STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
I would like to introduce myself as JOHN. I have completed my bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication from SIR M.VISVESVARAYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY an esteemed institution under BANGALORE UNIVERSITY.I always had the ambition of pursuing the MS program right from my childhood days.
I firmly believe that inquisitive and explorative attitude leads to constant learning process. As an Electronics Engineer, I look for graduate study to refine my knowledge and skills in my areas of interest. I believe it will also serve to give direction to my goal of a career as research oriented organization.
During my undergraduate study subjects like Communication systems, Signal processing, VLSI, Control systems, Microprocessors have been my favorite subjects. In particular I like Signal processing & VLSI, and would like to specialize in that. The electronic chip has always fascinated me. As years roll by the size of the chip is decreasing and the cost is decreasing effectively. Though the size is decreasing, the sophistication of the function performed by the chip is increasing all the time. This advancement in the technology of the chip industry has inspired me to work in that industry, but as for my MS degree, I would remain open to other topics as well.
My project work during my final year of undergraduate course was on Flash Microcontrollers (ATMEL AT89C55).The title of the project was “SERIAL COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CONTROL CARDS IN (10+1) MUX”.10 is the number of Voice/data channels.1 is order wire which is not included in the voice/data channels and must be written separately. This may appear a deviation from the area in which I wish to specialize, I am aware of the role that Microcontroller plays in field of Electronics. Hence, with an aspiration to specialize in area of VLSI or Signal processing, I present my application in front of you hoping for positive consideration.
I am aware universities in USA offer great scope and encouragement for Intellectual & academic development. The process of technical advancement is very fast in USA. Hence, USA has emerged as world leader in Science & Technology. In order to keep myself updated with latest technical advances I am keen to obtain MS degree in USA.
After consulting my Professors, Friends, seniors studying in USA your university has been recommended very highly for its excellent faculty & learning experience. I always believe that essence of university education lies in synergetic relationship between student and his department. I feel that graduate study at your university will be the most logical extensions of my objectives. I am confident that wholesome education that I receive at your university will stand me in good stead through out my career.
I sincerely request you to consider my application for admission into your reputed university. I would be grateful to you if I am accorded the opportunity to pursue my higher studies and given the opportunity, I am sure that I will be able to able to achieve my goals keeping in touch with the expectations of the university.
Looking forward to be a part of your graduate program.
DATE: (JOHN)
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Sample SOP - 6 for MS & PhD
Statement of Purpose
Academic & Career Objectives
My long term career goals include the pursuit of research in
The field of Theoretical Computer Science and teaching in an academic environment. I have found that a career in research is both intellectually stimulating and satisfying and hence I have decided to take this up as my career objective.
Degree Objectives
I want to work towards a Ph.D. in Computer Science in the field of Theoretical Computer Science. My interests include both the design and analysis of Algorithms as well as Computational Complexity Theory.
Reason for Graduate Work
I have always been fascinated by mathematics. As a part of my undergraduate curriculum, I have been exposed to a range of advanced mathematical techniques and I have been especially drawn towards both the analysis of Algorithms and Complexity Theory. These fields have both a strong mathematical flavor as well as the potential for research which is what attracts me towards them.
The fact that these subjects form a unifying feature of all fields in Computer Science and their quest towards achieving the limits of what can and can't be done, form part of the reasons for my fascination in them.
An undergraduate degree is merely an exposure to the various fields in any branch of higher education. I feel that my undergraduate curriculum has given me a sufficient enough exposure to all the various possibilities for research that are possible and I have chosen the one for which I have both an aptitude as well as a liking.
In order to pursue an active career in research, it is necessary to both study and understand the finer nuances of any subject. I believe that Graduate Studies will not only provide me with advanced knowledge about the field but also prepare me to be a good researcher. It is precisely this reason which prompts me to take up Graduate Studies as the next step towards my career objectives.
As an initial step towards achieving my goal, as part of my undergraduate studies, I have chosen my electives so as to enhance my understanding of these subjects. These include such subjects as Design & Analysis of Algorithms, Combinatorics and Abstract Algebra. I have also audited (taken as non-credit) a Graduate level course Algorithms & Complexity.
I have attended an Advanced Mathematics Training Program in
Summer'93 to enhance my mathematical abilities.
Why have I chosen Stanford?
I have chosen Stanford as the place at which I would like to pursue a doctoral degree because I find that the graduate program is fully suited to my needs and that it possesses a strong faculty in the field of Theoretical Computer Science.
I have also consulted the professors in my university who are working in the field of Algorithms and Complexity Theory and they have strongly recommended the research work in these fields at Stanford.
Hence, I have applied to Stanford so as to fulfill both my academic as well as my career objectives.
John
Academic & Career Objectives
My long term career goals include the pursuit of research in
The field of Theoretical Computer Science and teaching in an academic environment. I have found that a career in research is both intellectually stimulating and satisfying and hence I have decided to take this up as my career objective.
Degree Objectives
I want to work towards a Ph.D. in Computer Science in the field of Theoretical Computer Science. My interests include both the design and analysis of Algorithms as well as Computational Complexity Theory.
Reason for Graduate Work
I have always been fascinated by mathematics. As a part of my undergraduate curriculum, I have been exposed to a range of advanced mathematical techniques and I have been especially drawn towards both the analysis of Algorithms and Complexity Theory. These fields have both a strong mathematical flavor as well as the potential for research which is what attracts me towards them.
The fact that these subjects form a unifying feature of all fields in Computer Science and their quest towards achieving the limits of what can and can't be done, form part of the reasons for my fascination in them.
An undergraduate degree is merely an exposure to the various fields in any branch of higher education. I feel that my undergraduate curriculum has given me a sufficient enough exposure to all the various possibilities for research that are possible and I have chosen the one for which I have both an aptitude as well as a liking.
In order to pursue an active career in research, it is necessary to both study and understand the finer nuances of any subject. I believe that Graduate Studies will not only provide me with advanced knowledge about the field but also prepare me to be a good researcher. It is precisely this reason which prompts me to take up Graduate Studies as the next step towards my career objectives.
As an initial step towards achieving my goal, as part of my undergraduate studies, I have chosen my electives so as to enhance my understanding of these subjects. These include such subjects as Design & Analysis of Algorithms, Combinatorics and Abstract Algebra. I have also audited (taken as non-credit) a Graduate level course Algorithms & Complexity.
I have attended an Advanced Mathematics Training Program in
Summer'93 to enhance my mathematical abilities.
Why have I chosen Stanford?
I have chosen Stanford as the place at which I would like to pursue a doctoral degree because I find that the graduate program is fully suited to my needs and that it possesses a strong faculty in the field of Theoretical Computer Science.
I have also consulted the professors in my university who are working in the field of Algorithms and Complexity Theory and they have strongly recommended the research work in these fields at Stanford.
Hence, I have applied to Stanford so as to fulfill both my academic as well as my career objectives.
John
Sample LOR - 6
Mathews Hogan, M. Tech (Ph. D)
Associate Professor& HOD,
Department of Information Technology
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
I am glad to introduce Mr. John as one of my most brilliant students. I have known him for the past one and a half years as an outstanding student endowed with sharp intellect and industrious ability. I taught him Embedded Systems in which his performance was commendable.
There is a spark of originality in his approach to solving various problems, which necessarily require an insight into the fundamental ideas and concepts. His academic performance is excellent. He has a keen insight into the intricacies of the subject. He has a creative mind with good thinking capabilities and can perform very well in independent study as well as in research groups. Above all, he has a lot of natural ability, coruscating memory and excellent logical and analytical abilities. It gives me immense pleasure to write that he stands among the top 10% in a class of 67.
