Table of Contents
- Statement of Authenticity
- Personal Mission Statement
- Introduction
- Education
- Resumé
- Professional Development and Training
- References
- Awards and Accomplishments
- Philanthropy
- Affiliations
- Career Pathing and Goals
- Work Samples
Statement of Authenticity
I, Micah Tolentino, state that the following portfolio is true and accurate to the best of my ability and knowledge. Striving to achieve personal and professional transparency, I hereby commit to the accuracy and trustworthiness of the following portfolio and the content herein.
Personal Mission Statement
I aim to achieve personal fulfillment and career development through hard work, continual education and high levels of personal commitment and responsibility. A student of life, I aim to find fulfillment and self-awareness through learning from people from all walks of life, and through the continual helping and service to others.
Introduction
I am seeking a Systems Administrator position with a progressive IT firm that looks to achieve top tier support for high profile clients. With a solid background in Software, Information Systems, and Customer Service, I am an excellent self-researching problem solver adept to utilizing technology for sensible and no-nonsense user support. In regards to IT support, I have a “get-it-done” disposition, relentless to finding answers using all available sources, all while keeping customer satisfaction my highest priority.
Education
Schools Attended:
- Bachelor of Science in Technical Managment, w/ concentration in Business Information Systems.
DeVry University, Oakland CA. (2013 - Feb 2015)
GPA 3.85, current Magna Cum Laude candidate (unverified as of 2/02/2015)
- General Education with a focus on Business Administration
University of California, Davis, CA (2000-2001)
Course of Study:
- Started at UC Davis, I have completed my Bachelor of Science Degree in Technical Management with a concentration in Business Information Systems at DeVry University. After gaining proficiency in management techniques, theory and Information Systems, I plan to obtain my Master's of Information Systems Management at Keller School of Management.
Courses taken at DeVry University with descriptions:
Data Analysis with Spreadsheets w/Lab
- This course focuses on analyzing business situations using current spreadsheet software. Using data derived from realworld business situations, students learn to use appropriate spreadsheet software features to organize, analyze and present data, as well as to make business decisions. Through personal database technology such as Access, the course also introduces basic database concepts.
Introduction to Business and Technology
- This course introduces business and the environments in which businesses operate. Students examine the roles of major functional areas of business and interrelationships among them. Organizational theories and techniques are examined, and economic, cultural, political and technological factors affecting business organizations are evaluated.
Business Law
- This course provides an overview of business law and introduces fundamental legal principles encountered in the business environment. Topics include state and federal courts and jurisdiction, contract law, tort law, commercial paper, bankruptcy, surety-ship and accounting liability.
Principles of Management
- This course examines fundamental management theories and traditional managerial responsibilities in formal and informal organizational structures. Planning, organizing, directing, controlling and staffing are explored.
Database Essentials for Business with Lab
- Students in this course learn to design relational database and to build database applications, including tables, queries, forms, reports and macros. Also addressed is implementation of basic database security, backup and recovery procedures. Generating reports and meeting business requirements are emphasized.
Statistics for Decision-Making
- This course provides tools used for statistical analysis and decision-making in business. The course includes both descriptive statistics and inferential concepts used to draw conclusions about a population. Research techniques such as sampling and experiment design are included for both single and multiple sample groups.
Requirements Gathering & Testing w/Lab
- This course introduces the systems development life cycle (SDLC), and then focuses on the requirements-gathering and testing phases. Through hands-on experience and real-world project work, students apply techniques for developing comprehensive system requirements. They learn how to identify stakeholders and facilitate meetings in formats including face-to-face communication, online discussions, web conferences and conference calls. Experience is also gained in planning and coordinating a comprehensive testing process and evaluating test results to ensure that solutions meet requirements.
Project Management
- This course enhances students’ ability to function in a project leadership role. While exploring the project life cycle, they gain experience in budget and time-line management. Project management software is used to design project schedules using methods such as bar charts, program evaluation review technique (PERT) and critical path method (CPM) to produce project plans to apply to the solution of case studies.
