Dr. Divine Fondem
Columbus, OH ************@*****.** 614-***-****
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Bilingual: French & English
Prepping FRM L1 (OCT 2024)
Finra SIE Cert (Nov 2023)
FMVA Cert (Jan 2022), ESG Cert (Feb 2022)
CapitalIQ, STATA, SPSS
MS Excel, Publisher
Professional license: Economics & Social Studies
Active listening analytically minded problem-solver
Financial modeling skills
EDUCATION
DBA in Finance May 2021
Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
GPA: 3.84
Relevant Courses: Accounting Fundamentals, Accounting Principles and Standards, Advance Excel Formulas and Functions, Strategic Allocation Financial Resources, Quantitative Research, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Managerial Finance, Financial Statement Analysis, Merger & Acquisition, Investment & Derivatives
M.Ed. in Education September 2011
University of Bamenda, Bamenda Cameroon
MA Economic Analysis September 2010
BS in Economic Analysis June 2007
University of Dschang, Dschang, Cameroon
EXPERIENCE
Adjunct Instructor
University of the People December 2024 – Present
Teach more than three courses in 8 weeks schedules, provide constructive feedback promptly to students
Post weekly announcements on the blackboard, and learning guide in discussion form, and respond to student threads within 48 hours.
Responsible for grading, checking the grade book, and following the University protocol to establish a respectful, and integrity learning environment that fosters each student's learning ability.
Financial Professional Instructor March 2022 – December 2024
University of Maryland Global Campus
Led Tutorial lessons to graduate students Innovated teaching approaches engaging all students on various platforms.
Assist in developing course curriculum and attend faculty meeting graded assignments providing needed feedback.
Professional Adult Instructor May 2017 – March 2022
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, Columbus OH
Economics Substitute Teacher September 2014 – May 2017
Columbus City School District, Columbus, OH
Taught economics, prepared lesson notes, and monitored and supported students to achieve their full potential.
Clearly explain key economics concepts and theories more practically with simple and effective examples
Innovated teaching approaches for distance learners utilizing Chromebooks, projectors, and video presentations.
Economics Teaching Assistant September 2011 – October 2012
University of Dschang, Dschang, Cameroon
Led tutorial lessons to undergraduate students improving understanding and application of key concepts.
Assisted course lecturer in developing course curriculum and graded assignments and provided needed feedback.
Ohio Economics State Teacher October 2008 – September 2012
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, Columbus, OH
Create content for instructional units emphasizing the integration of content into the workplace.
Evaluate student activities and provide appropriate feedback to enhance students’ ability to learn new skills.
Loan Officer March 2010 – August 2011
Union Bank of Cameroon, Kumba, Cameroon
Oversaw mortgage and loan documents for accuracy and accountability purposes mitigating errors.
Evaluated the client’s needs and provided key information helping to determine a viable solution for loan products.
Financial Analyst February 2009 – January 2010
Commercial Bank of Cameroon, Kumba, Cameroon
Advise fund managers to effectively manage portfolios and perform financial statement valuations.
Analyze the performance and profitability of the bank calculating key financial ratios using Excel.
Interpret financial statements to identify key financial ratios for decision and strategic processes.
FINANCE AND DATA ANALYTIC CERTIFICATION
Tableau - Certification
SQL - Certification
Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst - Certification
Dashboards & Data Visualization - Certification
Reading Financial Statements - Certification
Capital Markets & Securities Analyst (CMSA)® - Certification
INTELLECTUAL CONTRIBUTION
Fondem, Divine, "Corporate Social Responsibility, Corporate Governance, and Banking Performance in the CEMAC Region" (2021). Doctoral Dissertations and Projects. 2950.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/doctoral/2950
Journal Publications
Fondem, B. D., & Luo, L., (2022). Corporate Social Responsibility, Corporate Governance, and Banking Performance in the CEMAC Region. International Journal of Business Ethics in Developing Economies
11(2) 2022, 01-11 http://publishingindia.com/ijbede/
Fondem, B. D., & Luo, L., (2023). Export-Led Policy, Agricultural, Industrial, and Financial Sectors Growth in Cameroon. Business and Economic Research, 13(4),
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5296/ber.v13i4.21373
WORKING PAPERS
Oil Price Volatility and Bank Profitability in Major Oil Exporting Countries in Africa
Enterprise Risk Management and Financial Performance in Property and Casualty Insurance Companies in South Africa