Though he is modest in appearance, he never feels shy when any curricular or extra curricular activities are assigned to him. He is honest in work and very rational in his approach. I am immensely impressed with his conduct. With his good helping nature and positive attitude I have found him to be one among the best students who have participated in social activities conducted by the institute. I strongly recommend him to the graduate program at your esteemed university with full financial assistance.
I wish him all success in his academic endeavors,
(MATHEWS HOGAN)
Associate Professor& HOD,
Department of Information Technology
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
I am glad to introduce Mr. John as one of my most brilliant students. I have known him for the past one and a half years as an outstanding student endowed with sharp intellect and industrious ability. I taught him Embedded Systems in which his performance was commendable.
There is a spark of originality in his approach to solving various problems, which necessarily require an insight into the fundamental ideas and concepts. His academic performance is excellent. He has a keen insight into the intricacies of the subject. He has a creative mind with good thinking capabilities and can perform very well in independent study as well as in research groups. Above all, he has a lot of natural ability, coruscating memory and excellent logical and analytical abilities. It gives me immense pleasure to write that he stands among the top 10% in a class of 67.
Though he is modest in appearance, he never feels shy when any curricular or extra curricular activities are assigned to him. He is honest in work and very rational in his approach. I am immensely impressed with his conduct. With his good helping nature and positive attitude I have found him to be one among the best students who have participated in social activities conducted by the institute. I strongly recommend him to the graduate program at your esteemed university with full financial assistance.
I wish him all success in his academic endeavors,
(MATHEWS HOGAN)
Sample LOR - 5
Mathews Hogan, M. Sc (Tech)
Professor
Department of Information
Technology, GRIET
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
I am extremely glad to issue this Letter of Recommendation to Mr. JOHN, whom I have known for the past three years. I had taught him C and Data Structures and Database Management Systems through which I found him as a person of great caliber who had maintained high academic standards from first semester onwards.
I am impressed by his creative skills and ability to solve any conundrum. He is an attentive, curious and inquisitive person in learning new technologies and hence I strongly believe that he has an enormous potential for a rigorous advanced study and research.
He has commanding knowledge over the subjects that he had taken in his course. He has an outstanding academic performance with an overall percentage of 60 (till III year II semester) and First class. It gives me immense pleasure to write that he stands among the top 10% in a class of 67.
He has good command over both written and oral English and has the potential to become a good teacher. His greatest asset is his practical approach and handling difficult situations with ease.
With his outstanding intelligence, originality and devotion to duty, I place him among the top bracket of students I have taught. I strongly believe that he has high potential for success in higher studies and strongly recommend his candidature for admissions to M.S. program in your University with full assistant ship.
MATHEWS HOGAN
Professor
Department of Information
Technology, GRIET
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
I am extremely glad to issue this Letter of Recommendation to Mr. JOHN, whom I have known for the past three years. I had taught him C and Data Structures and Database Management Systems through which I found him as a person of great caliber who had maintained high academic standards from first semester onwards.
I am impressed by his creative skills and ability to solve any conundrum. He is an attentive, curious and inquisitive person in learning new technologies and hence I strongly believe that he has an enormous potential for a rigorous advanced study and research.
He has commanding knowledge over the subjects that he had taken in his course. He has an outstanding academic performance with an overall percentage of 60 (till III year II semester) and First class. It gives me immense pleasure to write that he stands among the top 10% in a class of 67.
He has good command over both written and oral English and has the potential to become a good teacher. His greatest asset is his practical approach and handling difficult situations with ease.
With his outstanding intelligence, originality and devotion to duty, I place him among the top bracket of students I have taught. I strongly believe that he has high potential for success in higher studies and strongly recommend his candidature for admissions to M.S. program in your University with full assistant ship.
MATHEWS HOGAN
Sample LOR - 4
Mark Anthony, M. Tech
Assistant Professor
Department of Information
Technology
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
I am glad to introduce Mr. John as one of my most brilliant students. I have known him for past three years as an outstanding student endowed with sharp intellect and industrious ability. He has taken two courses namely Computer Networks and Networking Protocols under me. I found him to be a very sincere and hardworking student..
