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Education
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Devapriya U. Menon

Parramatta,NSW

Summary

Motivated, versatile and a detail-oriented postgraduate student in Accounting at the University of New South Wales, with hands-on skills in MYOB, Xero, and Microsoft Excel. Proven experience in managing logistics, producing financial and marketing content, and coordinating PR campaigns. Known for strong communication, fast learning, and team collaboration. Actively seeking vacationer programs or internships in accounting, business administration, or office assistance to apply technical training and build practical experience.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Logistics and Hospitality Management Committee

The Think Tank, Manipal
Manipal, Karnataka, India
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Managed logistics for the independently organised TEDx event with over 300 attendees, including venue setup, transport coordination, and vendor liaison.
  • Recruited and trained working committee volunteers
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams

Public Relations Intern

Genesis BCW
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Supported PR campaigns for tech clients by researching market trends, and creating media lists
  • Monitored media coverage and reported findings to the public relations team
  • Assisted with scheduling events, and prepared briefing notes for PR managers.
  • Helped coordinate outreach for media campaigns

Sub-Head of Writing Department

Manipal Digest
Manipal, Karnataka, India
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Led a team of student writers for a university media platform
  • Managed content on social media, and edited articles to ensure that the content met the brand tone.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve content objectives and meet deadlines

Education

Master of Professional Accounting (Extension) - Accounting

University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
01-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Media And Communication

Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal, Karnataka, India
05-2024

Skills

  • Accounting and Data Tools: MYOB, Xero, Microsoft Excel
  • Office Software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Content and Media: Adobe InDesign, Canva

Affiliations

  • Leadership Foundations by UNSW Employability (AHEGS Recognised): A two-day intensive and interactive workshop on excellent communication skills, conflict management, driving team success, workplace well-being and resilience.
  • Professional Development Program by UNSW Employability (AHEGS recognised): A two-day intensive and interactive workshop on Australian workplace culture, recruitment tips and employer expectations; particularly conducted for international students
  • Advertising campaign: Led research and creative execution for a new beverage prototype under the Indian brand Bisleri, including market analysis and consumer profiling
  • The Layman Finance Magazine: Editor-in-Chief, created a 30-page digital magazine, simplifying complex financial concepts for non-finance readers

Accomplishments

  • Technical Representative - Student Council, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (2022)
  • General Proficiency Second Prize, International Baccalaureate Year 1 (2018)
  • International Press Committee chairperson (Omega International Model United Nations, 2018)
  • Cultural Head, Student Council, Lalaji Memorial Omega International School (2018-2019)
  • World Scholar's Cup (Yale University, Tournament of Champions): represented India globally, ranked 20th in writing, and 15th in debate (Gold Medals) Qualified for the Tournament of Champions at Yale University; individually ranked 8th in writing and 12th in debate Team won 23 Gold and 4 Silver Medals

Certification

  • MYOB Accounting Software : UNSW Business School
  • Understanding financial statements: Company position; University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Coursera (April 2024)
  • Audit and Due Diligence : Priorities and Best Practices : LinkedIn Certification
  • Marketing mix implementation capstone, IE Business School, Coursera (April 2024)
  • Marketing Analytics: Know Your Customers: Macquarie University, Coursera (March 2024)
  • Marketing mix fundamentals; IE Business School, Coursera (March 2024)
  • Artificial intelligence algorithms, models, and limitations; LearnQuest, Coursera (September 2022)
  • Google Data Analytics Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere (December 2021)
  • United Nations Student Leadership Conference on Development, United Nations, February 2018

Timeline

Public Relations Intern

Genesis BCW
05.2023 - 07.2023

Logistics and Hospitality Management Committee

The Think Tank, Manipal
09.2022 - 09.2023

Sub-Head of Writing Department

Manipal Digest
04.2022 - 02.2023

Master of Professional Accounting (Extension) - Accounting

University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Arts - Media And Communication

Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Devapriya U. Menon