Life Impact

Alexandra Olczyk

My time at university has provided me with a diverse set of skills! My decision to undertake a double degree in Finance and Economics at The University of Adelaide was driven by the wide range of applications and possibilities that these fields offer. This training has lead to me to obtaining a cadetship with the Australian Bureau of Statistics, which supports me in my current studies and provides full time employment at the completion of my Honours year.

During my studies I focused on portfolio analysis and econometrics and complemented these core courses with electives in Mathematics, Accounting and Politics. I discovered that not only were Finance and Economics closely related to each other, but that these areas of study provide a broader education because of their wide-ranging inter-disciplinary nature.

The time I spent at the University of Adelaide has been enjoyable academically and socially. I have had the opportunity to study under the tutelage of lecturers with international credentials and experience, which has given me the confidence to pursue a career that will provide me with exciting and challenging opportunities. My academic exploits have also been accompanied by forging strong friendships and a busy social life. I think that my studies will hold me in good stead for future employment and a potential career abroad.