Personal Statement for BA Accounting and Finance

PERSONAL STATEMENT

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PERSONAL STATEMENT
Why are you applying for your chosen course(s)?
I am applying for the BA accounting and finance as it is my core interest area in which I have
created base by studying in the stream.
Why does this subject interest you? Include evidence that you understand what’s required
to study the course, e.g. if applying
for psychology courses, show that you know how scientific the subject is.
The subject is my interest area as I belong to family who has been doing business from
years. I have seen my elders doing accounting and making financial plans for growth and
expansion. It influenced me to become financial analyst as both accounting and finance play
great role in business. It will help me in getting conceptual knowledge of the stream.
Why do you think you’re suitable for the course(s)? Do you have any particular skills and
experience that will help you to succeed
on the course(s)?
I have also engaged in business and handled various accounting practices and making of
financial plans. It has developed my practical knowledge about the course which will help in
better understanding things.
Do your current or previous studies relate to the course(s) that you have chosen? If so,
how?
Yes, my previous studies were in the field of accounting and finance. It has always been
my core interest area and I have completed my higher secondary education in accounting and
finance stream.
Have you taken part in any other activities that demonstrate your interest in the course(s)?
I have always participated in accounting quiz and other competitive exams. I also teach
students in my free time of accounts and finance of lower level.
Skills and achievements
Universities like to know the skills you have that will help you on the course, or generally
with life at university,
such as any accredited or non-accredited achievements. Write these down here. Examples
can be found at
www.ucas.com/personalstatementskills.
1. Time management
2. Team work
3. IT skills
4. Patience
5. Taking challenges positively
Also think about any other achievements you’re proud of, positions of responsibility that
you hold or have held both in and out