Object-Oriented Programming for Business with Lab
- This course addresses how various system architectures, programming and database technologies combine to form a system, and provides an overview of local and wide area networks at a conceptual level. Basic object-oriented programming principles are covered, and a programming language is used to implement a simple multi-tier desktop database application. The course culminates with students analyzing a business problem and recommending a system to address the related business needs. Prerequisite: BIS261 / 5-4
Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship
- This course introduces students to business functions, problem areas, decision-making techniques and management fundamentals required for effectively managing a small business.
Principles of Web Development with Lab
- This course concentrates on basic knowledge and skills required for web page design from the perspective of the business manager in an organization conducting business online. Coursework focuses on developing technical and business skills to accomplish business goals. Emphasis is placed on maintaining balance between technology tools and business strategy. Sufficient technical knowledge is developed to facilitate effective communication with information technology (IT) professionals such as web-masters and network administrators.
Technology, Society, and Culture
- In this capstone course, the relationship between society and technology is investigated through reading, reflection, research and reports. The course identifies conditions that have promoted technological development and assesses the social, political, environmental, cultural and economic effects of current technology. Issues of control and ethical considerations in the use of technology are primary. Discussion and oral and written reports draw together students’ prior learning in specialty and general education courses.
Data Analysis for Decision-Making with Lab
- Using a business case approach and an enterprise-level database management system, students learn structured query language (SQL) to extract data to be used for solving business problems. The course focuses on developing students’ ability to write complex SQL statements. Report-writing software is then used to organize and present such information to stakeholders. Implementation of database security is also covered.
Systems Implementation and Training with Lab
- This course focuses on implementing systems and managing change in large and small organizations. Students learn to perform needs analysis, and develop training and implementation plans to ensure that initiatives are effectively introduced. They also gain experience with e-learning technologies, discover how such tools can be used to conduct training, develop training materials and conduct a training session.
Web-Based Solutions with Lab
- This course addresses methods to share data effectively via the Internet, mobile computing, and mail and web servers. Students also learn to create a simple system that integrates client side and server side technologies.
Career Development Strategies
- Building on self-presentation and career planning skills gained earlier, students in this course acquire knowledge of ongoing career development strategies. Through research, analysis and discussion of case studies, videos, role-plays and contemporary business literature, students identify principles and practices associated with professionalism in today’s careers. Students develop potential career paths that suit personal strengths and aspirations, and develop greater awareness of themselves as communicators, problem-solvers and team players.
Business Intelligence and Data Analysis with Lab
- This course addresses how a company’s business intelligence program supports business strategy. Students use an enterpriselevel database management system to design and implement a simple data warehouse. They also study components of a decision support system; organize, analyze and present data using data analysis and report-writing tools; and make business decisions based on such data.
Senior Project
- Working in teams, students apply knowledge and skills, including competencies in problem-solving, critical thinking, research, teamwork, and oral and written communication, to realworld problems in a client-based environment. Assignments are based on competencies developed in students’ prior coursework.
Resumé
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Professional Development and Training
CompTIA A+ Certification (In Progress)
Ruby on Rails Certificate (Udemy.com, In Progress)
IOS Mobile Application Development with Swift Course (Udemy.com, In Progress)
References
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Awards and Accomplishents
- DeVry University Dean's List (4 consecutive semesters)
Philanthropy
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Technical Director and Operations Manager for "Not The Last Dance-athon 2014"
- Fund raiser in support of Team in Training for The Lymphoma and Leukemia Society.
- Engaged local San Francisco community and raised thousands of dollars for The Lymphoma and Leukemia Socity.
- Filled venue.
Affiliations
Career Pathing and Goals
- One year goal : Obtain an entry level Systems Administor position with a prominent local bay area firm. Gain professional experience and grow list of professional accomplishments.
- Two year goal: Maintain Systems Administor position and complete supplemental certification education. Educational supplementation will have an emphasis on MS Certification, mobile app development and database administration.
- Five year goal: Obtain an supervisory or managerial position in Information Systems Management with a prominent tech firm in the San Francisco Bay area. Further educational goals will include obtaining a Master's of Information Systems Management graduate degree.
Work Samples
Some work samples of web development and programming can be found on the following websites: