[greycell_engineer]

well found this thread quite late..but nvr mind..well deviating a bit frm this so called SOPi hv a question in mind?? simba tell me 1 thing apart frm this SOP u r askd several more questions in d various b-school forms..like ur strengths n weakness...n othrs...so if i post my answers 4 these questions..will u edit that 4 me..??dnt say no.......really gotta weak heart..

[Simba]

Originally Posted by greycell_engineer @ Wed Oct 20, 2004 10:59 pm

simba tell me 1 thing apart frm this SOP u r askd several more questions in d various b-school forms..like ur strengths n weakness...n othrs...so if i post my answers 4 these questions..will u edit that 4 me..??dnt say no.......really gotta weak heart..

Hmm.. ya sure no probs... but GE, why would u want help with that!! How can I possibly help u with a set of adjectives : SOP is a lil difficult for everyone be'cos they need to frame succint sentences to convey the meaning... but the questions u are talking about hardly require any skill... or am i totally wrong And the bold font above - u can write it as ur weakness

Cheers,
Simbaaaa

[amithmp]

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[MurTuzA]

Hey Everyone,
Nice thread we have here.....
I have a general query.
Now SOP is where one states his goals and is supposed to mention his achievements in life.One which help the college in deciding that he is the one forthe course.For a fresher its pretty easy cos all he will have to focus upon is his acads and stuff he did in college.
But for a working person,its tough to decide wot to focus on.Does he focus on his acads in the SOP or does he state his personal experiences and small milestones at work?

So my basic question is......Given one has good acads and also good and relevant work experience,wot shud he focus on in the SOP to catch the attention of the ppl?


-Murtuza

[Simba]

Hi MT

Good you asked this query. I wanted to clarify this to one and all. SOP is Statement of Purpose. Yes, u need to mention a lil bit of your achievements but more that, U need to STATE ur PURPOSE. Why u need to do whatever u are writing in for... Why do u think this school matters to u.. why this college..etc etc...

See a sample SOP should basically say.. .. I am this... have done that that... intend to do that & that only with 'U' becos.. u are mahan.. etc etc... (Ya, Bhars was too lazy to write it again :wink: )

Originally Posted by murtuzaamin_13 @ Thu Oct 21, 2004 11:38 am

Now SOP is where one states his goals and is supposed to mention his achievements in life.One which help the college in deciding that he is the one forthe course.For a fresher its pretty easy cos all he will have to focus upon is his acads and stuff he did in college.

More than stating a goal, U need to be sure why that particular school. Actually, for a fresher its difficult than for a person with a lil exp.. u see the latter basically has some examples etc etc to fortify whatever he wants to do later... where as a fresher needs to just take the backing of his college life. Though a person with extra curicular activities will stand out!!

But for a working person,its tough to decide wot to focus on.Does he focus on his acads in the SOP or does he state his personal experiences and small milestones at work?

Both... mention a lil of both... get the balance & show it off!! More than anything a SOP should sound true.... No need of hi-fi adjectives.. they get dime a dozen of that!! :P

So my basic question is......Given one has good acads and also good and relevant work experience,wot shud he focus on in the SOP to catch the attention of the ppl?

As the Wharton school say - "Just give us a reason to take u" ...

Simbaaaa

[MurTuzA]

Originally Posted by Simba @ Thu Oct 21, 2004 10:34 am

Hi MT *

Good you asked this query. I wanted to clarify this to one and all. SOP is Statement of Purpose. Yes, u need to mention a lil bit of your achievements but more that, U need to STATE ur PURPOSE. Why u need to do whatever u are writing in for... Why do u think this school matters to u.. why this college..etc etc... *

See a sample SOP should basically say.. .. I am this... have done that that... intend to do that & that only with 'U' becos.. u are mahan.. etc etc... (Ya, Bhars was too lazy to write it again *:wink: )

More than stating a goal, U need to be sure why that particular school. *Actually, for a fresher its difficult than for a person with a lil exp.. u see the latter basically has some examples etc etc to fortify whatever he wants to do later... where as a fresher needs to just take the backing of his college life. Though a person with extra curicular activities will stand out!! *

Both... mention a lil of both... get the balance & show it off!! * More than anything a SOP should sound true.... * No need of hi-fi adjectives.. they get dime a dozen of that!! *:P

As the Wharton school say - "Just give us a reason to take u" ... *

Simbaaaa

Wow Simba...I must say u r good
I will post here again for more details on this issue....A lil busy right now.

p.s. Hey since u liked my post how abt appreciating it with a +
need some to even off those - I got

[S P A N I A R D]

APPLICANT: M.RAGHU BABU

EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

In this essay, I set out to outline my academic and extra-curricular accomplishments. I also spell out my career objectives and the motivation to pursue the PGDM course at your esteemed institution.

I am about to complete the basic degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering at DVR College of Engineering and Technology, affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India.

Right from school level, I have been identified as a promising student with deep interest in Mathematics and General Sciences.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

In my college, I am acknowledged to play a leading role in all the activities. I was the natural choice of the management for each occasion when any event was organised. The college festival EMBLAZON, the freshers’ meet AARAMBH for incoming students every year and such other occasions can be cited as instances where I was called upon to shoulder the responsibilities as a leader in organising the events.

The cultivation of interpersonal skills during the course of pregraduate and graduate education built upon the natural traits of character has elevated me to be one distinguished from the rest. I have been acclaimed to possess adequate communication abilities, which spot me as a preferred candidate when the occasion demanded. The camaraderie, developed over the years with my peers as well as my faculty members focuses me as an outstanding member of any team. I have been applauded as a developer of teams and a mentor for juniors. I was actively involved in the NSS-Blood Donation Camps organized at our college.

I was an outstanding student throughout my school days. I was elected as the Speaker (Parliament) of the school.I was an active member in all sports activities at school and college.I also took part in the ICSE Sports meet held at Hyderabad in 1998.

It is common knowledge that a mere graduation level is not enough for a student.
A graduation at best, provides a peep into the possibilities that are open to a student when he looks into the literature for advancing in his pursuit of higher learning. This naturally would enable him to face options according to his taste in addition to several other factors such as employment opportunities, fast-growing science and technological advances, his own limitations and the environmental influence. After all, the sky is the limit for human development. It is conditioned by the career objectives set out by the student himself with due reference to the impact he gets over the years beyond his graduation.

The past and the present are both available in the future. However, the future is unpredictable and to a large extent, unsure and uncertain. An advanced education would provide insulation against these factors.

WHY THIS INSTITUTION AMONGST ALL OTHERS?

TAPMI offers an excellent PGDM program.I understand that this institution, with its eminent faculty and superb facilities, offers the perfect atmosphere and ambience for me to successfully pursue a career in this field. Its infrastructure for educational support to its students make me strongly believe that this would be the right step in realizing my goals. I am confident that your institution will provide the stimulation and support environment that I am eagerly looking for.

To sum up, let me state that an PGDM Degree from a reputed institution such as yours would equip me with specialized skills to propel my career in the desired direction.

Hey Simba could you please help me edit this out.
Thanks a lot in advance.
Raghu.

[S P A N I A R D]

Where have all the noble souls and Simba disappeared?
Please help me edit my SOP out.
Bye.

[amithmp]

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[S P A N I A R D]

Hey Amith thanx a lot for the suggestions.
I will revamp my SOP and get back here.
Bye.