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LATHITHA BUYANA

Bellville,WC

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented BCom Information Systems final year student with a strong passion for technology and its application in managing business risk. Proficient in Python programming, Oracle SQL, and Oracle APEX for data analytics and reporting. Adept at identifying problems, analysing root causes, and delivering practical solutions. Known for being a high-performing team player who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments and quickly adapts to change. Eager to contribute technical and analytical skills in a role that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

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Work History

IT Test Analyst Internship

Youth At Work
02.2025 - Current
  • Supported agile development methodologies by participating in scrum meetings, sprint planning, and backlog grooming sessions.
  • Optimized test coverage by collaborating with product owners to understand business requirements and priorities thoroughly.
  • Validated integrations between internal systems as well as third-party applications for seamless data flow across platforms.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Information Systems

University of The Western Cape
Bellville, Western Cape
11-2025

High School Diploma -

Hector Petersen High School
Zwelitsha, South Africa
11-2022

Skills

  • Computer Literacy (Microsoft applications)
  • Agile methodology
  • Python
  • Oracle SQL developer
  • Good communication
  • Reliable team player
  • SAS programming and R-GUI basics

Accomplishments

  • Developed a data analytics dashboard using Oracle APEX to visualize insights from a big OT database.
  • Built and managed a database using Oracle SQL to store and retrieve structured business data.
  • Served as team leader for a Information systems group project on enterprise systems, achieving high marks for collaboration and solution design.

Certification

  • STEP Programme – Entrepreneurial Training (2023)
  • UPBI Programme – Business Consulting (2024)

Short Programs

  • STEP Programme (2023) – Completed a 6-week entrepreneurial training program. Co-founded a small business as part of a team and successfully sold products within the program timeline.
  • UPBI Programme (2024)—Participated in a business consulting program. Provided consultancy to a tutoring business, offering recommendations for improved advertising and marketing strategies.

Timeline

IT Test Analyst Internship

Youth At Work
02.2025 - Current

Bachelor of Commerce - Information Systems

University of The Western Cape

High School Diploma -

Hector Petersen High School
LATHITHA BUYANA