Funmilayo Ajayi
Pre-doctoral Researcher @UChicago || Development Economics || Finance || Public Policy || Data Analytics || Chartered Accountant
- Role
- Research Professional at Development Innovation Lab
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Funmilayo Ajayi
As an ambitious professional driven by a passion for economics and finance, my ultimate goal is to cultivate a remarkable career focused on generating impactful policy solutions for the economic challenges faced by developing countries. I am deeply intrigued by the realm of developmental economics and the intricate relationship between financial development and poverty alleviation. Exploring the role of the financial system in fostering economic progress and comprehending the effects of private sector access to credit on overall growth captivates my curiosity. Furthermore, my interest extends to the study of institutions and their profound influence on shaping economic growth. Through rigorous research and analysis, I strive to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in these areas, aiming to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities worldwide.
Experience
Research Professional
Jul 2023 — Present · US
Working with Nobel Laureate Professor Michael Kremer and other leading economists on projects focused on education interventions in sub-Saharan Africa, human-centered weather forecasting, and voucher-based safe water initiatives in Nigeria.
Education
Federal University Of Agriculture, Abeokuta
Bachelor's degree
2014 — 2019
Baum Tenpers Institute
Certificate Program in Mathematics for Doctoral Studies in Economics
2022 — 2022
Yale University
Master's degree
2022 — 2023
University of Chicago
Non-degree
2024 — 2024
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