Education Essential to My Success. Since Returning

¶ … education essential to my success. Since returning to school at XXX College of XXX, I have worked very hard to not only learn all I could from the courses, but to apply my knowledge to my professional life. Because my profession is in the financial industry, I believe that the degree program in Management Studies will be very helpful.

Unfortunately, I had to leave school because I was no longer able to afford tuition. I went into the workforce so that I could earn money for college and reflect on what I wanted from my university experience. I was very shy and reserved in my early college years and found it difficult to find my way in large universities. Because I came from a small private all girls' school, I was out of my comfort zone while attending a large university.

The working world taught me some lessons. I learned several lessons about supporting myself. I learned to take what I do more seriously since I am the controller of my future. I started my working full-time during the day at an executive office suite company in Boston. I also work the night shift Dunkin Donuts to make enough money to pay my rent.

After being at HQ Business Centers, an office suite company, I was ready for a new challenge and something different. I answered an advertisement in the newspaper for State Street Corp., a financial services company. I was hired and began working the night shift. My first year there was rewarding. I realized quickly that hard work pays off, and I received a bonus. After the year, I took a promotion in another area to continue to learn more about the financial services area of corporate actions. I later decided to interview for the position as a trainer for State Street. I learned to overcome my shyness by teaching a mock class in a training session in preparation for the position. I landed the trainer position.

After a year as a trainer, my company decided to restructure the department. I was laid off because I had the least seniority. I soon found out that my exemplary work at State Street meant very little without a college education. I was told repeatedly that I wasn't qualified because I didn't have my degree. Luckily, on the day I was packing my belongings, I the controller of my division hired me to work in the human resources department. So far, I've worked as Assistant Controller for seven months, handling all the finances for my division.

I would like to attend Boston University so that I could broaden my skills and learn from professors who are experienced in my field. I am particularly interested in this program since the professors have actual work experience.

Upon completing the program, I hope to further my education. I have become a life-long learner and have found immense satisfaction in learning all I can. Because I enjoy working in human resources, I plan to continue in this field. I would like to further my knowledge in other related areas such as compensation and benefits.