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Jan 4, 2023
Graduate / Personal Statement for MSc in Finance in the UK [3]
Nowadays, with the turbulence of Vietnam's stock market, the recovery of economies in finance are over the world requires financial professionals to ensure the future success of a company or organisation. The significance of finance as a way of achieving social and economic well-being is greater than ever before, and this is my main motivation to explore the field, specifically MSc in Finance, to widen my knowledge and provide me with a deeper insight into the financial operations of an economy in general and a business in particular.
My desire to pursue further study in finance stems from the Covid-19 pandemic when there was a social lockdown. I had the opportunity to observe my mother in the stock market and my sister working remotely at a multinational bank. I capitalized on the opportunity to learn about the difference between how finance in emerging markets is so different from that in developed markets. This inspired me to take on investment economics as one of my final year modules, where I was able to construct my own business with its own pitching round. With this topic being central here at the name of the school, I believe I am well-equipped to build on the scientific foundations of the financial world I have learned.
In my first year in the university, I let myself slide along the reputation of being a student at a reputable university in Vietnam which led me to a first C-point in Advanced Mathematics. Realizing the impact of 1 C on my overall GPA, for the rest of the time, I put effort into all subjects, and due to my diligence in the 2nd semester of my 1st year, I was given a scholarship for students in the top 10% grades among my classmates. When studying for my undergraduate degree in international economics, it was my 'Financial Economics' module in my third year that truly cemented my drive to study finance at the Master's level.
Working on a number of projects within the time of bachelor studying has taught me the power of teamwork, and connections. I have learned to listen patiently to others' ideas even though they may be totally opposite to mine, to reach out to people that first strangers to me, and then grew my own social circle. My experience has taught me that when the situation demands you have to step out of your shoes and do every bit you can do to make the team function properly. I have observed that a diverse team works more closely and is more successful than a team that has all identical profiles. People are more accommodating and bring fresh ideas for the same problem. For these reasons I am impressed by the diverse student profiles at the name of the school and I believe that every student is going to offer something new to me while I can offer all my team-building skills, team management skills, analytical and problem-solving skills in addition to how to work in stressful situations.
I plan to pursue my MSc in Finance immediately after my diploma as I need a sound knowledge of both subjects. I plan to work in London for a couple of years to gain experience in my chosen field as London is the financial capital of the world. Also, I plan to give back something to the United Kingdom and as such will try to be actively related to community services for the underprivileged. I am involved in the corporate social responsibility program of my current organization and know the importance as well as the joy of doing it. In the long term, I plan to come back to Vietnam and join the financial services industry as a financial analyst. The stock market in Vietnam is developing and it will need many skilled people for becoming as important as the Vietnamese securities market. I have learned the basics of financial derivatives instruments and plan to specialize in them. My determination to realize my dream in the face of all odds will help me succeed and guidance from one of the most highly rated departments in the subject in the world will allow me to master the subject.
Personal Statement
Nowadays, with the turbulence of Vietnam's stock market, the recovery of economies in finance are over the world requires financial professionals to ensure the future success of a company or organisation. The significance of finance as a way of achieving social and economic well-being is greater than ever before, and this is my main motivation to explore the field, specifically MSc in Finance, to widen my knowledge and provide me with a deeper insight into the financial operations of an economy in general and a business in particular.
My desire to pursue further study in finance stems from the Covid-19 pandemic when there was a social lockdown. I had the opportunity to observe my mother in the stock market and my sister working remotely at a multinational bank. I capitalized on the opportunity to learn about the difference between how finance in emerging markets is so different from that in developed markets. This inspired me to take on investment economics as one of my final year modules, where I was able to construct my own business with its own pitching round. With this topic being central here at the name of the school, I believe I am well-equipped to build on the scientific foundations of the financial world I have learned.
In my first year in the university, I let myself slide along the reputation of being a student at a reputable university in Vietnam which led me to a first C-point in Advanced Mathematics. Realizing the impact of 1 C on my overall GPA, for the rest of the time, I put effort into all subjects, and due to my diligence in the 2nd semester of my 1st year, I was given a scholarship for students in the top 10% grades among my classmates. When studying for my undergraduate degree in international economics, it was my 'Financial Economics' module in my third year that truly cemented my drive to study finance at the Master's level.
Working on a number of projects within the time of bachelor studying has taught me the power of teamwork, and connections. I have learned to listen patiently to others' ideas even though they may be totally opposite to mine, to reach out to people that first strangers to me, and then grew my own social circle. My experience has taught me that when the situation demands you have to step out of your shoes and do every bit you can do to make the team function properly. I have observed that a diverse team works more closely and is more successful than a team that has all identical profiles. People are more accommodating and bring fresh ideas for the same problem. For these reasons I am impressed by the diverse student profiles at the name of the school and I believe that every student is going to offer something new to me while I can offer all my team-building skills, team management skills, analytical and problem-solving skills in addition to how to work in stressful situations.
I plan to pursue my MSc in Finance immediately after my diploma as I need a sound knowledge of both subjects. I plan to work in London for a couple of years to gain experience in my chosen field as London is the financial capital of the world. Also, I plan to give back something to the United Kingdom and as such will try to be actively related to community services for the underprivileged. I am involved in the corporate social responsibility program of my current organization and know the importance as well as the joy of doing it. In the long term, I plan to come back to Vietnam and join the financial services industry as a financial analyst. The stock market in Vietnam is developing and it will need many skilled people for becoming as important as the Vietnamese securities market. I have learned the basics of financial derivatives instruments and plan to specialize in them. My determination to realize my dream in the face of all odds will help me succeed and guidance from one of the most highly rated departments in the subject in the world will allow me to master the subject.