Yogesh Singh Katoch

About Yogesh Singh Katoch

Pursuing an MBA at the New York Institute of Technology, I am currently a Business Analyst at Optifino and a Research Assistant, where my core competencies in financial analysis, modeling, and advanced data analytics thrive. My academic journey also includes a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science from Amity University and an incubation program at IIM Bangalore. At Optifino, I\'ve engineered financial models for top insurance carriers, demonstrating a deep comprehension of diverse financial products. My recent engagement at NYIT involves cutting-edge research in housing price forecasting using machine learning, where my proficiency in Python, R, and SQL enables the development of predictive models with high accuracy. At AIESEC, as the Vice President of Finance, our team managed financial operations, fostering partnerships and leading fundraising strategies that aligned with organizational values. This experience, coupled with my language skills in Hindi, English, and French, positions me to contribute diverse perspectives and innovative solutions to the team.

Experience

1. Research Assistant

   Optifino

   Jan 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Conducted advanced research on housing price forecasting using machine learning techniques and statistical modeling to analyze market trends and predict pricing dynamics.•Developed predictive models leveraging algorithms such as linear regression, decision trees, and gradient boosting (e.g, XGBoost) to improve forecasting accuracy.• Utilized Python, R, and SQL for data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model development, ensuring robust data analysis pipelines.• Conducted extensive exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify key features influencing housing prices, including location, economic indicators, and property attributes.• Implemented time-series analysis and forecasting techniques to analyze historical pricing trends and predict future movements.• Built and deployed interactive dashboards using Power BI and Tableau to visualize trends and communicate insights to stakeholders.• Collaborated with faculty members and fellow researchers to publish findings, contributing to academic research in the field of predictive analytics and real estate economics.

Education

• Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

  IIM Bangalore Startup Incubation

• Amity University

  Bachelor's degree

  2015 — 2018

• New York Institute of Technology

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2023 — 2025

• Amity University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech

  2015 — 2019