Statement of Purpose
Program : PhD in Information Technology & Management
“Innovation, Positive Thinking, Persistence and Integrity” are the pillars on which I have built the foundations of my life. My ultimate goal is to pursue an academic career devoted to research and help shape the outlook of the world. Pursuing a PhD in Information Technology & Management at (an Ivy League) University is a logical step in that direction.
A passion for knowledge was instilled in me by my parents, both graduates, early in my childhood. My determination and will to succeed in every endeavor ensured that I remained at the top of the class throughout high school. I was awarded the CBSE award by the Indian government for students in the top 0.1%. I then took the Joint Entrance Examination for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology, which are the premier academic institutions of my country. I was among the top 0.5% of over 200,000 candidates who took the exam.
During my undergraduate studies at XXXXXX, I was trained in basic sciences and mathematics. I studied courses in theoretical computer science, networks and computational techniques. My education in engineering has equipped me with a set of skills but has also enabled me to understand my fields of interest and my strengths and weaknesses. This made me realize that my real strengths were in abstractions of reality and my analytical skills. In particular, I am interested in the technical and manager...
The purpose of Afraji Gill’s piece is to clear up the misconceptions of what society perceives success to be. Afraji Gill himself who achieved high grades throughout his high school education felt that his educators’ and societies’ definition of success was wrong. To Afraji Gill success was not high grades, receiving awards or scholarships and being on the honour roll. To him success was defined as how well you grasped the learning material and knew how to put it to use. That a grade on a piece of paper should not define your intelligence and your success. For there are people in the world who receive outstanding grades because they happened to memorize the materials for their test, but as soon as the test is over they have not properly grasped the material and knowledge covered, to put into practical use. I think that Afraji Gill’s article’s purpose is to make people aware that you should not base a person’s success on their grades but on rather how well they know the material, and that failure should not be looked upon as being unsuccessful, but instead should be acknowledged as a stepping stone in becoming
Landis, Raymond B. Studying Engineering: A Road Map to a Rewarding Career. Los Angeles, CA: Discovery, 2013. Print.
Mark Minzie, currently pursuing an Engineering Career in the Petroleum Industry at The Pennsylvania State University, where he majors in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering. At leisure, he shares the majority of his time with his loving family, the rest he spends on completing self-empowering challenges like learning a new foreign language, or how to Master a technical software. Mark, an avid science fiction fan, also devotes some of his time researching new technologies that are relevant to the Petroleum Industry. This summer alone, he took on the challenge, of teaching himself Deutsch (German) and AutoCAD. Undoubtedly, both challenges are fantastically difficult, but are doable, he believes. His unwavering determination, strong personality, and nonetheless, his desire for success are the fuel that power Mark’s ambitious pursuits.
I wish I could articulate the finer points of industrial distribution or computer science. I can, however, articulate that my desire to design and create and learn all aspects of engineering is present. Although I have not had the opportunity
I find being able to adapt my mind to solve big-picture systems issues is more appealing than simply focusing on one specific area. I want to learn how to utilize many different engineering skillsets to help solve complex problems. I love to look at the interconnections of systems and people and the tools which optimize these processes. Industrial and Systems Engineering will fit nicely with another goal of mine which is to become a diplomat with the ability to bring about change and improvements to those who need it most. I have seen firsthand how poor infrastructure and inefficient government systems can repress a nation and allow problems to perpetuate. I hope to approach problems as a diplomat in an unconventional manner, by using engineering skills learned in college to better understand how to dissect a system and improve management systems. I will be able to identify system failures and implement effective corrective actions, perfect for solving third-world problems like a failing power grid or finding out how to implement a reliable fresh water supply. But then again, we must remember it is largely the people that make up these systems and the ability to connect and find a bond with someone that was raised in another nation with a vastly different set of cultural norms is equally as
I have just finished 19 years of education, but I feel my thirst for learning has escalated even further. After emigrating from Pakistan, in 2007 a real milestone happened in my life because I was one of 100 students (out of thousands of applicants) who were accepted into the Kabul Medical University. While enrolled in the university, my grade point average was more than 80 percent. At the university, besides enduring a heavy load of study in medicine, another challen...
