I developed an aptitude for problem-solving during my younger years, an attribute that became an integral part of my identity: the result of indulging in Sudoku on the daily newspaper. Naturally, I gravitated towards mathematics, developing an intellectual and academic interest in math. As an avid math enthusiast, I spend most of my free time on numberphile, a math channel, gaining insight into new and old perplexing math concepts; currently, the most intriguing are the infinite series. Exposure to different aspects of math inspired me to develop a theorem or prove a conjecture and thus I undertook further mathematics at A-levels to familiarise myself with higher level mathematics and attain preparation for the mental strain required to take …show more content…
Taking part in research at the undergraduate level will aid in the maturation of my engagement with math. Another reason for my application was the Penn Undergraduate math society; its push to create a conducive environment for learning outside the classroom and its occasional lectures by professors from different institutions were two very attractive aspects of the establishment: continuous learning and, gaining knowledge from an array of sources are important factors for anyone wishing to truly advance in their subject of interest. More importantly, UPenn is one of the few university that offers a minor in actuarial science and thus enabling me to major in math and minor in actuarial science: this is crucial as it facilitates my engagement with the subject I love while advancing in my chosen career path. The icing on the UPenn cake is the Penn Actuarial Society- the society’s bid to capacitate future actuaries by creating a platform for students to network with current actuaries and, providing resources for the examination process cemented my resolve to attend UPenn. The combination of this society’s ventures and a minor in actuarial science will
I was born into a traditional Hispanic family in Puerto Rico, a territory of the United States. This conventional family pattern follows a patriarchal hierarchy in which the father is the head of the household and responsible for all major decisions for the family.
Stricken with rickets, attention deficit disorder, a severed facial nerve, and being voted "most likely to end up in the electric chair" by his fifth grade class, this individual triumphed over many obstacles. As an aspiring writer and actor he was rejected as an extra in the film The Godfather and was persuaded to switch careers for more realistic goals. Sparks of genius were recognized in his script writing, but he was told only legitimate actors would have a chance at performing the title roles.
I would like to thank Salish Kootenai College for giving me the wonderful opportunity of applying for STEM academy. If somebody had told me that I would be applying for college classes as a sophomore, I would not have believed them. My parents have always told me that when an opportunity comes, you should take it, and I do not plan on letting this experience go to waste. Education has been a big part of my life, and this academy can only help me move forward. That being said, here are a few reasons why I should be considered a candidate for the STEM academy. Joining the STEM academy will allow me to further my knowledge and help me to get closer to my goals, my academic career would flourish, and I would be closer to my ambition for my future. I am determined to become the best and most educated version of myself that I can possibly be.
College Admissions Essay If someone asked me where I am going to be in ten years, this would be my answer. I have a great, high-paying job, and beautiful wife and family, and a nice sports car parked in front of my lovely house. When I look into the future, I see myself being successful and happy. Even though I always pictured myself this way, I never worried too much about how I would get there.
Since my first visit at the Air Force Academy as a young boy, I instantly realized this is where I want to go. Ironically, I never why I wanted to go, was it my parents will or the expectations of others and myself? As I started to mature and grow, I learned more about the academy and what it really meant to become a cadet. The opportunity to have a world class education pushed me to pursue acceptance to the Academy. Going to the Summer Seminar will give me a chance to explore many aspects of cadet life to further enrich my interest in the Academy.
For years now it’s been my dream to attend Melbourne High School. My two cousins have attended the school in the past five years and I’ve heard how enriching being part of the MHS community can be. They have both become excellent role models for me and now I wish to experience being part of the school’s tradition for myself.
Risk is an opportunity to be. Being able to accurately calculate and quantify risk and turn it into opportunities is the secret to success behind many financial and insurance institutions. Failure in doing so could bring about undesirable consequences, as exemplified in the 2008 financial crisis. In this sense, I believe that actuaries play a significant role in preventing future collapses like this and minimizing their financial impact by applying complex statistical methods and mathematical knowledge. The important nature of the work of an actuary and the huge responsibility associated with it, along with my ardour for mathematics, have stimulated my interest in being an actuary - the safeguards of the financial world.
