Joseph Degraft Akoto
@josephdegraftakoto
I apply mathematical engineering and actuarial training to financial modelling, AML analysis, and risk-focused work.
ItalyWhat I'm looking for
I'm completing an MSc in Financial Engineering at WorldQuant University after studying Mathematical Engineering at the University of L’Aquila and earning a BSc in Actuarial Science.
At Dimitra International, I analyzed and resolved AML cases while supporting KYC and customer due diligence processes under EU and Spanish AML regulations.
My foundation spans stochastic modelling, probability theory, statistical inference, financial markets, and quantitative modelling. I work with Python, R, MATLAB, Octave, Excel for financial modelling, Word, and PowerPoint.
I'm also pursuing Society of Actuaries credentials in Probability and Financial Mathematics, building toward finance, risk, and actuarial work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
AML Analyst Intern
Dimitra International
Apr 2025 - Jul 2025 (3 months)
Analyzed and resolved Anti-Money Laundering (AML) cases in compliance with EU AML Directives and Spanish AML regulations. Supported Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) processes.
Administrative Assistant
International Relations Directorate, Police HQ
Sep 2020 - Apr 2022 (1 year 7 months)
Supervised Pre-SAAT and SAAT examinations for police officers selected for deployment to African Union and United Nations peacekeeping missions. Prepared weekly reports on the deployment and return of police officers serving in UNMISS and AMISOM peacekeeping missions.
Administrative Intern
Vanguard Life Assurance Company Limited
Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 (2 months)
Assisted with data entry, file organization, scheduling meetings, and welcoming clients. Coordinated seminars to raise awareness about the benefits of life insurance policies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
WorldQuant University
MSc, Financial Engineering
2025 -
Currently pursuing an MSc in Financial Engineering, with expected completion in 2026.
University of L'Aquila
MSc, Mathematical Engineering
2022 - 2025
Completed an MSc in Mathematical Engineering from 2022 to 2025.
WorldQuant University
Foundations of Financial Engineering, Financial Engineering
2025 - 2025
Completed the Foundations of Financial Engineering program from April to July 2025.
University of L'Aquila
Pre-Master's Foundation, Applied Mathematics
2022 - 2023
Completed a Pre-Master's Foundation in Applied Mathematics from 2022 to 2023.
Rice University
Course, Finance
2021 - 2021
Completed the Finance for Non-Finance Professionals course on Coursera in January 2021.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Course, Entrepreneurship
2021 - 2021
Completed the Entrepreneurship I: Laying the Foundation course on Coursera in July 2021.
University of Amsterdam
Course, Statistics
2021 - 2021
Completed the Basic Statistics course on Coursera in September 2021.
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
BSc, Actuarial Science
2016 - 2020
Completed a BSc in Actuarial Science from 2016 to 2020.
Mfantsipim School
WASSCE, Engineering Science
2013 - 2016
Completed WASSCE in Engineering Science from 2013 to 2016.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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