Maria-Luiza Apostolescu

Research Analyst - Strategy and Insight at McDonald Butler

Maria-Luiza Apostolescu has a diverse work experience in various sectors. Maria-Luiza (ML) most recently held the position of Business Development Director & Deputy Research Director at Vantage Research LLC since September 2022. Prior to that, they worked at The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) as a Public Policy Senior Analyst, where they led and managed projects, conducted economic analysis, and presented project deliverables to clients.

Maria-Luiza also served as a Research Analyst - Strategy and Insight at McDonald Butler, a Research Assistant at OPM, and a Research Analyst at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). Additionally, they gained experience as an Enquiries Researcher at the BBC and ASOS.

Maria-Luiza pursued a personal research project on The Troubles in Northern Ireland, where they examined the impact of conflict on economic development. Maria-Luiza (ML) then moved to London and worked on a research project on management best practices at LSE. Maria-Luiza (ML) also worked as a Private Tutor, teaching subjects like English, Economics, and Philosophy at Anacours.

Furthermore, Maria-Luiza served as a Research Associate at Sciences-Po Paris, where they worked on a team to develop policy recommendations for food security. Maria-Luiza (ML) conducted primary and secondary research, analyzed macro-level data, and presented the findings at an international conference. Maria-Luiza (ML) also worked as a Policy Evaluation Intern at the Ministry of European Affairs - Central Evaluation Unit, where they contributed to various projects focused on improving statistical data supply, enhancing visibility of EU funds, and developing a Knowledge Management Tool.

Overall, Maria-Luiza's work experience demonstrates their abilities in research, analysis, project management, and client relations.

Maria-Luiza Apostolescu, often referred to as ML, has a diverse educational background that spans various disciplines and institutions. Maria-Luiza (ML) began their education in 2008, attending both Sciences Po and Pierre and Marie Curie University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Government and Economics and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Environmental Sciences, respectively. ML successfully completed these degrees in 2011.

Continuing their educational journey, ML enrolled at the University of Strathclyde in 2010 for a year-long exchange program. During this time, they focused on Government and Chemistry.

In 2011, ML returned to Sciences Po to pursue a Master's degree in International Development, with a major in Energy. Maria-Luiza (ML) completed their Master's program in 2013.

Overall, ML's education history showcases their wide-ranging interests and commitment to gaining expertise in multiple fields, including government, economics, environmental sciences, and international development.

Links

Previous companies

BBC logo
Sciences Po logo


Teams

This person is not in any teams