ESSAY #1: In an essay of 300 words or less, write about how your personal or academic interests relate to your intellectual or professional goals.
It was the initial study of Economics in my O level years that drew me towards it, the way I was able to relate to it and how it explained everyday occurrences like exchange rates, rising oil prices and unemployment. Economics was around me, integrated in every part of life and the very solution to most of life's problems.
In my A levels I chose History and Sociology on the one hand to bolster my analytical skills, while Business Studies and Economics on the other as they complemented each other and furthered my interest in this area. These subjects not only taught me skills such as comparative analysis, but also provided me with a solid foundation to build my future on as an Economist.
However, the experience and skills I have gained have not solely been derived from within the 4 walls of a classroom, but also outside it.
In the six years I have played football, I have missed about a dozen open goal chances or game-winning penalties. I have failed over and over again, yet it has taught me something of great value. Be it career or football, the fear of failure must not make us averse to new challenges. This very game instills in us qualities such as teamwork, leadership, and determination, all of which are vital components of a successful Economist. Football requires us to always be aware of our surroundings; in much the same way Economics needs us to always be aware of current market conditions.
Playing Chess regularly has made me realize the importance of being able to read your opponents mind and predict his next move. This broad thinking can be applied to Economics as well. To be a successful Economist, you must predict changes in the economy and in accordance alter your strategy to gain an advantage, a concept commonly known as the "Game Theory".
Also, while making Graphic Designs as a pastime, I acquired creativity. Something I plan to base my entire career on.
As I strive to be a successful Economist, the various skills and insight I have gained both within and outside the classroom will aid me as I attempt to delve deeper, learn more, experience, and live.
please help me with my grammar and punctuation any critique is welcome.
I don't know if football and chess qualify as "academic interests." you might want to omit them to talk more about what you hope to accomplish professionally as an economist.
"However, the experience and skills I have gained have not solely been derived from within the 4 walls of a classroom, but also from outside them ."
Yes, right on! Sean was probably looking at your thread title: (i.e. academic interests vs professional goals)
IT would be good to invest one more sentence to describe your aspirations in economics. I saw no errors with grammar or punctuation... I do recommend to people that they should write out "four" instead of the numeral 4, though... but there is not much to correct. To make it stronger, focus sharply on the RELATIONSHIP of the interests to the goals. You already do that, but there's always room for improvement...
