38/1, Hazi Habibur Rahman Road

Bottola, Mitty Bari, Boro Dewra

Tongi, Gazipur- 1711
Cell: 01684608851
E-mail: shourav.ib@hotmail.com
November 11, 2014
In-charge
Human Resources Division
ARGUS Credit Rating Services Ltd.
Level 13, BDBL Bhaban, 8
Rajuk Avenue, Dhaka-1000
Subject: Application for Research Trainee position
Dear Sir:
I am writing to apply for the Research Trainee position in ARGUS Credit Rating Services
Ltd. as advertised on bdjobs.com. I have a keen interest in pursuing a career in credit rating
services, and strongly believe my education and professional credential are appropriate for
the position.
As you can see from the enclosed CV, I have completed BBA in International Business from
University of Dhaka and recently attended MBA final examination. Besides my academic
education, I have been pursuing Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and have
cleared CFA level II this year. Currently I am working as an intern in VIPB Asset
Management Company Ltd.
I have in-depth expertise in carrying out investment research using appropriate valuation
tools, making investment recommendation incorporating both financial statement information
and relevant development in the particular industry, executing trade according to trading rule
etc. In addition, I possess sound knowledge of financial modeling for valuation purpose in
MS Excel and have strong communication skill to convince negotiating parties.
In summary, I believe I have the financial knowledge, skills and competencies to make a
significant contribution to your organization. I would appreciate an interview to discuss my
qualifications in greater detail. Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Yours faithfully,

Ahmed Ashikur Rahman

Enclosure

Ahmed Ashikur Rahman

38/1, Hazi Habibur Rahman Road
Bottola, Mitty Bari, Boro Dewra
Tongi, Gazipur-1711
Cell: 01684608851
E-mail: shourav.ib@hotmail.com

Career Objective
To obtain the Research Trainee position in ARGUS Credit Rating Services Ltd. so as to
contribute to its economic fortune through applying the knowledge gained while pursuing
CFA designation in workplace

Experience
Intern , VIPB Asset Management Company
October 19,2014 Present
Job Responsibility: Updating NAV data of Mutual Funds, comparing fund returns over a
specified time horizon, determining appropriate stocks for investment purpose, modeling the
extent of banks exposure in capital market etc.

Academic Qualifications
MBA Major in International Business, University of Dhaka
CGPA: 3.10 (on a scale of 4.00) [ Result of 1st semester ]

2012 2013

BBA Major in International Business, University of Dhaka

Passing year: 2013
CGPA: 3.48 (on a scale of 4.00)

2008 2012

HSC Notre Dame College, Dhaka

Passing year: 2008
Group: Business Studies
GPA: 5.00 (on a scale of 5.00)
SSC Safiuddin Sarker Academy, Gazipur
Passing year: 2006
Group: Business Studies
GPA: 5.00 (on a scale of 5.00)

2006 2007

2004 2005

Professional Qualifications
Cleared Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level II CFA Institute, USA

2014

Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA) ISCEA, USA

2014

Skills and Abilities

Capable of developing financial models using look up and reference function, simulation
and optimization, advanced filtering, buttons box, dash board etc.

Capable of incorporating the development in macro-economic environment of

Bangladesh as well as the current aspect of socio-economic agenda of the interest groups
in project plans to make prudent investment decision

In-depth understanding of fundamental analysis, trading rules, market research through

top-down/ bottom up approach, feasibility analysis of projects, capital budgeting etc.

Effective communicator and fast diligent learner

Awards and Achievements

Ptak Prize Scholarship Supply Chain Case Competition 2014

Obtained 100% scholarship for Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA) program as a
team member of the FBSD: 0113/14 group

Education Board Scholarship for securing GPA 5.00 in both SSC and HSC exam

Training
Financial Modeling Master Class Professional Financial Studies (PFS)

Personal Details
Fathers Name: Md. Eklasur Rahman
Mothers Name: Shahanara Sultana
Date of Birth: November 08, 1991

References
Suborna Barua
Assistant Professor
Department of International Business
University of Dhaka
Cell: 01911448162
Hamid Mohammad Javed Ashraf
Executive Officer
Social Islami Bank Ltd.
Head Office, Motijheel, Dhaka
Cell: 01716427218

2013