Saksham, Agarwal
I am Saksham Agarwal, an enthusiastic and goal-driven Economics Honors student at Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, with a deep interest in Actuarial Science and data analytics. A student member of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), I have successfully cleared key actuarial exams including CS1, CS2, and CB2. I thrive on working with numbers and interpreting data to find meaningful insights. My academic foundation, combined with hands-on experience in statistical tools and a strong interest in entrepreneurship, drives my ambition to contribute to the fields of finance, risk
Location
New Delhi
About Me
I am Saksham Agarwal, an enthusiastic and goal-driven Economics Honors student at Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, with a deep interest in Actuarial Science and data analytics. A student member of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), I have successfully cleared key actuarial exams including CS1, CS2, and CB2. I thrive on working with numbers and interpreting data to find meaningful insights. My academic foundation, combined with hands-on experience in statistical tools and a strong interest in entrepreneurship, drives my ambition to contribute to the fields of finance, risk management, and innovation. I am also an NCC cadet and an active participant in both academic and extracurricular pursuits, balancing analytical rigor with team spirit and leadership.
Carrier Objective:
Motivated and detail-oriented Economics Honors student with a strong foundation in Actuarial Science and a passion for data-driven decision-making. Eager to leverage analytical, mathematical, and financial skills in dynamic environments while pursuing professional actuarial qualifications. Committed to continuous learning and innovation, with a long-term goal of achieving fellowship from IFOA and venturing into entrepreneurship to create impactful, data-powered solutions.
Resume
Short-term Goals: In the short term, I aim to successfully complete my undergraduate degree in Economics with a strong academic record, while clearing additional actuarial exams to strengthen my credentials with the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA). I also plan to gain practical experience through internships or research roles in data analytics, finance, or actuarial science. Additionally, I intend to build a strong professional network by actively participating in seminars, workshops, and engaging with industry professionals on platforms like LinkedIn.
Long-term Goals: Over the long term, my goal is to achieve fellowship status from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) and establish a successful career in the actuarial or financial sector, contributing to risk modeling, financial planning, and strategic decision-making. Eventually, I aspire to transition into entrepreneurship by leveraging my expertise in data and finance to launch a venture that addresses real-world business challenges. I also plan to continue lifelong learning and may pursue a Master’s degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, or Data Science to deepen my knowledge and broaden my impact in the industry.
Leadership and Work Experience
Leadership and Work Experience
Executive Member at Arthvidya(VIPS Club of Economists)
2023 — 2024
Participated in Sankaran(the annual academic fest of Vivekananda Institute of
Professional Studies)
NCC Cadet
2023 — 2024
Got 1st position in Street Play competition at DG NCC Camp
Third Position in Badminton Doubles at CBSE Competition
COURSES
Data Analytics and Visualization(Accenture) , Forage
Introduction to Data Analysis using Excel, UpGrad
Al in Data Analysis, Sololearn
Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, GGSIPU
2023 — 2026
Currently pursuing Economics Honors at Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies,
focusing on foundational and advanced concepts in economics and statistics.
« Cumulative GPA(till sem 3)- 9.145
« Engaged in coursework that covers various aspects of economics aligning with
Actuarial Science, such as -Probability theory, Theory of distribution, Hypothesis
Testing, Linear Regression, Game Theory, Financial Derivatives, Efficient Market
Hypothesis, Money and Inflation, Autocorrelation and Multicollinearity .
« Involved in class presentations on topics related to Business English, Development
Economics, Principles of Micro Economics
Student Member at Institute and Faculty of Actuaries
2023 — Present
Exams passed –
- CS1(Actuarial Statistics) Pass date: 01/12/2023
- CB2(Business Economics) Pass date: 27/06/2024
- CS2(Risk Modelling and Survival analysis) Pass date: 26/11/2024