经济与金融专业的personalstatement个人自述.docx

1、经济与金融专业的personalstatement个人自述Economics and Finance Personal StatementAt college the courses that I study are Maths, Economics and ICT (having discontinued Chemistry after AS). My favourite subject that I am currently studying is EconomicsEconomic issues have become increasingly prominent in politica

2、l and current affairs, and for me to understand such issues was the principal reason for me choosing to study economicsEach and every one of us is affected by changes in the economyAdvances in technology, changing inflation rates, unemployment, and balance of payments troubles are matters both of in

3、ternational magnitude and personal concernMy enthusiasm for economics has led me to want to pursue a degree that involves the themes accountancy and finance. I hope this degree will aid me in a conceivable career in AccountancyAccountants are probably best known for checking the validity of company

4、accounts - auditing - but this is just one aspect of what they do. Accountants devise and operate financial systems, and advise on business start-ups, company take-overs and company rescue schemesThey also handle individuals and corporations tax affairs and make recommendations to Government on poli

5、cy. Accountants play a key role in the formulation and implementation of business decisions both strategic and political, through the uniquely analytical approach to the assessment of the financial implications of business plansThis course I believe will improve and equip me with essential skills th

6、at I require. It will enhance the problem solving and analysis skills that I have acquired from my A level in Economics and also from my study of MathematicsThrough managing my work and from project based modules I anticipate that my planning and organisational skills will be improvedI believe this

7、course will equip me with practical and theoretical skills which will come of real use to me in as I pursue my career in accountancyI have been involved in voluntary work with my local tennis club. This involves going to the club every Friday and assisting the coach with his training of the kids. Th

8、is has considerable responsibility, as I must ensure that the children are firstly in a secure environment. I must also make sure that the kids are becoming more skilled and taking pleasure from the sessions. Children work best in situations where they feel liberated and when they are enjoying thems

9、elves, but at the same time it is important to maintain a level of discipline. This voluntary work has taught me a great deal about myself and also enhanced many skills. I found my voluntary work to be very fulfilling and it is especially rewarding when a child achieves something you taught them to

10、doMy leisure time is dominated by sports. I am very sports oriented and revel in playing in an assortment of sports, which include football, tennis, badminton, table tennis and swimmingI am a member of North Harrow Tennis Club and represent them in a league competition, which comprises of playing ma

11、tches against other tennis clubsI have been very successful in swimming having captured the distinguished Gold Award, which is a reputed award. Swimming is a challenging sport that improves your fitness and is very enjoyableI relish participating in tournaments, which give me a chance to test my spo

12、rting abilities. I have won many trophies in table tennis and tennis and I always like to uncover ways in which I can improve my abilitiesMy sport has contributed to my studying since it improves skills like teamwork and determinationThis year I have taken it upon myself to take the responsibility o

13、f being Cafod representative. Cafod is a charity that fights third world poverty. It is a deserving cause that I try to support as much as possible. My duties involve collecting monthly collections and ensure the accounts for our class are in order. This position requires someone who is responsible,

14、 punctual in collection.五颗星Economics PS (Cambridge & LSE offers)Born into the week-old ex-Soviet state of Armenia, I have grown up in a time of huge political upheaval. Surrounded by an-ever changing economic environment, I remember asking my father what exchange rates were. In return, when presente

15、d with an analogy of supply and demand that involved an array of farmyard animals, little did I appreciate that I had come across the basis for economics. I have since observed Armenias rapid development, but also evidence of poor macroeconomic management, such as the lingering presence of monopolie

16、s - crippling to the countrys global competitiveness. Over the years, my initial childhood curiosity has grown into a passion for economics.As a Physics and Maths student, I derive great satisfaction from solving problems that initially seem impossible. Representing my school at the UKMT Senior Math

17、s Challenge, as well as the national finals of the Science and Technology Challenge, I built up a keen open-mindedness for new ideas. Game theory, and its applications in economics, are of great interest to me and have helped me better appreciate the sheer scope of the discipline. I find it particul

18、arly interesting how oligopolists use game theory to anticipate competitors actions, comparing the risks and potential benefits of certain business strategies, because this inevitably involves a degree of psychology and philosophy - a testament to the diverse nature of economics, which is beautifull

19、y demonstrated by the prisoners dilemma.My mathematical grounding is complemented by my experience with languages, which continually helps me develop a more balanced and well-rounded outlook on the world around me. Fuelled by my great interest in development economics, I enjoy discussing related iss

20、ues in German, with my class. I am fascinated by the sheer number of theories behind alleviating poverty in the third world, and how some directly contradict each other. For example, I agree with William Easterlys view that initiatives like debt-relief, which I find to be analogous with bank bailout

21、s, have often been counterproductive. While they may be necessary in some cases, I believe that both practices tend to align the involved parties incentives in a way that is in fact detrimental to the economies and societies concerned. The April anti-capitalist protests are a very real testament to

22、my point and coincided with my work experience at a London fund management firm. More recently, the Conservatives plans for public sector cuts have already been met with criticism from the public; this illustrates the challenges faced by economists, as they search for socially viable solutions to in

23、herently economic problems. The opportunity for extensive study and analysis of such issues attracts me to economics at university.Involving myself fully with my school has really helped to transform my educational experience; I was recently elected Head Boy by staff and students, following a campai

24、gn that helped develop my interpersonal skills, not to mention the capacity to take on criticism, as I worked with a wide range of people. Working successfully with others continues to be a key feature of my school career. In particular, helping younger pupils in my free time and being able to contr

25、ibute to their development has been a rewarding and invaluable experience. The latter is especially true now that I work as an assistant tutor at a learning centre, where I am directly responsible for up to six children. In my role as Head Boy, I have demonstrated my ability to lead; just recently,

26、I organised and performed in a theatre sketch that was presented to a panel from Investor in Careers - an award that the school then won. Outside school, I enjoy taking part in a variety of sports, and am currently setting up inter-form tournaments to be held in the sixth form. I look forward to the

27、 rigours and challenges of an economics degree and would hope to be able to contribute fully to the university community.Economics and Finance Personal StatementIn todays world, economics associated disciplines are of fundamental significance and application, which has encouraged me to pursue a degr

28、ee in Economics. I am enormously enjoying studying Mathematics at A level and believe that my strong mathematical background will enable me to have an excellent basis in which to engage in the study of Economics. My passionate interest in economics is continually strengthened by my regular reading o

29、f The Economist and The Financial TimesWork experience that I have recently completed at South Staffordshire Council (Accounts & Finance Department) has enforced my comprehension of the functional applications of economics. Having attended an open day at PricewaterhouseCoopers I have learnt about th

30、e assortment of careers that come about from the study of Economics, and the everyday work involvedAt school I have been handed many responsibilities, including being form leader and being assigned the role of a prefect. Skills I have built from these responsibilities include the organizations of ot

31、hers, along with teamwork and the ability to represent my fellow pupils. My other areas of interest have provided me with the opportunity to attend lectures on chemistry at Villiers Park, Birmingham where I was chosen to represent my school. Currently, I am involved in completing an AVCE ICT course

32、at my school, which has enabled me to have the ability to strengthen and vastly increase my skills in Information Communication TechnologyDuring my free time I keep myself informed of recent news by reading newspapers such as The Times and The Guardian. I regularly attend the gym and also participat

33、e in sports such as tennis and swimmingAlso I enjoy singing in the school choir. At the weekends I am actively involved in the running of the family business, where I have developed my communication skills, from engaging with customers and the public, and also my business skillsI trust that throughout this brie