Hi all,
please read the first draft of my statement of purpose and comment on any suggested changes. I thank you in advance for you time.
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If I was given the task of defining globalisation in a single sentence, I would not describe it much different from how I would typically describe myself. Globalisation is the integration of knowledge among people, countries, and cultures just as I am the product of the people that I have met and the places that I have been. At the age of 10, I asked my parents to go on a 1-month exchange program in the UK. Ever since then, I have been fascinated by different cultures and the influence they can have on one another. Fast forward 11 years, 4 cities, and an 8-year experience of living overseas by myself, I have spread my wings, explored the world, and immersed into different cultures. I look in the mirror and see a man older in age and wiser in knowledge compared to the aspiring 10 year-old. However, what I still see is a man lacking in knowledge of how to best put his experience into practice and a little kid who is eager to learn just exactly how to do so.
This is why I have decided to apply for the Master's program in International Business at the University of _______. I believe a global degree is the best platform for learning from the world and sharing with the world. During my 8-year education in Australia which consisted of a high school certificate and a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, I constantly faced challenges and struggles that come with being in an international setting. It started with the barriers to communication which I imagine is normal for any 12-year old studying in a foreign country. But then, I found deeper issues at hand such as clashes in values and beliefs and the occasional non-intentional racial discrimination and mockery as well as intentional ones. I have since been intrigued by the issues of cross-cultural communication, especially from a management perspective, and the ways we can overcome such issues in the workplace. On a global scale, I am also fascinated by the rates that the world's economy is internationalising and how we can connect with suppliers and manufacturers with just the click of a button. I believe that this degree will give me a strong foundation on the processes of international business and the best practices we can implement in international business.
The most influential exposure to international management came during my 1-month training in Switzerland with xxxx, an internationally renowned company specialised in xxxx which I work as a marketing assistant in its xxx branch up to the time of writing this letter. During my training in the company's department of marketing, I had first hand insights on the advantages of working in a global and multinational firm such as the talented global network of employees who are able to collaborate with colleagues virtually throughout the company. More importantly, I also noticed some drawbacks that have occurred as a result of the enormous size of the firm such as the non-existent work culture which has been diluted by the company's global structure, the lost-in-translation communication among peers in different regions, and the lack of understanding for one's responsibilities due to the complex matrix organisational structure. I truly believe that economic globalisation is the biggest innovation and transformation that the modern business world has seen, with limitless possibilities and exceeding all boundaries of what was traditionally possible. Therefore, the biggest and most important discovery that I found during my 1-month internship at this global firm is the importance of having effective international management in order to capitalise on the advantages of economic globalisation. This experience has added fuel to the fire that is my burning desire to study this area of interest on a deeper level.
Although my academic performance may be lower than your entry requirement, I would like to stress that my performance in the latter half of my degree significantly improved, with an average of 77% in the 6 compulsory Management and Marketing third-year subjects which is equivalent to a Second Class Honours (H2A) at the University of xxxx. I am the first to admit that the start of my university life was one with difficulty, confusion, and lots of open-ended questions about my goals in life. Initially, I intended to major in Accounting and Finance which I soon realised was not a right fit for my career prospects and resulted in a series of mediocre results and brought down my final result. Although I am utterly disappointed with the results in my first year of Bachelor's degree, I see it as a blessing in disguise as I was able to find an area of study that I truly enjoy in Marketing and Management and, with commitment and persistence, I achieved outstanding results in these subjects. I believe that, because of the lessons learnt during my obstacles and mistakes, I was able to rise stronger than ever.
One of the most influential experiences in university came outside the classroom in my involvement in the xxxx Student Association, which I had the privilege of serving as President. In my role, I found enjoyment in the challenge of leading a team of 10 members, coordinating with clubs of different nationalities, and being the main liaison between the club and its student governing body. My 2-year participation in the club resulted in doubling the club's participation rates and improving the club's financial statement. Most importantly, it shed light on my passion for international management and strategic planning and the leadership, communication, and teamwork skills acquired during these 2 years are experience that I cherish and treasure forever.
This program with its international scope would help me along the path of becoming a global ambassador by literally opening my eyes and ears to different cultures and economies in the world. Once I have gained a fuller understanding of international business and its application in business, I hope to return to xxxx and give back to a country and region that has supported me in my academic pursuits. I hope to do so by firstly assisting and improving my family business. If given the opportunity at your university, I am ready to take the first step in fulfilling both my personal and professional goals and building the cornerstone of my young career.
