Personal History

Since my days in elementary school, I have always dreamt of working in the public sector. My parents were senior management officers in different companies, and they inspired me to work hard in school. Indeed, the influence of my parents’ professions was always evident in my life. Whether I was helping out at their respective companies during high school or mirroring the natural leadership skills I recognized in them, their impact was impossible to avoid. Among the many good things that my parents did to me was that they helped me to understand news bulletins, especially those relating to government policies. Although none of my parents was a policy analyst, they explained to me the effects of various new policies implemented by the government. I found this to be interesting, and I eventually developed a passion for becoming a policy consultant in the government sector.
My career goal is to contribute to the economic prosperity of my country by offering critical strategic services and participating in the long-term policy-making. To achieve my career goals, I have taken appropriate steps. For example, while in high school, I joined a model United Nations (UN) club. The objective of the club was to help students gain familiarity with the operations of the UN, especially its role in fostering policy implementation in different countries. In the club, each student could conduct research on a specific country and make presentations. Through these researches, I learned a lot about international relations, how policies are formulated and why it is necessary for countries to collaborate.

This experience heightened my desire to become a policy consultant.
While in high school, I also volunteered with a leading non-profit organization in China. I gained valuable skills in donor funding, business management, and leadership. This motivated me to pursue an undergraduate degree in Business Administration. In college, I was a member of the student leadership association. This helped to sharpen my interpersonal and leadership skills, as well as communication and problem-solving skills. After college, I got a job in a government institute, which further strengthened my knowledge and experience in investment and international policy. Later, I got an opportunity to intern with the Institute of Foreign Investment. During the internship, I gained insights in the analysis of foreign investments, project management, and management of financial and human resources. I also gained skills in teamwork, business communication, and strategic business partnerships. I believe that all these skills will be critical to my career as a consultant.
I am confident that a postgraduate from Xxxx University is the best decision I have made and that it is in line with my career ambitions. The university is known for its excellent academic programs and emphasis on developing great thinkers. The diversity program at the university will be a great opportunity for me to interact with students and faculties from different backgrounds and share perspectives on a wide range of issues. When I finish my postgraduate studies, I intend to secure a job with the government as a consultant. However, I will continue learning and will take additional courses to enhance my skills and competencies. Above all, I will be a faithful public servant with a vision to make a positive impact in my country. I hope my application to join Xxx University will be successful.