Nitya Patel | Professional Portfolio

About Me

Ambitious and results-driven MBA graduate in Business Analytics from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, with a passion for transforming data into strategic insights that drive business growth and positive change. With a strong foundation in analytics, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, I aim to contribute to innovative and sustainability-focused organizations. My experience includes leading industry engagement initiatives as President of the Business Student Association, mentoring students as a Teaching Assistant in the Marketing & Management Department, and working on real-world projects in healthcare analytics, strategic market analysis, and data visualization. Proficient in tools like Tableau, R, Excel, and AWS, I’m actively seeking opportunities in business analytics, strategy, marketing, or operations where I can leverage both my technical skills and business acumen to solve complex challenges and support long-term strategic goals.

Skills

Technical Skills

R, Tableau, SQL, AWS, Power BI, Advanced Excel, API Integration, Data Cleaning, Adobe Photoshop

Analytical Skills

Quantitative & Statistical Analysis, Forecasting & Financial Modeling, Dashboard Development, Risk & Variance Analysis

Professional Skills

Stakeholder Communication, Data Storytelling, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Leadership & Mentorship, Project Coordination

Projects

Business Strategy Game (MBA Capstone)

Led a cross-functional team in a competitive simulation, analyzing financial, operational, and market performance. Applied financial modeling and variance tracking to optimize strategy, and built KPI dashboards to guide executive-style decision-making.

Heart Disease Classification (R)

Developed logistic regression and decision tree models to classify patient health outcomes with over 80% accuracy. Created ROC curves, histograms, and box plots to visualize model performance and communicate insights effectively.

Healthcare Analytics with AWS

Processed and analyzed large healthcare datasets using AWS, Python, and R to identify chronic disease risk factors. Built predictive models, designed dashboards for real-time health trends, and automated pipelines to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Product & Market Analysis

Conducted SWOT, segmentation, and demand forecasting for a new product line. Designed Power BI dashboards to track KPIs such as market share, revenue growth, and customer behavior, delivering actionable recommendations for competitiveness.

Advanced Organizational Behavior

Performed an in-depth analysis of General Electric’s sustainability initiatives, identifying current practices and future strategies to enhance environmental and social impact. Examined corporate structure and sustainability commitments to align with global standards.

Certifications

Agile Project Management

Issued by Atlassian

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Machine Learning & Statistical Analysis

Issued by Wolfram

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Career Essentials in Project Management

Issued by Microsoft

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GitHub Professional Certificate

Issued by GitHub

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Corporate Finance

Issued by Corporate Finance Institute

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Experience

Marketing Strategy Teaching Assistant

Dartmouth, MA | Aug 2023 - Dec 2024

Tutored and supported students to reinforce learning concepts, assisting with lesson planning and implementation.
Facilitated engaging learning experiences, contributing to academic growth in Marketing & Management.
Assisted in maintaining educational excellence by aiding in course facilitation, grading, and student mentorship.

Graduate Management Teaching Assistant

Dartmouth, MA | Aug 2023 - Dec 2023

Mentored students, facilitated learning, and supported academic activities in Organization Behavior and Graduate-level courses.
Collaborated with faculty to foster a vibrant learning environment and contribute to the department's mission.

Instrumentation Engineering Intern & Project Coordinator Trainee

Vimal Crop Care Pvt. Ltd. | Gujarat, India | Apr 2022

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across Administration, Accounts, Marketing, and Product Development.
Gained hands-on experience in optimizing production and packaging workflows, ensuring quality standards were met from raw materials to finished products.

Summer Internship

Jash Packaging Co. | Gujarat, India | Jun 2021

Learned and applied production techniques for corrugated cardboard manufacturing and quality assurance in printing processes.
Enhanced understanding of supply chain dynamics, including delivery and logistical processes.

Leadership

President, Business Student Association

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth (Spring 2024)

Role Overview: Founded the Business Student Association (BSA) to foster student engagement, professional networking, and career development initiatives. As president, I led a team in organizing workshops, guest lectures, and networking events aimed at enhancing students' academic and career prospects.

Skills Developed: Leadership, event management, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, communication, and team mentorship. These skills were critical in fostering a vibrant community, empowering peers, and driving engagement within the university.

Graduate Student Senator

University of Massachusetts (Charlton College of Business) (2023-2024)

Role Overview: As a Graduate Student Senator, I advocated for graduate students' academic and professional needs within the Charlton College of Business. I collaborated with representatives from various departments to build interdepartmental partnerships and create initiatives that benefit the student body.

Skills Developed: Communication, decision-making, negotiation, policy analysis, and advocacy. This role further refined my ability to engage with diverse groups of stakeholders and represent the interests of students at a strategic level, while ensuring the smooth implementation of policy changes and improvements.

Education

Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics

University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth — Dartmouth, MA

Graduation Date: January 2025

Program Focus: During my MBA program, I have focused on advanced business analytics, data science applications, and strategic management. I have gained extensive knowledge in analyzing large datasets, utilizing machine learning tools, and leveraging business intelligence to drive decision-making. I am committed to academic excellence while participating in practical projects that help organizations enhance their data-driven strategies.

Key Courses: Business Analytics & Data Mining, Healthcare Analytics, Product and Market Analysis, Advanced Organizational Behavior, Machine Learning, and Business Intelligence.

Key Skills Acquired: Data analysis, strategic leadership, business intelligence, product management, decision-making, and stakeholder engagement. These skills are being refined through real-world case studies, team projects, and a deep dive into the fields of marketing and management.

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Instrumentation & Control Engineering

Gujarat Technological University — Gujrat, India

Graduation Date: August 2022

Program Overview: My undergraduate degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering provided a solid foundation in the application of engineering principles to manage complex systems. I learned to design, implement, and control industrial systems, focusing on automation, instrumentation, and control technology.

Key Skills Acquired: Process optimization, systems engineering, instrumentation design, problem-solving, quantitative analysis, and technical troubleshooting. I worked on projects that integrated my technical knowledge with practical industry scenarios, allowing me to bridge the gap between engineering solutions and business processes.

Contact

Email: nityapatel2028@gmail.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nitya-patel