People travel miles in search of their true passion; some find them early in their life and I consider myself lucky enough to be one among them. I found my true calling at the age of 12 on a field trip to a milk factory. It seemed like the Disneyland of science with huge machineries, conveyer belts running all around, and instruments working about in their own rhythm with sheer intricacies and perfection. As a kid, I was eager to understand the mechanics behind this magical rhythm. The desire of gaining in-depth knowledge about Control System and Automation eventually led me to choose Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering as my undergraduate study.
Education is very crucial part of my life. There is a rapidly growing demand for a higher education in the nation’s economy. Although a higher level of schooling is difficult to receive, the rewards
Throughout, my inclination has always been towards academics and I consistently strive to achieve the best. I attended one of the best schools in my city, National Public School, Bangalore. Be it in school or my college, I have always been very enthusiastic about learning something new.
Relentless betterment has always been the motive of my life. The foremost requirement to attain this is knowledge and profound guidance. After the completion of my course under the guidance of your privileged university I am confident enough that I will take the path of constant growth.
In conclusion, I believe that I have the required zeal to progress my knowledge further at the University of Southern California. My decision to focus on Cybersecurity over the years, has equipped me with a unique set of strengths that I can put to use in the program. Being an International student, I hope to contribute to the already existing multiethnic and multiracial society at your esteemed institution. After I earn my master's degree, I intend to start work on my Ph.D. in Computer Science. I see Ph. D as a professional stepping stone that would help me work in the area of research and development for the Government of India. It is in R & D that I believe, I can make the greatest contribution, utilizing my theoretical background and creativity as a scientist.
Obstacles had never been obstructing my effort to succeed in life. As an engineer to be, it is important to me to be prepared for the hurdles in the real world. The world nowadays needs a person who could compete and has great abilities to stand on the same level as others. Multiple skills and critical opinion of an issue are essential for an engineer to jump into this challenging career. For me, a strategic planning and full preparation need to achieve the aim of being an expert engineer.
Post my under graduation with an Engineering degree in Information Technology from Nagpur University, I realize that I needed to gain practical working experience as a Network Engineer to gain first-hand knowledge of what the life of a Network/System Engineer entails. At my job, I especially had the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge projects and discuss ideas with senior engineers and founder of the firm. I soon realized that, although I enjoy handling the complex situations and their upcoming results, I was unsatisfied with carrying out only routine procedures under the direction of others. I wanted to be part of a team that directs the course of the project. My senior colleagues have encouraged my ambition and I feel this is the right time for pursuing my higher studies.
When I was 8 year old I scored 100 out of 100 marks in Mathematics and when my class teacher announced the results whole class stood and clapped, I can never forget that overwhelming moment in my life, I was so happy and contended, and that day I understood the importance of education in life. My parents couldn’t study after high school due to financial restrictions but they always taught me importance of higher education to imagine and pursue goals. My family has been extremely supportive throughout the journey and has constantly motivated me to realize my potential to the fullest extent by providing conducive environment for studying and encouraging me in my endeavors. Throughout my high school, I enjoyed two things: Mathematics and Extra-curricular activities, these activities helped me to gain team skills, stress management skills and social relationship skills. (Around 100 words)
Electrical engineering, I believe, is the only field where one’s work becomes the most instrumental part of one’s mundane activity and life, and the output produced stays forever to credit. My perception is that, this field requires a lot of patience, perseverance and management skills in order to be successful. The connection that electrical engineering offered between me and this world is the fact that you can become a person who can impact so many lives. This made me pursue Electrical Engineering. After four years of undergraduate studies in Electrical Engineering, I feel completely satisfied with my decision to choose this branch of engineering as my career option as it has revealed the most pragmatic and down-to-earth approach to tackling