Rija Akbar has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Rija currently works at 4C Strategies as an HR Manager and HR Business Partner since April 2022. Prior to that, they worked at Orlando Health, where they held various positions including HR Business Partner, Employee Relations Coordinator, Human Resources Administrative Assistant, Financial Counselor II, and Financial Counselor. Rija also served as the Graduate Student Association President at the University of Central Florida from October 2020 to May 2021. Rija Akbar began their career as a Human Resources Intern at Orange County Government and also worked as an Administrative Support staff. Rija has also worked as a Marketing Assistant at Allstate, a Front Store Cashier at CVS Pharmacy, and a Student Mentor at Cypress Creek High School.
Rija Akbar obtained a Masters of Management degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Central Florida, which they attended from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from the same university, attending from 2015 to 2017. Rija started their higher education journey at Valencia College from 2013 to 2015, where they obtained an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in General Studies. Additionally, they have obtained several certifications, including Strategic Human Resources from LinkedIn in April 2023 and Calculating Earned Value and Leadership Fundamentals from Lynda.com in November 2016. Rija also holds the SHRM - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification, but the specific month and year of obtaining it are not provided.
December 1, 2023 - present
April, 2022