He is focused on his academic growth. He showed a high degree of commitment to the assigned projects during the time he worked under me .This involved a continuous interaction with me . It gives me immense pleasure to write that he stands among the top 10% in a class of 67.
Mr. John has a good command over both written and spoken English. He has excellent interpersonal skills and can get along well and work with his fellow students. I was impressed by his thoughtful and positive outlook on life.
Based on my experience with him as an academic counselor, he would be a learning and industrious student at the graduate level in your institution. I whole-heartedly recommend him for both graduate study and for the award of an assistant ship.
(MARK ANTHONY)
Assistant Professor
Department of Information
Technology
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
I am glad to introduce Mr. John as one of my most brilliant students. I have known him for past three years as an outstanding student endowed with sharp intellect and industrious ability. He has taken two courses namely Computer Networks and Networking Protocols under me. I found him to be a very sincere and hardworking student..
He is focused on his academic growth. He showed a high degree of commitment to the assigned projects during the time he worked under me .This involved a continuous interaction with me . It gives me immense pleasure to write that he stands among the top 10% in a class of 67.
Mr. John has a good command over both written and spoken English. He has excellent interpersonal skills and can get along well and work with his fellow students. I was impressed by his thoughtful and positive outlook on life.
Based on my experience with him as an academic counselor, he would be a learning and industrious student at the graduate level in your institution. I whole-heartedly recommend him for both graduate study and for the award of an assistant ship.
(MARK ANTHONY)
Sample SOP - 5 for MS
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
I introduce myself as a person believing that “Success consists of being, becoming and achieving the best you can in every moment of your life, making a difference wherever you are in your own small way.”
Education:
Bachelor of Technology--Information Technology (2003-2007)
Aggregate till 2006: 59.47% (2003-2006)
Courses:
Information Technology & Numerical Methods, C & Data Structures, Discrete Structures and raph Theory, Switching Theory and Logic Design, Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming through JAVA, Operating Systems, Computer Organization, Database Management Systems, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Analysis and Design through UML, Computer graphics, Advanced Computer Architecture, Computer Networks, Advanced UNIX programming, Multimedia and Web Design, Language Processors, Embedded Systems, Real Time Systems, Network Protocols, Artificial Intelligence, Data Mining and Data Warehousing, VLSI Systems Design, Data Communication, Communication Theory, Electrical Technology, Linear and Digital IC Applications, Network Theory, Electronic Devices and Circuits.
Intermediate --Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (2001-2003)
Aggregate: 91.9%
Secondary School (2000-2001)
Aggregate: 80%
Goal setting is the technique that can yield strong returns and enhance performance in all areas of life. As a first step in my journey towards my goal I opted for Information Technology in my Engineering College (okaraju Ranaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology) affiliated to JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, approved by A.I.C.T.E and an ISO 9001:2000 certified institute, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (INDIA). My interest in computers blossomed during my school years.
It was the time when computers had begun to make an impact on the lives of the people of India. Hence Engineering with Information Technology as my major was the choice for my studies. “Success is the foresight and resolution: Foresight depends upon deep linking and planning in order.” Thus, I took EAMCET, a fiercely competitive exam for admission to an undergraduate course in engineering. I was placed among the top 10% of the candidates who took the entrance examination. This enabled me to enroll myself in the undergraduate course in a prestigious institution.
My Future goals:
It is the goals that keep me connected to my reason of living. India is a developing country with an enormous potential in the Information Technology sector. To serve the needs of this developing country and more importantly its vast population, programming is one to be of utmost importance. Thus conditions here are very conducive to supplement my aspirations when I return after completing my graduate studies.