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please read the first draft of my statement of purpose and comment on any suggested changes. I thank you in advance for you time.
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If I was given the task of defining globalisation in a single sentence, I would not describe it much different from how I would typically describe myself. Globalisation is the integration of knowledge among people, countries, and cultures just as I am the product of the people that I have met and the places that I have been. At the age of 10, I asked my parents to go on a 1-month exchange program in the UK. Ever since then, I have been fascinated by different cultures and the influence they can have on one another. Fast forward 11 years, 4 cities, and an 8-year experience of living overseas by myself, I have spread my wings, explored the world, and immersed into different cultures. I look in the mirror and see a man older in age and wiser in knowledge compared to the aspiring 10 year-old. However, what I still see is a man lacking in knowledge of how to best put his experience into practice and a little kid who is eager to learn just exactly how to do so.
This is why I have decided to apply for the Master's program in International Business at the University of _______. I believe a global degree is the best platform for learning from the world and sharing with the world. During my 8-year education in Australia which consisted of a high school certificate and a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, I constantly faced challenges and struggles that come with being in an international setting. It started with the barriers to communication which I imagine is normal for any 12-year old studying in a foreign country. But then, I found deeper issues at hand such as clashes in values and beliefs and the occasional non-intentional racial discrimination and mockery as well as intentional ones. I have since been intrigued by the issues of cross-cultural communication, especially from a management perspective, and the ways we can overcome such issues in the workplace. On a global scale, I am also fascinated by the rates that the world's economy is internationalising and how we can connect with suppliers and manufacturers with just the click of a button. I believe that this degree will give me a strong foundation on the processes of international business and the best practices we can implement in international business.
The most influential exposure to international management came during my 1-month training in Switzerland with xxxx, an internationally renowned company specialised in xxxx which I work as a marketing assistant in its xxx branch up to the time of writing this letter. During my training in the company's department of marketing, I had first hand insights on the advantages of working in a global and multinational firm such as the talented global network of employees who are able to collaborate with colleagues virtually throughout the company. More importantly, I also noticed some drawbacks that have occurred as a result of the enormous size of the firm such as the non-existent work culture which has been diluted by the company's global structure, the lost-in-translation communication among peers in different regions, and the lack of understanding for one's responsibilities due to the complex matrix organisational structure. I truly believe that economic globalisation is the biggest innovation and transformation that the modern business world has seen, with limitless possibilities and exceeding all boundaries of what was traditionally possible. Therefore, the biggest and most important discovery that I found during my 1-month internship at this global firm is the importance of having effective international management in order to capitalise on the advantages of economic globalisation. This experience has added fuel to the fire that is my burning desire to study this area of interest on a deeper level.
Although my academic performance may be lower than your entry requirement, I would like to stress that my performance in the latter half of my degree significantly improved, with an average of 77% in the 6 compulsory Management and Marketing third-year subjects which is equivalent to a Second Class Honours (H2A) at the University of xxxx. I am the first to admit that the start of my university life was one with difficulty, confusion, and lots of open-ended questions about my goals in life. Initially, I intended to major in Accounting and Finance which I soon realised was not a right fit for my career prospects and resulted in a series of mediocre results and brought down my final result. Although I am utterly disappointed with the results in my first year of Bachelor's degree, I see it as a blessing in disguise as I was able to find an area of study that I truly enjoy in Marketing and Management and, with commitment and persistence, I achieved outstanding results in these subjects. I believe that, because of the lessons learnt during my obstacles and mistakes, I was able to rise stronger than ever.
One of the most influential experiences in university came outside the classroom in my involvement in the xxxx Student Association, which I had the privilege of serving as President. In my role, I found enjoyment in the challenge of leading a team of 10 members, coordinating with clubs of different nationalities, and being the main liaison between the club and its student governing body. My 2-year participation in the club resulted in doubling the club's participation rates and improving the club's financial statement. Most importantly, it shed light on my passion for international management and strategic planning and the leadership, communication, and teamwork skills acquired during these 2 years are experience that I cherish and treasure forever.
This program with its international scope would help me along the path of becoming a global ambassador by literally opening my eyes and ears to different cultures and economies in the world. Once I have gained a fuller understanding of international business and its application in business, I hope to return to xxxx and give back to a country and region that has supported me in my academic pursuits. I hope to do so by firstly assisting and improving my family business. If given the opportunity at your university, I am ready to take the first step in fulfilling both my personal and professional goals and building the cornerstone of my young career.
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