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, Investment

Abstract

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.

Additional Files

Published

2021-09-02

How to Cite

Gazi Farok. (2021). Case Study: The Impact of NAFTA on Real GDP and GDP Per Capita of the Member States . NOLEGEIN-Journal of Financial Planning and Management, 4(1). Retrieved from https://mbajournals.in/index.php/JoFPM/article/view/765

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 1 (2021): NOLEGEIN Journal of Financial Planning & Management

Section

Case Study