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Bio
I am an Accounting student at UCT. I love using my experience as a student to help other students better understand how to approach their studies and have a positive mindset.
I have experienced both success and moments of being considered "average" in various courses, giving me a well-rounded perspective on the academic spectrum. This diverse experience allows me to relate to fellow students, drawing upon my own challenges to help them grasp concepts they may find challenging.
Education
• Graduated B.Com. Financial Accounting (University of Cape Town)
• Currently doing Post graduate diploma in Accounting
My Proudest
Achievements
• I am a member of the Golden Key Society - Membership can only be obtained through invitation by being part of the top 15% of academic achievers in my course.
• I was an honors student in high school and managed to matriculate with 7As and the majority of my subjects above 90%.
Subjects
Financial Reporting
First Year - Second Year ACC2011SI am a BCom Accounting student at UCT who is aiming to eventually become a CA(SA). I am passionate about helping other students better understand Financial Reporting so that they can have confidence in the content when going into tests and exams. I hope to make studing more enjoyable for others.
Business Law
First Year CML1004SI'm a great tutor for this course as Business Law 1 was really fun for me. I believe that I will be able to transfer this enthusiasm through my teaching to help make a real difference.
Financial Accounting
First Year - Second Year ACC1006FFinancial Accounting is the base for all future accounting courses for students who plan on majoring in Accounting. I believe that I have the skills to break down the concepts in the course to a manageable level which will help students commit the information to their long-term memory.
Financial Management
First Year - Second Year FTX2024Financial management is a course that focuses on the basics of finance - learning it well sets one up for success. I believe that I have the skills to break down the concepts in the course to a manageable level which will help students commit the information to their long-term memory.
Accounting Information Systems
First Year - Second Year INF2004I'm a great tutor for these courses as Information systems & IT in Business was really fun for me. The topics taught include skills and lessons that are valuable in the workplace, e.g. Excel. I believe that I can transfer my enthusiasm through my teaching to help make a real difference.
Mathematics
Grade 1 - Grade 5 NSCMaths is a subject that is often misunderstood as difficult/boring. I believe that with the correct approach, it is a subject that one can learn to enjoy and appreciate over time. I like to help students in their early school years to develop a good attitude towards maths to ensure academic success.
Homework
Grade 1 - Grade 7 MathematicsI can help students stay focused on completing their homework and am able to give tips on how to manage their time and best tackle the tasks at hand to ensure that it is completed efficiently, and in a way that the content will be committed to their long-term memory (which ensures academic success)
Reviews from others
“Shilpa is beyond WOW. Shilpa is great at listening to my areas of concern and then formulatating a strategy to address these concerns. She definitely knows the content well and knows how to explain in a way that is understandable to me. She motivates me to master the content through understanding She connects theory to application and shares excellent tips for studying and mastering the content. She's patient with me and my time with her really flies because the lesson is interesting and she makes the concepts relatable. She has quickly become a valuable person to me and I am immensely grateful for the opportunity to learn through Shilpa.”- Hafsa
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