I always have been passionate about delving into the fundamental explanations for mathematical concepts. In high school, my curiosity led me to teach myself calculus. In college, I furthered my understanding by taking a year-long advanced calculus/real analysis course. I spent hours with my classmates discussing proofs and pointing out flaws in each other’s arguments until we agreed it was rigorous.
After hours of independently researching the field of Actuarial Science, I contacted Mr. Michael Miller. Mr. Miller is the Director of Insurance Pricing at Catlin Inc., a private insurance company in Atlanta, Georgia. With a Masters of Science in Mathematics and classification as a Fellow of Casualty Actuarial Society, Mr. Miller has thrived in the field of Actuarial Science for twenty years. He has even achieved the position of President of the Casualty Actuarial Society of the Southeast.
I have been an Actuarial Science major at UMass Amherst for five semesters, and over the course of my studies I have learned more than I thought. Before coming to school, I already declared my major in Mathematics because I knew my future career interest would most likely be financial industry. Although I could apply for Isenberg for finance major, which might teach me more pragmatic knowledge and practical skills to be ready for the industry, I want to learn some intellectual knowledge on how things work, or even specifically to learn about the scientific explanation within finance. The mathematical program I have taken so far gives me a new understanding that math is a method to make difficult things easy, and to explain why a situation
I like options, I like security, and I like power. With these wants, I knew at a very early age that I would enter business and thus I attended a college that specializes in the subject. In my first position out of school, I was hired by Dunhill Equities as a cold-caller. After several weeks of being hung up on by angry prospects, I decided that this career path would not lead me to success. I then moved within the firm to a position as sales assistant. While this was by no means my dream job, I learned a tremendous amount about business, and I gained useful exposure to the world of finance. Unfortunately, the company hit a period of instability, and after ten months I transferred with my boss to Coleman & Company. Thirteen months later, that company also began to fail, and I began to search for another path to advancement. With two strikes against me, I hit a home run and was hired by Sanford Bernstein into a challenging job with limitless opportunity for growth.
...Although I have taught myself advanced calculus, intermediate statistics and basic computer science during my undergraduate years, I feel I still need a systematic learning experience. I believe MIT’s Master of Finance Program will serve as a critical connection between my background and my career goals. Particularly, the program will equip me with an integrated expertise of accounting, finance, economics, computer science, and mathematics that are highly demanded in modern finance industry. Additionally, MIT demonstrates its motto, mens et manus, in allowing students to apply what they learn in class to real world through numerous internship opportunities. Given such valuable resources offered by the Master of Finance Program, I believe my education at MIT will not be limited to a mere tool for advancement, but also a life lesson that I will benefit from forever.
I am a person who has always had a profound passion and fascination for areas requiring an analytical approach. Right from early days at school, Mathematics has intrigued me. The most challenging of all problems were my favorites and obtaining solutions to them would leave me with a sheer feeling of ecstasy. I always did and always would thrive on solving the most challenging problems. With a compelling desire to excel, hard work became my second nature. My aspiration for a technical career prompted me to take up one of the most coveted undergraduate program in Computer Engineering at SR Engineering College, the best of such institutions. My own systematic & methodical towards finding a solution to any problem best suits this field.
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After graduation from KOREA University, I decided to enter Hyndai MotorCompany(HMC), which is the largest Korean car manufacturer and global player, to pursue a career as an international businessman. In January 1991, I joined Domestic Finance Team of HMC. My specific assignment was to plan monthly and annual financial schedules for HMC's domestic funding needs. About two years later, in January of 1993, I was transferred to Retail Finance Team from Domestic Finance Team and responsible for financing by the sales and factoring of Car Receivables.