SOP – Junaid Shaikh

# 9511208215/ junaidshaikh0916@gmail.com

# Intended field of study: Commerce/ M.Sc in economics

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# Subject studied: Bachelor's of Business Administration/ S. S. Dempo College of Commerce and

Economics

# Subjects studied relevant to proposed course: Managerial Economics, political environment,

International relations

# Link between studied and proposed course:

An MSc in Economics can be strongly related to the Managerial Economics, Indian Political Environm
ent, and International Relations courses taken in a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) progra
mme. Through the study of political economy, development economics, and international relations,
an MSc in Economics programme will deepen students' understanding of the political environment a
nd equip them with knowledge of international trade theory, international finance, and open-
economy macroeconomics. These topics work well together to create a solid basis for a career in eco
nomics and related fields.

# Why change of field?: I'm currently studying Bachelor's of Business Administration now i want to
study economics now I'm not sure whether that is changing field or not.

# Projects:

1. Lack of sales efficiency: find the problem behind lack of sales efficiency among sales people
of the company as to why they can't achieve their sales target and provide appropriate
solutions.
Challenge: Till now no problem Was faced

Internships:
1. Al Javeed jewelers/ Accounts and sales/ 2018 till present: Its my father's business so
started working as part-time after studies, looking after like accounts, stock counting,
finances and sales.
2. Kabira mobility/ Intern/ 23.5.2022 to 2.07.2022: This a electric two-wheelers company a
startup based in Goa, India. My role was to gather and collect information of customers
so we could send them marketing promotions.
3. Hotel Supreme/ Front office as a trainee/ 3rd October 2022 to 3rd December 2022: I was
at the front office handling customers, checking in, making the attendance sheet and
other related work.
4. Acmegrade/ Intern/ 9 December 2022 to 9 February 2023: First they gave me training
like how to read the financial statements, how to evaluate a company's etc. And my
project was to evaluate the companies performance based on its past record and give
my opinion.
 5. Golife vacation pvt Ltd/intern/ 13.03.2023 till present: This company is in the business of
providing holiday packages to it's customers, so this company has witnessed that their
sales have declined due to their salesperson's are not able to achieve their sales target,
so my role is to research and provide them with the report as what is the problem and
how they can solve it.

# Extracurriculars: Me and my friends donate foods etc to orphanage as and when we

collect funds. Working with special Olympics bharat as volunteer for their events
Also volunteered other events

# Motivation and goals: Since I intend to start my own firm, I can benefit greatly from
getting an MSc in Economics. It will give me in-depth understanding of economic
theories, principles, and which will enable me to recognise market opportunities,
CUSTOMER BEHAVIOUR, and make wise business decisions. I'll discover how to create
original solutions and take calculated risks if I adopt an entrepreneurial mindset. Also,
the degree offers beneficial networking chances that can be used to discover mentors,
associates, and investors. Gaining knowledge of the industry, research abilities, and
business modelling experience, which will better position me to launch and managea
profitable company

# Short term goal: attend conferences and workshops to advance knowledge in the field,
look for research opportunities or assistantships, data analysis, and NETWORKING, and
engage in business incubator or accelerator programmes to learn about
startingbusinessAfter earning an MSc in Economics with a focus on theories economics
for founding a startup.
# Long term goal: start my own company after finding a gap in the economy and solving
it, would use all experience gained here to make people's live easier and try to get an
revolution after studying the economy and different fields closely.
# Additional info: I have extra certification: modern economics and managerial
economics.

# Conclusion: Confident about my competence in this field I intend to follow high

discipline and participate in every lecture, project, assignment, and lab to keenly grab
the learning opportunities provided. The program from your esteemed University will
raise my career aspirations and propel me to greater heights as I would like to pursue
higher studies in this field. My perseverance and bright outlook build the foundation of
my passion for securing higher education, and I sincerely believe that my qualities would
prove an asset to the institution’s glory. In conclusion, I would like to thank the
admission committee for allowing me to apply to your prestigious University, and I hope
the committee will consider my case favorably.

