Mission & Belief

Continue to expand my knowledge and to further develop my skills in the fields of Business, Entrepreneurship, Computer Science & Knowledge Sharing, with the main aim to give back to society. I believe in a world where we can find a balance between development and the preservation of our environment. 

Education

MBA   Australian Institute of Business, Business Administration             November 2014

Thesis: “Cloud computing and its implications on the
operational efficiency of Centre for Information Technology in Guyana”

            Advisor: Dr. Ruth Lee

B.Sc    University of Guyana, Computer Science                                        November 2001

Passed with Distinction (Best Graduating Student 2001)

Applied Project: “Database Solution for the Management of
Student Records at the University of Guyana”
 

Lecturer         Department of Computer Science,                  August 2007 - Present
University of Guyana

Part-time        Department of Computer Science                   September 2002 – July 2005
Lecturer

Professional Positions

Manager         TelsNet Inc.                                                    January 2002 – November 2006

                        Internet Service Provider

Support          Internet Works Inc.                                         July 2001  - January 2020
Tech

Professional Development

ITU Certification: Design & Development of Accessible Websites

International Telecommunication Union, Guyana, May - June 2019

Description: Candidates were exposed to ITU Standards Requirements and the workshops provided training to develop the skills to assess and modify websites to meet the ITU requirements. 

ITU Certification: Creation & Remediation of Accessible Digital Content

International Telecommunication Union, Guyana, May 2019

Description: Candidates were exposed to the various standards for ITU and training was provided to assess and modify digital content to meet the ITU requirements. 

Certificate: Global Entrepreneurship & Innovation Immersion Program

Manning School of Business, UMASS Lowell, USA, July 2018

Description: Candidates when through immersive training that included Ideation, Innovative Product Design & Development, Business Planning, Financing and Marketing.

Research Experience

My research experience is lengthy for undergrad Computer Science research. These were co-authored with students in the Department of Computer Science for the courses CSE 4100 and CSE4200. Some of the notable studies include:

• Persaud, G. & Lackha, RA. “Using Machine learning and Emergence to provide nondeterministic NPCs in video game combat” (2018)
• Persaud, G. & Kashrinandan, K. “Can Network Management Software Improve Efficiency For Small Businesses In Developing Countries (Guyana)” (2017)
• Persaud, G. & Velloza, TM. “A Framework for a Digital-Based Art Curriculum in Guyana” (2017)
• Persaud, G.  & Indarsingh, T. “A comparative analysis of the usability of event management software user interfaces” (2017)
• Persaud, G. & Alli, A. “A Comparative study of the various mapping frameworks for Campus-Based Navigational systems” (2017)
• Persaud, G. & Assing, S. “Improving Referencing Accuracy in Location-Based Augmented Reality Applications” (2016)
• Persaud, G. & Stephens, A. “A Graphical Password Scheme to Secure Against Smudge Attacks & Shoulder Surfing” (2016)
• Persaud, G. & Johnson, N. “A Cloud Computing Adoption Framework for financial organisations in Guyana – G.C.A.F” (2015)
• Marks, E.. Persaud, G. & Ferreira, R. “Gesture-Based 3D Sculpting” (2015)
• Persaud, G. & Phillips, J. “Teaching physics using computer stimulated models” (2011)
• Persaud, G. & Anderson, R. “The Investigation of an Object Identification System for the visually impaired” (2011)
• Persaud, G. & Cornelius, S. “Enhancing Usability through interface simplification without sacrificing functional complexity” (2011)