Family Studies and Gerontology Statement of Purpose

The future is probably for people who see opportunities before they appear. It is for those travellers who break through the clouds of oblivion by the power of their determination.

My primary motivation behind this application for admission to the Masters of Family Studies and Gerontology is my desire to create an educational background that I will need to succeed in family dynamics and development alongside population aging which will be a significant advancement in my academic learning and experience.

My interdisciplinary academic background and diverse experiences in the community have cultivated my desire to pursue higher learning at the Masters level in Family Studies and Gerontology at your esteemed University. This academic journey in Entrepreneurial and Business Management has prepared and equipped me with the appropriate background and related knowledge to study in the Family Studies and Gerontology program. A Combined degree in these two fields has provided me with opportunities to enhance my knowledge and ultimately an interdisciplinary understanding surrounding the complexities of public affairs with a level of focus on individuals, communities, and organisations in a national and international arena. While pursuing my undergraduate degree, I have taken many courses to broaden my scope of the health care continuum and its outcome and effects on the population over time by enrolling in health and aging courses. I became passionate in this field of study, which is the main reason as to why I would love to expand my knowledge at your institute and have the opportunity to add to my rewarding experience.

As part of my academic studies, I also have a lot of experience working and volunteering with the older population and being a transaction officer in one of the leading commercial banks in Nigeria has taught me many leadership skills. From my academic and working experience, I have enhanced my communication skills and master time management. My colleagues and my coworkers have praised my presentation and ability for delivering my points across. I believe that having those skills is fundamental because I foresee an MSc in Gerontology and Family Studies to hopefully have a future career as a family planning and health promotion leader. I hope to become dedicated to focusing on protecting and promoting the health of our population.

I believe I have greatly improved my critical and analytical skills in research, and I can interpret qualitative and quantitative methods which I believe are beneficial skills to have to enter the master's program. In totality, my experience over the past few years has been incredibly enriching and rewarding as I give it all my best in all my endeavours. I believe that I can be successful in this program because I never shied away from challenges, and sincerity and hard work have been the virtues instilled in my character since the start. Also, taking a thesis course with a focus on theory and knowledge in family and aging during my last year of academic study will help me prepare more efficiently for graduate school because it teaches me to be more independent and teaches me to research on my own without having a traditional lecture class. The knowledge and skills that I have acquired in the past years are inadequate to meet the population's public needs. Therefore, I aspire to enrich my academic background through program content and community involvement during the practicum to fulfil my career goals.

While looking at the schools' list, I reduced the number of selected ones according to their subject areas. Mount Saint Vincent University meets all of my well-designed academic needs: adequate facilities, comprehensive courses, flexible study facilities and practical training opportunities. With the institutional approach contributing to this practice and experienced facilitators in the Department of Family Studies and Gerontology, this course will put me on the right track in my long-term successful career. The diversity at Mount Saint Vincent University is something I look forward to as I would love nothing more than to study in this multicultural place with its students' interest at heart. I am excited to attend this University because of the high standards of this institution reflected in its sound record and the student testimony of the program I am proposing.

I know where I have to direct the power of my will to ensure that my work is not within the ruins of decision-making. Only in this decision will I choose the only path leading me to complete success in your plan.

In conclusion, I know that this highly acclaimed program will attract more well-qualified applicants. However, the graduate degree at your University will be the most rational expansion in my academic pursuits and a significant footstep towards attaining my career goal at an acclaimed organisation. With my experience, education, and passion in the specified program, I would be a perfect fit for the program. I have a lot to offer and a lot to gain so I would be thankful if I am bestowed with an opportunity to pursue my study in your institute, and can validate your faith in me.