## Chat GPT writeup:

Dear Admission Committee,

I am writing this application to express my keen interest in pursuing higher education in

the field of Commerce/MSc in Economics at your esteemed university. My name is Junaid
Shaikh, and I have completed my Bachelor's of Business Administration from S.S.
Dempo College of Commerce and Economics.

The reason for my change in field is due to my strong desire to deepen my knowledge in
economics and build a career in this field. I am confident that the Managerial Economics,
Indian Political Environment, and International Relations courses I have taken during my
BBA programme will provide a strong foundation for my MSc in Economics studies.
Through this program, I hope to acquire in-depth knowledge of economic theories,
principles, and practical applications to recognize market opportunities, customer
behaviour, and make wise business decisions.

Apart from my academic background, I have also gained relevant experience through my
internships and projects. I have worked at Al Javeed Jewelers, Kabira Mobility, Hotel
Supreme, Acmegrade, and currently working at Golife Vacation Pvt Ltd. In these roles, I
have gained practical knowledge and experience in areas such as accounts, finances,
sales, data analysis, and customer behaviour. Additionally, I have extra certifications in
modern economics and managerial economics.

Moreover, I have been actively involved in extracurricular activities, such as volunteering

at Special Olympics Bharat events, donating to orphanages and participating in other
events. These experiences have enabled me to develop strong leadership, teamwork,
communication, and interpersonal skills, which I believe are essential for personal and
professional growth.

My short-term goals after completing my MSc in Economics include attending

conferences, workshops, and looking for research opportunities to advance my
knowledge in the field. I also plan to engage in business incubator or accelerator
programmes to learn about starting a business. My long-term goal is to start my own
company after identifying a gap in the economy and solving it, with a focus on making
people's lives easier and creating a revolution.

In conclusion, I am confident in my competence to pursue this course and am willing to

participate fully in every aspect of the program, including lectures, projects,
assignments, and labs, to maximize my learning opportunities. I am eager to be a part
of your prestigious university and hope that you will consider my application favourably.
Thank you for your consideration.

## Chat gpt SOP:

Dear Admissions Committee,

I am writing to express my keen interest in pursuing an MSc in Economics from your

esteemed university. My name is Junaid Shaikh, and I have completed my Bachelor's of
Business Administration from S. S. Dempo College of Commerce and Economics.

My passion for economics and related fields stems from the courses I studied during my
Bachelor's program. The Managerial Economics, Indian Political Environment, and
International Relations courses have given me a strong foundation in economics and its
practical applications. I believe that an MSc in Economics will deepen my understanding
of political economy, development economics, international trade theory, international
finance, and open-economy macroeconomics.
I am aware that pursuing an MSc in Economics is a change of field from my current
program. However, I am confident that my background in business administration will
complement my future studies in economics. I aspire to start my own company in the
future, and I believe that an MSc in Economics will equip me with the necessary
knowledge and skills to recognize market opportunities, understand customer behavior,
and make wise business decisions.

I have gained practical experience through internships in various fields such as accounts
and sales, data analysis, and evaluating companies' performances. My project on finding
the problem behind lack of sales efficiency and providing appropriate solutions at Golife
vacation pvt Ltd has given me exposure to real-world challenges in business. I have also
been actively involved in extracurricular activities such as volunteering for Special
Olympics Bharat and donating food to orphanages. These experiences have taught me
valuable skills such as teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving.

In addition, I have certifications in modern economics and managerial economics, which

have enhanced my knowledge of economics and its practical applications.

My short-term goal is to attend conferences, workshops, and engage in business

incubator or accelerator programs to gain more knowledge and network with industry
professionals. My long-term goal is to start my own company after finding a gap in the
economy and solving it. I am confident that the knowledge and skills I will gain from an
MSc in Economics will better position me to achieve these goals.

I am confident about my competence in this field, and I intend to participate keenly in

every lecture, project, assignment, and lab to grab the learning opportunities provided. I
believe that my qualities, including my perseverance and bright outlook, will