SM Shafiqul Alam
Tampere
Summary
I am an accomplished professional with advanced teaching, research, and project management skills, extensive department leadership experience, and expertise in circular economy, sustainable development, and supply chain management. I am a detail-oriented team player capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor
Department of Public Administration, Islamic University
03.2020 - Current
- I am currently on visiting status and dedicated to teaching and research in organizational theory and human resource management.
- Lead a dynamic research team, and provide supervision for two Master's and one Ph.D thesis online
- Identify research opportunities for students, assisting with gathering data and drawing conclusions for projects.
- Use different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Contribute to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
Researcher
Faculty of Education and Culture, Tampere University
01.2020 - Current
- Working volunterily in EquJust Research Group (https://equjust.wordpress.com/group/).
- Coordinate collaborative research projects including VETcross and SUDEVET between Finland, China, Bangladesh, Tanzania, Uganda, and Iraq
- Coordinate the Erasmus Mobility Plus program between Tampere University and Islamic University Bangladesh
- Develop research proposals, identified research objectives and created research plans.
- Collaborate with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
- Analyzed and interpreted patterns and trends.
- Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
- Write research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding sustainability in vocational education and training.
Planning Support Expert
Climate and environmental Policy Unit, Tampere City
01.2022 - 04.2022
- I played a crucial role in supporting the overall planning of Tampere's climate and environmental policy
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Monitored electricity and waste emissions
- Assisted realistic plan for achieving the carbon-neutral target for a more sustainable future.
Waste Management & Sustainable Development Expert
Tredu-Hervanta, Tampere City
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted three surveys to assess the current waste management and sustainability situation at the Tredu Hervanta office.
- Analyzed data for trends, patterns and indicators of potential noncompliance.
- Investigated and reported on violations of environmental regulations.
- Developed comprehensive environmental compliance plans and recommended strategies to improve waste management and sustainability on campus
- Developed plan and recommended the implementation of the Green Campus certification program to promote sustainable development at Tredu Hervanta.
Associate Professor
Department of Politics and Public Administration, Islamic University
03.2017 - 03.2020
- I was tasked with a range of responsibilities including teaching, conducting research, and supervising graduate and post-graduate thesis projects, as well as internship reports
- I taught a variety of courses including Organization Theories, Public Policy, Environmental Management, Project Management, and International Business.
- Advised student groups, assisting learners in educational programs both on and off campus.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Made contributions in curricular development and innovation in teaching strategies.
- Mentored students and advised on career paths, degree requirements and post-graduate education options.
Experiential Expert
Tampere University of Applied Science
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Played a key role in two projects: International Tampere Hub (ITH) and Korkeakoulun kielta ja ohjausta maahanmuuttajien taustaisille (KORKO).
- Assisted in the development of the study and stay module for immigrant students.
- Developed and conducted a survey among immigrant background students on study application services.
- Prepared English language text for the project webpage, and conducted a qualitative survey on higher education application services
- Developed guidance and counseling services for persons with migratory backgrounds, focusing on study, work-life, and networking
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Doctoral Researcher
The faculty of Management, Tampere University
01.2011 - 11.2016
- Developed research proposals, identified research objectives and created research plans.
- Applied theories and methods of life sciences to interpret and perform analyses of experimental results.
- Developed data collection strategies and monitored data quality for optimal research results.
- Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
- Sorted data into well-organized formats and transformed into figures.
- Wrote Ph.D dissertation and scientific papers regarding waste management, strategic governance and institutional capacity building.
- Provided teaching instruction in administrative sciences, with a specific focus on organization theories and behavior, as well as research methodology.
Assistant Professor and Lecturer
Department of Public Administration, Islamic University
12.2003 - 12.2010
- Taught courses at both the graduate and postgraduate levels, including Public Policy, Organization Theories, Human Resource Development, Project Management, Sustainable Development, International Business, and Research Methodology
- Supervised undergraduate and graduate theses, evaluated and graded examinations and assignments, and published journal papers.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
- Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
- Collaborated with faculty members governance and local governance projects.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
Project Coordinator
International Labor Organization
01.2001 - 12.2003
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Arranged travel and accommodation for team members and project partners.
- Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Education
Teaching Pedagogy - Teaching And Learning
Tampere University of Applied Science
Faculty Of Education & Culture, Tampere University12.2018
Ph.D. - Administrative Science
Faculty of Management, Tampere University
Tampere, Finland11.2016
Master of Science - Master OfSocial Sciences in Administrative Science
Islamic University
Kushtia, Bangladesh1998
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor in Administrative Science And Politics
Islamic University
Kushtia, Bangladesh1995
Skills
- Project management - Experience leading and executing projects within budget, schedule, and scope, managing stakeholder relationships and ensuring quality deliverables
- Supply chain management - Knowledge of logistics, procurement, and inventory management gained through sustainable material management and value governance coursework
- Data analysis - Skilled in analyzing and interpreting complex data sets, with proficiency in SPSS and MS Excel
- Strategy and policy analysis - Experienced in developing and analyzing business strategies, policies, and processes to achieve organizational goals
- Networking and collaboration - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience building and maintaining professional relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Circular economy and sustainability - Knowledgeable in circular economy principles, waste management, and sustainable built environments
- Vocational education and training - Experienced in curriculum development, teaching practices, and online course development and facilitation
- IT proficiency - Proficient in MS Office suite and MSQL for business and big data analytics
Accomplishments
- I have received training on ‘Refugee Law’, Management Information System (MIS), Development of Database & Data Tracking, ‘How to Monitor & evaluate Action Program’ ‘IGAs and its suitability & profitability in Local Market’ Home Based Vegetable Gardening facilitated and Primary Rehabilitation Therapy (PRT) facilitated
Certification
- ·Google Professional Data Analytics – Ongoing started March 2022 – till
- Introduction to Sustainable Remediation- Principles and Practices organized jointly by CL:AIRE and Remtech Europe. Sep 20, 2022.
- · Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management organized by Lund University, VITO, Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland, National Technical University of Athens, Ghent University & Delft University of Technology, 2020.
- · Circular Economy for a Sustainable Built Environment. The course is organized by the Professor of Tillmann Klein for Building Product Innovation at Delft University of Technology and leads the Circular Built Environment Hub at the Faculty of Architecture, Netherland , December 2019.
- · Leaders of Learning. Organized by Harvard Graduate School of Education. Conducted by Professor Richard Elmore. Harvard University, 2018.
- · Pedagogical Studies on Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, September 2016 – February 2017.University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland, 2017.
IT- Skills
I am expert user of MS Office, SPSS, and MSQL for business and big data analytics, Gabi for life cycle assessment (LCA).
Languages
Bengali
Native language
Finnish
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Urdu
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Planning Support Expert
Climate and environmental Policy Unit, Tampere City
01.2022 - 04.2022
Waste Management & Sustainable Development Expert
Tredu-Hervanta, Tampere City
08.2021 - 12.2021
Professor
Department of Public Administration, Islamic University
03.2020 - Current
Researcher
Faculty of Education and Culture, Tampere University
01.2020 - Current
Experiential Expert
Tampere University of Applied Science
08.2019 - 12.2019
Associate Professor
Department of Politics and Public Administration, Islamic University
03.2017 - 03.2020
Doctoral Researcher
The faculty of Management, Tampere University
01.2011 - 11.2016
Assistant Professor and Lecturer
Department of Public Administration, Islamic University
12.2003 - 12.2010
Project Coordinator
International Labor Organization
01.2001 - 12.2003
Teaching Pedagogy - Teaching And Learning
Tampere University of Applied Science
Ph.D. - Administrative Science
Faculty of Management, Tampere University
Master of Science - Master OfSocial Sciences in Administrative Science
Islamic University
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor in Administrative Science And Politics
Islamic University
- ·Google Professional Data Analytics – Ongoing started March 2022 – till
- Introduction to Sustainable Remediation- Principles and Practices organized jointly by CL:AIRE and Remtech Europe. Sep 20, 2022.
- · Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management organized by Lund University, VITO, Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland, National Technical University of Athens, Ghent University & Delft University of Technology, 2020.
- · Circular Economy for a Sustainable Built Environment. The course is organized by the Professor of Tillmann Klein for Building Product Innovation at Delft University of Technology and leads the Circular Built Environment Hub at the Faculty of Architecture, Netherland , December 2019.
- · Leaders of Learning. Organized by Harvard Graduate School of Education. Conducted by Professor Richard Elmore. Harvard University, 2018.
- · Pedagogical Studies on Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, September 2016 – February 2017.University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland, 2017.
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