Reasons for applying to your university:
It is a strong belief in my family that the American education system is one of the best in the world. Higher education would not only stand out as a manifestation of my burning desire of academic achievement with professional competence but also provide me with unique chance to test my ability to cope with the transition to a new setting, acquire new skills and improve my communicative competence, which, I feel are very essential to make my experience in the university a rich and successful one. On careful study of your prospectus and the website, I have found that interaction with experts is very open and fruitful in your university. I feel graduate study at your college would not only help in increasing amount of my knowledge, but will be a logical extension of my endeavors and a major stride in achieving my ultimate objective.
In Conclusion:
I am aware of the challenging path ahead in my post graduate career, but I am sure that I possess the requisite motivation, intellectual ability, perseverance and drive to do justice to a demanding graduate program at your university. Given the opportunity, I shall strive to achieve the deepest dreams of my childhood. An assistant ship besides reducing the burden on my parents would provide me invaluable research experience.
(JOHN)
I introduce myself as a person believing that “Success consists of being, becoming and achieving the best you can in every moment of your life, making a difference wherever you are in your own small way.”
Education:
Bachelor of Technology--Information Technology (2003-2007)
Aggregate till 2006: 59.47% (2003-2006)
Courses:
Information Technology & Numerical Methods, C & Data Structures, Discrete Structures and raph Theory, Switching Theory and Logic Design, Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming through JAVA, Operating Systems, Computer Organization, Database Management Systems, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Analysis and Design through UML, Computer graphics, Advanced Computer Architecture, Computer Networks, Advanced UNIX programming, Multimedia and Web Design, Language Processors, Embedded Systems, Real Time Systems, Network Protocols, Artificial Intelligence, Data Mining and Data Warehousing, VLSI Systems Design, Data Communication, Communication Theory, Electrical Technology, Linear and Digital IC Applications, Network Theory, Electronic Devices and Circuits.
Intermediate --Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (2001-2003)
Aggregate: 91.9%
Secondary School (2000-2001)
Aggregate: 80%
Goal setting is the technique that can yield strong returns and enhance performance in all areas of life. As a first step in my journey towards my goal I opted for Information Technology in my Engineering College (okaraju Ranaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology) affiliated to JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, approved by A.I.C.T.E and an ISO 9001:2000 certified institute, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (INDIA). My interest in computers blossomed during my school years.
It was the time when computers had begun to make an impact on the lives of the people of India. Hence Engineering with Information Technology as my major was the choice for my studies. “Success is the foresight and resolution: Foresight depends upon deep linking and planning in order.” Thus, I took EAMCET, a fiercely competitive exam for admission to an undergraduate course in engineering. I was placed among the top 10% of the candidates who took the entrance examination. This enabled me to enroll myself in the undergraduate course in a prestigious institution.
My Future goals:
It is the goals that keep me connected to my reason of living. India is a developing country with an enormous potential in the Information Technology sector. To serve the needs of this developing country and more importantly its vast population, programming is one to be of utmost importance. Thus conditions here are very conducive to supplement my aspirations when I return after completing my graduate studies.
Reasons for applying to your university:
It is a strong belief in my family that the American education system is one of the best in the world. Higher education would not only stand out as a manifestation of my burning desire of academic achievement with professional competence but also provide me with unique chance to test my ability to cope with the transition to a new setting, acquire new skills and improve my communicative competence, which, I feel are very essential to make my experience in the university a rich and successful one. On careful study of your prospectus and the website, I have found that interaction with experts is very open and fruitful in your university. I feel graduate study at your college would not only help in increasing amount of my knowledge, but will be a logical extension of my endeavors and a major stride in achieving my ultimate objective.
In Conclusion:
I am aware of the challenging path ahead in my post graduate career, but I am sure that I possess the requisite motivation, intellectual ability, perseverance and drive to do justice to a demanding graduate program at your university. Given the opportunity, I shall strive to achieve the deepest dreams of my childhood. An assistant ship besides reducing the burden on my parents would provide me invaluable research experience.
