Case Study: The Impact of NAFTA on Real GDP and GDP Per Capita of the Member States
Authors
- Gazi Farok Ph.D. Scholar
Keywords:
Agreement, Trade, Tariff, Economic, InvestmentAbstract
NAFTA, The North American Free Trade Agreement is a trilateral agreement negotiated by the
governments of Canada, Mexico, and the United States on January 1, 1994. This agreement created
one of the world’s largest free-trade zones in history, laying the foundation for strong economic
growth, rising prosperity for its member countries, and the strengthening of political ties. By
implementing NAFTA, it systematically removed tariffs on the majority of goods produced by its
members. The last remaining tariffs removed on January 1, 2008 and it was called for phases to
phase elimination of most non-tariff barriers to cross-border investment and the movement of goods
and services. This agreement is used to consider as free-trade among the three countries, over a 25-
year period and NAFTA renegotiation have been introduced in January 2019 with new commitments.
Author Biography
Gazi Farok, Ph.D. Scholar
Gazi Farok (Gazi Md. Golam Farok)
42 Overture Road, Scarborough, ON, M1E 2V9
Phone: 647-348-8933 (H) & 416-909-9171 (C); Email: [email protected]
OBJECTIVE
To obtain the position of Trustee Ward 21, Toronto District chool Board (TDSB), Toronto, ON where I can mention the specific skills and attributes that you plans to offer the organization.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Researched and applied theories of Project Management, Supply Chain Management and Environmental Management system comparison to ISO 14001.
- Developed various key concepts of project cost management for basic budgeting and responsibility accounting, published technical journals and cost management reports
- Reviewed the procurement cycle including RFPs, contracts, and legal requirements.
- Graduate studies and applied experience in International Business from Asian and North American perspectives include Strategic Planning and Marketing, Operations and Asset Management
- Monitored and executed public concerns and City development projects
- Suggested and drawn financial and academic plan, curriculum 2020 vision of Ryerson University
EDUCATION
PhD in EVM (Project) Management 2014
Ryerson and Ashley University, Toronto, Canada
Master of Mechanical Engineering 2012
Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
Project Management Certificate 2013
Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
Master of Business Administration 2008
Bangladesh Open University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering 2004
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Dhaka
Diploma in Computer Science and Application 2000
Bangladesh Open University, Dhaka
Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management 1998
Bangladesh Institute of Management, Dhaka
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering 1996
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Dhaka
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Exam Invigilator & Proctor 2013 – Present
York University, Toronto, Canada
- Conduct the examination codes and establishrelationships among teachers and students
- Manage, count and collect exams and signatures from students and help the respective professors
- Manage examination schedule and academic instructions with couple of schools and departments
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Executive Office Associates Sept 2016 – December 2016
Sheraton Gateway Hotel, Pearson Airport, Toronto, Canada
- Gather, analyze, report and summarize Guest Experience Index scores to the Director of Operations
- Assist engineering inspections, housekeeping with room inspections and tracking/ maintaining inventories for lost and found, human resources with posters and specific duties of other departments
- Calculate costs for various departments and quantifying where investments need to be made and if they can be made within the hotel & organize and maintain files, analyze reports and surveys
Poll Clerk 2014 & 2015
Elections Ontario & Elections Canada, Toronto, Canada
- Trained and administered the roles and regulations of public election system
- Helped electors to submit their mandate with transparency
Executive Engineer and Trainer 2014 - 2015
DWASA, Dhaka,Bangladesh
- Trained course materials and conducted technical training and demonstrations for employees
- Prepared tenders and administered contracts for the installation and rehabilitation of infrastructure
Supply Chain Management Consultant 2014-2015
Institute of Professional Development, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Updated course materials for conducting technical training on supply chain management
- Lectured on E-Marketing, Supply Chain Management Contract, EOQ Models, Project Life Cycle
Research Assistant and Deputy Chairperson (Education) 2010-2012
Ryerson University and Ryerson Students Union, Toronto, Canada
- Led and participated information session about reduction of student loans, increased the number of summer courses offerings, resolved research funding conflicts & approved travel grants for research
- Communicated with higher authorities and executives for student concerns, post residency fees
- Achievement: Recognizedby the Graduate Dean as an influential student leader for increasing graduate summer courses offerings
Executive Engineer 2008-2009
Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority, Dhaka,Bangladesh
- Supervised project schedules, plans, design specifications and analyzed periodic reports
- Managed public functions, monitored divisional financial budgets, coordinated manpower facilities
Sub Divisional Engineer 2005-2008
Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Assisted with the collaboration of marketing plan development of long-termand short term strategies
- Prepared drafts of documents, engineering design, contracts, specifications and agreements
- Accomplishment: Special salary increment for obtaining first class in PGD in Personnel Management.
Assistant Engineer 1997 - 2004
Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Prepared project profile, engineering design, contracts, specifications and agreements
- Monitored public requests on city water, sewerage and drainage systems
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Operations andMaintenance Engineer 1996 - 1997
Bonny Knit Fashion Limited, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Prepared maintenance manuals, operational sequences, and conducted contracts, specifications
- Accomplishment:Presented a scheduling model to monitor employees’ absenteeism and turnover
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Senator (Alumni) 2013-2015
Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
- Negotiated at Senate meeting to enable alumni to gain access to Ryerson Professional software such as AutoCAD, MS Project and Solidworks
- Arranged alumni events such fundraising and social gathering
Coordinator 2011-2012
Career Fair, Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
- Observed and collected students cover letter, resume for the intended companies
- Organized feedback and implemented employer strategies in order to engage the students.
Teacher 2010-2011
Bangladeshi-Canadian Community Services, Toronto, Canada
- Instructed general science, mathematics approximately 30 students between age of 12-14
- Provided feedback and implemented teaching strategies in order to engage the students.
Executive Member 2007-2009Mechanical Engineering Division, Institution of Engineers, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Planned and implemented ‘International Conference on Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
- Arranged town hall discussions, annual picnic and published technical reports
- Developed professional leadership concepts and collected funds and subscription to handle day to day expenses
Executive Member 2004-2006 Engineers Association, Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Leaded, implemented professional motions and suggested roles of administer
- Provided feedback and implemented members requests according to organizational policies
- Accomplishment:Upgraded an organizational salary model and elected by highest popularity (mandated 81% voters).
TECHNICAL AND MANAGEMENT TRAINING
Resource Person on Project Management- Financial & Capacity Building Consultancy at DWSSDP 2015
Drainage System and its improvement plan in Dhaka City UDDP- Funded by Netherlands 2015
DCI Pipe Testing Assignment Beijing, China 2007
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Engineering in Trainee at Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO), Member at Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE), Member at Project Management Institute (PMI), USA, Member at American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), Life Fellow at Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh and Member at Bangladesh Computer Society.
