Biography
Achinta Banik joined George Brown College in 2016 with 25 years of work experience in the corporate world. Based on his decades-long corporate experiences, he always uses current class examples and shares experiences through case study illustrations to stimulate discussions. He also debates among the students to seek clarity and draw lessons to prepare themselves for their professional endeavours. Achinta's teaching approach, which emphasises on the basic theoretical issues and real world case studies, enriches the students and helps them in their efforts to gain access to the job market.
Academic Credentials
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), 2014
Certified General Accountant (CGA), 2014
Master of Commerce in Accounting from University of Chittagong, Bangladesh, 1989
Bachelor of Commerce with Honours in Accounting from University of Chittagong, Bangladesh, 1987
Areas of Specialization
Accounting
Business Studies
Areas of Expertise
Accounting (introductory
intermediate
and advance)
Management Accounting
Case study based teaching
Career Highlights
2017-Present: Director Finance, Dymaxium Inc.
2016-Present: Part-time Professor, George Brown College, Centre for Business
2014–2017: Group Finance Manager, Dymaxium Inc.
2008–2014: Finance Manager, Dymaxium Inc.
2006–2008: Financial Analyst, Revlon Canada Inc.
2005–2006: Sr. Accountant, Primrose Drilling Ventures Ltd.
1997–2005: Sr. Joint Venture Accountant, Shell Exploration and Development BV
1991–1997: Deputy Controller, Char Development & Settlement Project (Bi-lateral project of the Government of Bangladesh and the Government of the Netherlands)
Other Activities
Member- Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario (CPA Ontario)
Member- International Academy of Management and Business (IAMB)