(JOHN)
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Sample SOP - 4 for PhD in Organizational Leadership
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
About self:
My name is John and I have completed my Masters in Business Administration from the BGSU, Ohio with Organizational Leadership as my major. I have my Bachelors in Information Technology from JNTU, Lucknow, India. With good encouragement from my parents and an enormous interest in research, I wish to pursue my Doctoral Program (PhD) in Organizational Leadership at your esteemed university.
Why Organizational Leadership?
My expertise and work association as a Manager in several work areas has developed a drive in me to pursue my career in research in the field of Organizational Leadership. I believe that by my research in this field, I will be able to learn in depth the concepts of Leadership techniques, Organizational Behavior and Organizational Development and would like to explore new methods in improving the present policies and procedures being used in organizations. This will be a good experience and will help in my career.
My Goal:
My goal is intellectual enrichment and put to good use my knowledge to help those in need. The experiences in my life have made me to appreciate the value of this goal, and I am bound to get the impetus to strive ceaselessly to attain my cherished goals in the new millennium. I am convinced that my study at your esteemed institute which has a long term record of academic excellence, backed by expert faculty and very good research facilities would be a meaningful and rewarding experience. I earnestly look forward to being a part of your academic community.
My Work Experience is described in the following areas:
1. Worked as an Assessment Coordinator, The University of Findlay, Jun 08-Jan 09, with Dr. Paul Sears, Dean for College of Business
The projects handled are as follows:
Project 1: Collected data for backup and reporting purposes, including summary information on course and instructor evaluation.
Project 2: Maintained major academic records, including performance portfolios of the students.
Project 3: Generated assessment reports for the College of Business that included progress achieved by the college related to new strategies which are being implemented. All the reports have been developed in the form of Plan-Do-Check-Act.
2. Worked as a Technical Manager, Real Customer Ratings, Aug 08-Jan 09
• Served as a technical manager for Real Customer Rating which is a newly started joint venture by The University of Findlay and CRI.
• Worked with 5 employees responsible for the company.
• Developed logos for use with RCR website.
• Created technical and user documentation.
3. Program Manager, Mebrosoft Solutions, Jan 07-Jul 07
• Managed a team of four technical members.
• Maintained the database using Oracle.
• Designed and maintained the website for the company.
4. Assistant Manager, Magna Inc., May 06- Mar 07
• Managed 10 employees with an inventory with 30K.
• Hired and trained employees.
• Assisted in the sales of products as well as inventory storage.
• Managed cash and daily accounts for the supply of goods.
5. Undergraduate Research Assistant, Jan 05 – Oct 05
Worked with Professor G. V. Prabhakara Rao on Network Detection and Load Balancing Techniques. Conducted several tests on different networks.
6. Computer Technical Support, Mar 05 – Aug 05
7. College of Business, RGIT, Nandyal, INDIA.
• Provided computer support for 100+ users.
• Performed effective diagnosis and troubleshooting of hardware and software problems.
8. Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Dec 03 – Nov 04
Computer Engineering Lab, Department of Computer science, RGIT, Nandyal, INDIA.
• Worked as Lab Instructor for “C and C++ Language” in Computer Engineering Lab.
• Worked as Assistant Teaching Faculty for “Introduction to Computers” subject.
Extra Curricular Activities
Worked with University delegates in organizing and managing college events and helped in technical papers delivered by students from different states and countries.
Research Papers
1. High Performing Teams
The paper discusses on how to build teams, importance of teams, key dimensions of a team in the firm and how to manage high performing teams. The paper also discussed about staffing in the firm.
2. Organizational Culture
The purpose of this paper is to identify the organizational culture and the methodologies to build teams from various cultures. It also discussed the relation of organizational culture with chief information officer.
3. Financial Analysis and Reporting on DELL Inc.
This paper describes the financial structure of DELL Inc. for the past few years and estimated the future financial structure for company by collecting the data from SEC filings for past few years.
