Amira Farag - Resume

A challenging career in the field of Marketing a reputable organization where I can further enhance my professional and interpersonal skills.

Business Development Manager in Marrakech Tours (Family owned company), January 2008 – Present.
• Supervising and directing employees in their day to day tasks.
• Established a new image for the company.
• Developed plans to achieve growth and financial profitability.

Trainee in Marrakech Tours - Travel Counselor, June 2007 – August 2007.
• Researched options for clients' travel needs.
• Informed clients on travel requirements.
• Management of clients' travel arrangements.
• Provide information on various destinations.
Trainee in Marrakech Tours, June 2006 – August 2006.
• Learned to use electronic ticketing systems (My Sabre and Amadeus).

Bachelor of Art: The American University in Cairo (AUC), Cairo, Egypt - February 2008.
• Major: Integrated Marketing Communication.
• GPA: 3.2/4.0
• Minor: Psychology.
Secondary School Diploma (Thanaweya Amma): Orouba Language School, Cairo, Egypt. Litreature. Scored 93.5%

Awards:
• James Walter Thompson Award of Excellence (JWT): Graduation Project Award; Best Integrated Marketing Communication Campaign.

Relevant Coursework:
• Introduction to Mass Communication – Mass Media Writing I – Mass Media Writing II – Mass Media Editing – Principles of Advertising – Mass Media Ethics and Responsibility – Integrated Marketing Communication Campaigns – Management Fundamentals – Principles of Marketing – Mass Communication Research – Consumer/Buyer Behavior – Public Relations Theory and Techniques – Graphic Communications.

Computer Skills and Language Skills:
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and good knowledge of Quark Express.
• Excellent Internet research skills.
• Excellent command of English and Arabic both spoken and written.
• Basic knowledge of French.