Timothy Ikhazuagbe, MBA, MSc, Csc
About Timothy Ikhazuagbe, MBA, MSc, Csc
Timothy Ikhazuagbe is an Associate Financial Advisor at CIBC with extensive experience in financial services, business development, and team building. He holds multiple degrees, including an MBA and MSc, and has a background in the Nigerian Downstream Oil and Gas sector.
Current Role at CIBC
Timothy Ikhazuagbe currently holds the position of Associate Financial Advisor (AFA) at CIBC. He has been in this role since 2016, working in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. In his capacity as an AFA, Timothy is responsible for providing tailored financial advice to a diverse portfolio of clients, helping them achieve their financial goals.
Professional Experience in Nigeria and Canada
Timothy has amassed significant professional experience across various roles. Notably, he served as a Retail Branch Manager at Oando Marketing PLC in Abeokuta, Nigeria, for 10 years, from 2004 to 2014. Prior to this, he was a Research Intern at the Central Bank of Nigeria in Lagos from 2002 to 2003. In Canada, Timothy worked briefly as a Mobility Outbound Representative at Nordia Inc. and as a Project Developer Intern at Sunbelt Business Brokers in 2016.
Academic Background and Qualifications
Timothy Ikhazuagbe has a robust academic background. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Vancouver Island University (2014-2016) and a Master of Science (MSc) in International Business from the University of Hertfordshire (2015-2016). Additionally, he holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Operations Research from the University of Lagos (2007-2010) and a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Statistics from the University of Benin (1997-2000). He also completed the Canada Securities Course from the Canada Securities Institute in 2016.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Timothy possesses extensive knowledge in Oracle P2P systems and is adept at implementing indirect spend reduction strategies to increase profitability in industries with shrinking margins. His skill set includes team building, sales and marketing, business development, account management, and stakeholder management, especially within the Nigerian Downstream Oil and Gas sector.
Volunteer Work and Personal Attributes
Timothy is passionate about volunteer work and is known for his good-spirited, people-oriented personality. His enthusiasm for helping others complements his professional endeavors, making him a valuable asset in both his professional and personal life.