Projects developed
1. LDAP
Designed and implementation Light Weight Directory Access Protocol V3 which accesses various databases located in different places and shares the data to database administrators. This project was implemented using Java.
2. Payroll system
Analyzed, designed and implemented payroll system. This system allows employees to record time card information electronically and automatically generates pay checks based on number of hours worked and total amount of sales.
Honors Received
• Nominated for the Best International Student for the Year 2008 at The University of Findlay.
• Appointed Graduate Research Assistant for Dr. Paul Sears, Dean for College of Business, The University of Findlay. Awarded scholarship from the Dean of the College of Business.
• Elected as organizing committee leader for “TECHNOVISION” a National Level Symposium.
• Secured first prize in the regional web-design contest and technical paper presentation.
• Member of the organization committee for all the seminars conducted by Rajeev Gandhi Memorial College of Engineering & Technology, Nandyal during 2002-2006.
• Student representative during my high school and college.
• Leading captain for our college cricket team.
Career Goals:
My rationale to seek a graduate degree in U.S. was a result of my search for a broader, interactive and challenging education with flexibility to choose the versatility of your own programme. As I perceive it, U.S. is the confluence of intellectuals from the various parts of the globe. A society of competitive and enterprising individuals with cosmopolitan outlook attracts students from all over the world. You get to study with international students and learn about different cultures and societies.
Why your university?
I am confident that I possess the required preparation, motivation, intellectual ability and commitment to do justice to a graduate program. I am convinced that my study at your esteemed university be a meaningful and rewarding experience. By graduating from an esteemed program like yours, I wish to gain in-depth practical knowledge of the subjects I have long adored, which I believe would help me to contribute to the technological advancements by learning and working alongside with some of the eminent faculty in the area. I believe this experience to be the cornerstone of my technological career ahead of me. But at the same time, with my strong background and ardor in pursuit of knowledge, I am confident I will be able to contribute to research work at your university and live up to the expectations of your academic standards. I earnestly look forward to being a part of your academic community.
Thank you.
Place:
Date: (John)
About self:
My name is John and I have completed my Masters in Business Administration from the BGSU, Ohio with Organizational Leadership as my major. I have my Bachelors in Information Technology from JNTU, Lucknow, India. With good encouragement from my parents and an enormous interest in research, I wish to pursue my Doctoral Program (PhD) in Organizational Leadership at your esteemed university.
Why Organizational Leadership?
My expertise and work association as a Manager in several work areas has developed a drive in me to pursue my career in research in the field of Organizational Leadership. I believe that by my research in this field, I will be able to learn in depth the concepts of Leadership techniques, Organizational Behavior and Organizational Development and would like to explore new methods in improving the present policies and procedures being used in organizations. This will be a good experience and will help in my career.
My Goal:
My goal is intellectual enrichment and put to good use my knowledge to help those in need. The experiences in my life have made me to appreciate the value of this goal, and I am bound to get the impetus to strive ceaselessly to attain my cherished goals in the new millennium. I am convinced that my study at your esteemed institute which has a long term record of academic excellence, backed by expert faculty and very good research facilities would be a meaningful and rewarding experience. I earnestly look forward to being a part of your academic community.
My Work Experience is described in the following areas:
1. Worked as an Assessment Coordinator, The University of Findlay, Jun 08-Jan 09, with Dr. Paul Sears, Dean for College of Business
The projects handled are as follows:
Project 1: Collected data for backup and reporting purposes, including summary information on course and instructor evaluation.
Project 2: Maintained major academic records, including performance portfolios of the students.
Project 3: Generated assessment reports for the College of Business that included progress achieved by the college related to new strategies which are being implemented. All the reports have been developed in the form of Plan-Do-Check-Act.
2. Worked as a Technical Manager, Real Customer Ratings, Aug 08-Jan 09
• Served as a technical manager for Real Customer Rating which is a newly started joint venture by The University of Findlay and CRI.
• Worked with 5 employees responsible for the company.
