Althaf Muhammad

MSc Business Management, Cardiff University | CS Engineer | Public Speaker
80 North Road, Cathays · CF10 3DZ, Cardiff, UK · +44 7825126938 · althafmuhammad@ieee.org

Mr. Althaf Muhammed is a Business Management Student with a Computer Science Engineering background and a stalwart volunteer with a sincere and intense conviction for the committed work. He is a tech enthusiast who loves to learn new things and network with new people. He is a good team player who always gives his best as a team leader or team member.

Althaf is currently pursuing his master's in Business Management from Cardiff University, UK. Althaf worked as a Systems Engineer at Infosys. He is a Computer Science and Engineering graduate from the College of Engineering, Munnar. During his course of study, he was actively involved in IEEE (the world's largest technical professional organisation). Being an IEEE CS member and volunteer he got a chance to explore more about himself by volunteering and representing in various magnificent events like AICSSYC, CSIS, and being the Editor in Chief of IEEE CS Compute. In recognition of his exemplary volunteering services to the IEEE CS Community, he was awarded the Best IEEE Computer Society Student Volunteer Award by IEEE CS Chapter, Kerala Section in the year 2018.

Althaf is a tech enthusiast, smart worker, and a quick learner with current interests in Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Development, and Programming.


Experience

Recruitment Advisor

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

The Recruitment Advisor undertakes day-to-day administration of the recruitment process for medical and non-medical areas. The advisor ensures that all stages of recruitment for appointments within allocated divisions are carried out as per agreed standards and as set out in the All Wales Standard Operating Procedure.

September 2022 - Present

Crew Member, Part-Time

McDonald's UK

Part time crew member at McDonald's, Cardiff.

October 2021 - July 2022

Systems Engineer

Infosys

Worked as a Systems Engineer at Infosys.

March 2021 - July 2022

Intern

Accubits Technologies

Internship on Web Development at Accubits Technologies, Technopark, Trivandrum.

July 2018

Intern

Audrey Technologies

Internship on Core Java at Audrey Technologies, Kochi.

July 2017

Education

Cardiff University

MSc Business Management (MBM)
Cardiff Business School
September 2021 - September 2022

College of Engineering Munnar

Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech), Computer Science and Engineering
APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University

CGPA: 7.09

August 2016 - August 2020

Mar Dionysius Senior Secondary School

Class 12 (Equiv. A-Levels)

Percentage: 81.6%

May 2014 - March 2016

Mar Dionysius Senior Secondary School

Class 10 (Equiv. GCSE)

CGPA: 10.0

June 2013 - March 2014

Skills and Interests

Soft Skills

Communication

Management and Leadership

Public Speaking

Marketing

Networking

Customer Service

Languages and Database

C Programming

C++ Programming

Python Programming

Java Programming

MySQL

HTML, CSS, Bootstrap

Tools and Technologies

Git

Microsoft Office

Adobe Photoshop

Eclipse

VS Code

Google Docs, Sheets, Slides

Interests
  • Basketball
  • Graphic Design
  • Video Editing
  • Watching Movies
  • Roller Skating

Projects

Emotion Aware System

Major Project
An emotion recognition system developed using Machine Learning.
Language used : Python

Messenger Web Application

Own Project
This is a messenger clone app created using React JS and Firebase as the backend. In this the people can send and recieve messages in a very simple user interface.
Language used : JavaScript, React JS, Firebase

E-Commerce Website: Amazon Clone

Own Project
This is an E-Commerce website clone of Amazon Shopping site. Features: Add to basket, Remove from basket at checkout, Amount of all things in the basket, User login and authentication.
Language used : JavaScript, React JS, Firebase

Netflix Clone Web Application

Own Project
This is a Netflix clone app created using React JS. It has a random banner image as well as trailer popups for most of the films.
Language used : JavaScript, React JS

COVID - 19 Status Tracker using React JS

Own Project
This is a web application created using React JS. This website shows the statistics of COVID - 19 cases in all districts of India as well as in all countries.
Language used : JavaScript, (React JS)

Desktop Application: Calculator

Own Project
A simple Calculator developed using Swing in Java.
Language used : Java

Web Application: Typing Speed Tester

Own Project
This is a web application to calculate the typing speed of a person. It is done using JavaScript. This application will calculate the exact time taken for a person to calculate the time taken to complete a particular test text.
Language used : JavaScript


Awards & Certifications

  • Best Volunteer Award from IEEE Computer Society Chapter, Kerala Section in the Year 2018.
  • Certificate of Appreciation from IEEE Computer Society President for the excellent contribution offered as Editor in Chief towards IEEE CS India Newsletter Compute Edition 8 - 2020.
  • Certificate of Appreciation from IEEE Computer Society President for the excellent contribution offered as Public Relations Officer towards IEEE CS India Newsletter Compute Edition 7 - 2019.
  • Google Fundamentals of Digital Marketing Certified
  • Google Ads Fundamentals Certified
  • Google Ads Display Certified

Roles and Responsibilities

Founder and Lead Volunteer

IEEE KYP Global Outreach Initiative

IEEE KYP Global Outreach Initiative is a global initiative to know the cultural and professional diversities in different parts of the globe by collaborating with IEEE YP Teams across various countries. A pilot initiative that was founded and organised by me. Coordinates and conducts events with international collaborations.

