Saima Ashfaque
About Saima Ashfaque
Saima Ashfaque is an experienced instructor currently working at Tech Manitoba since 2021. She has a diverse background in project controls, payroll, data science, and education, with previous roles at Vale and Skills for Change.
Current Role at Tech Manitoba
Saima Ashfaque has been serving as an Instructor at Tech Manitoba since 2021. In this role, she focuses on delivering educational content and training programs to enhance the skills of participants in the technology sector. Her experience and expertise contribute to the development of a knowledgeable workforce in Manitoba, Canada.
Previous Experience at Vale
Prior to her current position, Saima worked at Vale as a Coordinator for Project Controls & Shutdowns from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure, she was responsible for overseeing project control processes and managing shutdown operations, contributing to the efficiency of project execution in the mining industry in Canada.
Educational Background in Payroll and Data Science
Saima Ashfaque studied at The Canadian Payroll Association, where she completed a Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) program from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she pursued studies in Data Science at IBM, earning multiple certifications, including the Data Science Foundations Professional Certificate and Professional Certificates in Python Data Science and IBM Data Science, all completed between 2020 and 2021.
Instructor Experience at Skills for Change
From 2001 to 2004, Saima served as an Instructor at Skills for Change in the Toronto area. In this capacity, she provided training and support to individuals seeking to improve their skills and enhance their employability, contributing to community development and workforce integration.
Advanced Education in Business and Technology
Saima holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting and Finance from IBA, completed between 1995 and 1997. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics and Physics from the University of the Punjab, where she studied from 1991 to 1994. Additionally, she achieved certification as an Oracle Certified Professional Database Administrator from Oracle Corporation in 2002.