Mr. Alain Patience Ihimbazwe Ndanguza, Silesian University of Technology, Poland
Ihimbazwe Ndanguza Alain Patience is a dedicated and adaptable professional with a strong background in finance, management, and customer service. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Organization and Management at the Silesian University of Technology in Poland, he holds a Master’s degree in Management with distinction and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance. His experience spans financial reporting, budgeting, lean production management, and customer relations across diverse sectors in Rwanda and Poland. As the founder of Pina Studio, he combines creativity with business acumen through photography and visual storytelling. Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English, and French, Alain excels in cross-cultural communication, teamwork, and digital proficiency.
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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Ihimbazwe Ndanguza Alain Patience is a highly motivated and adaptable professional with strong skills in management, finance, and organizational studies. His diverse experience across financial management, customer service, photography, and lean production shows versatility and a proactive approach to learning and applying knowledge in practical environments.
🎓 Education
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📚 Ph.D. Student, Organization and Management
Silesian University of Technology, Poland (2023 – Present)
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🎓 Master’s in Management – Graduated with distinction 🌟
Silesian University of Technology, Poland (2021 – 2023)
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💼 Bachelor’s in Finance
Adventist University of Central Africa, Rwanda (2016 – 2019)
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🧮 High School – Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics
Groupe Scolaire de Gihundwe, Rwanda (2013 – 2015)
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📜 Introductory Certificate in Financial & Management Accounting
ACCA, UK (2017)
💼 Work Experience
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📸 Photographer & Founder
Pina Studio, Gliwice, Poland (Jul 2023 – Present)
Skills: Photography, Videography, Editing, Creative Direction
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☎️ Customer Service Advisor
Concentrix, Katowice, Poland (Aug 2023 – Oct 2023)
Tasks: Technical support, Complaint handling, Account management
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💰 Finance Officer
SMARTCLASS RWANDA LTD, Kigali (Nov 2019 – May 2023)
Tasks: Financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, tax declaration
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🏭 Management Intern
SAPA, Sosnowiec, Poland (Jul 2022 – Aug 2022)
Focus: Lean production, O.E.E. metrics, Inventory & cost analysis
🏆 Achievements
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📈 Successfully led financial operations and compliance for over 3 years
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🌍 Founded and managed a creative studio in Poland while pursuing doctoral studies
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🥇 Graduated with distinction in Master’s program at Silesian University of Technology
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📊 Gained strong cross-cultural professional experience across Rwanda and Poland
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💼 Certified in Financial and Management Accounting by ACCA, UK
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🎯 Developed and applied time and inventory management strategies during SAPA internship
🎖️ Awards & Honors
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🏅 Master’s Degree Honor Graduate – Dyplom z wyróżnieniem (with distinction)
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📜 ACCA Certificate Holder – Recognized for foundational expertise in financial accounting
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🌟 Recognized for leadership and entrepreneurial initiative by founding Pina Studio while studying abroad
Publication Top Notes:
Contemporary competences of managers and their role in building organizational resilience
Managerial Competence in Integrating Industry 4.0 with Corporate Social Responsibility for Enhanced Safety Culture in Manufacturing
Managerial Competence in Integrating Industry 4.0 with CSR for Enhanced Safety Culture in Manufacturing
Managerial Competence in Integrating Industry 4.0 with CSR for Enhanced Safety Culture in Manufacturing
DETERMINANTS OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IMPLEMENTATION IN BANKING INSTITUTIONS IN POLAND AND RWANDA – A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
ETHICAL MANAGEMENT AS A WAY TO CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY – ANALYSIS OF CASE STUDIES
LABOR LAW MANAGEMENT IN POLAND’S PUBLIC AND PRIVATE BUSINESSES
Quality management for E-services
Effects of the cashless economy policy on managing customer service quality