.

Additional responsibilities:

Analysis and drawing conclusions from the surveys filled out by the unemployed citizens.
Acquaintance with the work in the Operations and Accounting Department, Cash and Treasury Department as well as in the Economic Institute
of National Bank of Saudi Arabia.

Achievements:

Showed initiative and interest in the work placement program and proved subject knowledge during practical assignments.
Prepared a successful summary report on the core and headline inflations, which was based on a reliable review of publications and a critical
analysis of existing measures of core inflation applied by the National Bank of Saudi Arabia.
Had 2 weeks to prepare the above paper. During that time spent one week on research and analysis, and one week on developing the essence
of the paper. Thanks to good organizational skills was able to successfully complete the assignment.

Education

January 2012 - May 2016

Idaho State University

Moscow, Idaho

Bachelors in Business Administration

Major: General Finance
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Achievements:

Deans List: Spring 2012, Fall 2012, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015.
Chosen as an Outstanding Student for Finance Major during year 2014-2015 (the best student majoring in Finance).
Selected to Mortar Board National College Senior Honor Society, January 2014, September 2014.

October 2011 - December 2011

The University of Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The Faculty of Economics and Sociology

Major: Business Analytics
Achievements:

Received a semester-long scholarship based on being in the top 50% of students in the Business Analytics major.

Projects, Trainings & Courses

CFA Institute Research Challenge, a global competition in which students valuate a publicly traded company, (11.2014-03.2015).

Awarded a diploma for the Outstanding Investment Research.

Wrote a report with a strong buy recommendation as of January 15th for Boise Cascade Stock (ticker: BCC).

With 3 other teammates delivered an oral presentation to a panel of industry professionals supporting our recommendation.
Economics Course Homo Economicus, organized by the Faculty of Economics and Sociology, University of Riyadh, (02.2010 - 04.2010).

Learned the basics of technical analysis, fundamental analysis and derivatives.

Learned the basics of investments on the stock market.

Languages
Arabic
English
French

native language
full professional proficiency
limited working proficiency (currently learning)

Additional Information
Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Minitab.
Communication: Skillful verbal and written communication (including public speaking), empathetic listener.
Personality: able to adapt in multicultural environments, possess analytical skills, eager to learn, planned & organized, team player.
Professional interests: active trading, NYSE.
Hobby: tennis, global politics.
SAT Math Section: 750 out of 800 points.