April 2021 - December 2021

Public Relations Coordinator

IEEE Kerala Young Professionals Team

IEEE Kerala Young Professionals is a team of passionate IEEE volunteers who are in the early stages of their professional career. The team has made revolutionary contributions to the growth of IEEE Young Professionals in Kerala and has consistently strives to empower Young Professionals activities in India and South Asia by collaborating with fellow affinity groups in the Region 10. Over the years, our main focus was on helping the different sections of the society by providing technical and mentoring support. I coordinate public relations activities and marketing of the events, activities and initiatives.

February 2021 - December 2021

Editor in Chief

IEEE CS Compute, Edition 8

IEEE CS Compute is the official newsletter of the IEEE Computer Society in India. It presents the prime trends and the major developments in the field of computer technology and promises to keep its wide range of readers hooked through its innovative themes. It also features interviews and events happening under different student branches across India. I have lead a team of vibrant volunteers from all over India. Coordinated all the activities from planning to publishing.

December 2019 - November 2020

Initiative Lead

Scholarship Outreach Initiative, Spring 2020 Cycle, IEEE Computer Society

Scholarship Outreach Initiative is a global initiative to help aspiring volunteers and guide them in many ways to craft a winning application for their dream scholarship by the IEEE Computer Society. The main objective is to create global awareness about the prestigious scholarships offered by the IEEE Computer Society.I have lead a team of volunteers across the globe. Planned and initiated activities to promote the scholarships and also helped the aspirants in submitting their applications.

April 2020 - June 2020

Initiative Lead

IEEE CS SYP Activities Committee, India

IEEE CS Student Young Professional Activities Committee, India is a volunteer driven body that coordinates the IEEE CS Student and Young Professionals activities in India under the IEEE Computer Society SYP MGAB. Its primary aim is to assist and coordinate the activities of IEEE CS Students & Young Professional Community across India, in order to benefit mutually, and avoid duplication of effort and resources.

January 2020 - June 2020

Chairman

IEEE Computer Society SB Chapter College of Engineering Munnar

Chairman of the IEEE CS SB Chapter of College of Engineering Munnar. I have organised events and initiatives for the students of College of Engineering Munnar to help them both technically and professionaly.

January 2019 - February 2020

Program Committee Chair

Kaizen 7, IEEE SB College of Engineering Munnar

Kaizen is the national level technical symposium organised by IEEE SB CEM. I have organised and coordinated te event, which had more than 250 participants across different parts of the country.

November 2019 - February 2020

Kerala Section Lead

IEEEXtreme 13.0

The IEEEXtreme Programming Competition is an intense 24 hour global programming competition pitting the students of the world against each other. I have coordinated all the student ambassadors from Kerala Section to promote the competition and also helped the participants.

July 2019 - January 2020

Public Relations Officer

IEEE CS Compute, Edition 7

Served as the Public Relations Officer of IEEE CS Compute in the Edition 7.

May 2019 - December 2019

Program Committee Chair

Evensia 2.0, IEEE CS SBC CEM

Evensia is the flagship event of IEEE CS SB Chapter College of Engineering Munnar. I have coordinated the state level intercollegiate event which had participation from students all across Kerala.

September 2017 - November 2019

Core Committee Member

IEEE Computer Society India Symposium '19

The Computer Society India Symposium is one of the annual flagship events of IEEE Computer Society. It will be a home for the students and professionals of different student branches across the nation. Its scope is to serve as the platform to enhance the learning, professionalism, leadership, teamwork in every single individual of IEEE and IEEE Computer Society.

May 2019 - July 2019

Duty Head and Volunteer

Training and Placement Cell College of Engineering Munnar

Volunteered for the College Training and Placement Cell for 4 years. Served as the duty head in the third year and as a mentor in the final year. I have helped in organising the placement drives at colleges and also helped the students in achieving their dream jobs.

May 2019 - July 2019

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Contact Me

80 North Road, Cathays · CF10 3DZ, Cardiff, UK
+44 7825 126938
althafmuhammad@ieee.org