• Developed logos for use with RCR website.
• Created technical and user documentation.
3. Program Manager, Mebrosoft Solutions, Jan 07-Jul 07
• Managed a team of four technical members.
• Maintained the database using Oracle.
• Designed and maintained the website for the company.
4. Assistant Manager, Magna Inc., May 06- Mar 07
• Managed 10 employees with an inventory with 30K.
• Hired and trained employees.
• Assisted in the sales of products as well as inventory storage.
• Managed cash and daily accounts for the supply of goods.
5. Undergraduate Research Assistant, Jan 05 – Oct 05
Worked with Professor G. V. Prabhakara Rao on Network Detection and Load Balancing Techniques. Conducted several tests on different networks.
6. Computer Technical Support, Mar 05 – Aug 05
7. College of Business, RGIT, Nandyal, INDIA.
• Provided computer support for 100+ users.
• Performed effective diagnosis and troubleshooting of hardware and software problems.
8. Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Dec 03 – Nov 04
Computer Engineering Lab, Department of Computer science, RGIT, Nandyal, INDIA.
• Worked as Lab Instructor for “C and C++ Language” in Computer Engineering Lab.
• Worked as Assistant Teaching Faculty for “Introduction to Computers” subject.
Extra Curricular Activities
Worked with University delegates in organizing and managing college events and helped in technical papers delivered by students from different states and countries.
Research Papers
1. High Performing Teams
The paper discusses on how to build teams, importance of teams, key dimensions of a team in the firm and how to manage high performing teams. The paper also discussed about staffing in the firm.
2. Organizational Culture
The purpose of this paper is to identify the organizational culture and the methodologies to build teams from various cultures. It also discussed the relation of organizational culture with chief information officer.
3. Financial Analysis and Reporting on DELL Inc.
This paper describes the financial structure of DELL Inc. for the past few years and estimated the future financial structure for company by collecting the data from SEC filings for past few years.
Projects developed
1. LDAP
Designed and implementation Light Weight Directory Access Protocol V3 which accesses various databases located in different places and shares the data to database administrators. This project was implemented using Java.
2. Payroll system
Analyzed, designed and implemented payroll system. This system allows employees to record time card information electronically and automatically generates pay checks based on number of hours worked and total amount of sales.
Honors Received
• Nominated for the Best International Student for the Year 2008 at The University of Findlay.
• Appointed Graduate Research Assistant for Dr. Paul Sears, Dean for College of Business, The University of Findlay. Awarded scholarship from the Dean of the College of Business.
• Elected as organizing committee leader for “TECHNOVISION” a National Level Symposium.
• Secured first prize in the regional web-design contest and technical paper presentation.
• Member of the organization committee for all the seminars conducted by Rajeev Gandhi Memorial College of Engineering & Technology, Nandyal during 2002-2006.
• Student representative during my high school and college.
• Leading captain for our college cricket team.
Career Goals:
My rationale to seek a graduate degree in U.S. was a result of my search for a broader, interactive and challenging education with flexibility to choose the versatility of your own programme. As I perceive it, U.S. is the confluence of intellectuals from the various parts of the globe. A society of competitive and enterprising individuals with cosmopolitan outlook attracts students from all over the world. You get to study with international students and learn about different cultures and societies.
Why your university?
I am confident that I possess the required preparation, motivation, intellectual ability and commitment to do justice to a graduate program. I am convinced that my study at your esteemed university be a meaningful and rewarding experience. By graduating from an esteemed program like yours, I wish to gain in-depth practical knowledge of the subjects I have long adored, which I believe would help me to contribute to the technological advancements by learning and working alongside with some of the eminent faculty in the area. I believe this experience to be the cornerstone of my technological career ahead of me. But at the same time, with my strong background and ardor in pursuit of knowledge, I am confident I will be able to contribute to research work at your university and live up to the expectations of your academic standards. I earnestly look forward to being a part of your academic community.
Thank you.
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