STUDY PLAN FOR MBA DANIEL LARTEY Studying for an MBA requires a certain determination and strength of character. In recent years, the business world has become rapidly integrated across once restricting borders, and anyone with high goals in the business world must have an international perspective and be aware of the realities of different international arenas. I am unique, and uniquely fortunate, to have a diverse background both academically and professionally which has exposed me to different ethnic groups, peoples, cultures, and languages. As a native of Ghana, I am familiar with the increasingly important markets of this region, and as such I am thoroughly prepared for the demands and challenges presented by undertaking study in the MBA program at your institution. From a young age, I set goals beyond those of my peers. I decided to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, but in recognition of the limitation of programs in this field in my native country, I decided to pursue my undergraduate degree in China. The Marketing course I joined was run by Methodist University in Accra, Ghana, and due to the experience of the instructors and the overall sophistication of the program, I received an incredibly valuable learning experience, beyond that which I could have received elsewhere. My undergraduate coursework at Methodist University focused on management, marketing, accounting, and various aspects of international marketing. I received broad business-based education while immersing myself in other cultures and language on a daily basis. As a result, I am confident in my ability to adapt to your environment and join your MBA program.

After graduation from Methodist University I therefore sought employment in a different field in which I could better utilize my skills. I began working in the Marketing Department of StarLife Assurance Company Limited, Ghana, where I learned how to control costs, devise marketing strategies, and develop lasting relationships with clients. I am currently working as the Assistant Sales Manager in this company, responsible for the development of Bancassurance customers, and analyses of sales goals. After more than three years in this company, I am confident working in a fast-paced international business environment. However, during these years I have encountered numerous obstacles and unforeseen challenges. Therefore, after careful consideration, I decided that further study in an MBA program would be not only useful, but perhaps essential in developing my career potential and providing me with greater opportunities for future success. My career path has led me from the rapidly developing markets of various regions in my country in and its neighboring countries and back again. Now, I feel that the next logical destination on my path is your MBA program. The curriculum of your MBA program is similar to that which I studied previously, yet it is much more challenging and will allow me to develop my abilities further. I already have a strong background in various aspects of business, from marketing and management to accounting and sales. Because of this, I feel I am uniquely qualified to attend your MBA program. After completion of my studies, I plan to return to StarLife Assurance company limited and apply what I learn in your program to the benefit of the company. Within two years after graduating, I expect to have developed a successful career that I can be proud of. I believe that my past shows a steady yet rapid progression through the business world, and I am eager to continue that progression by enrolling in your MBA program.

By fact, I am a socially active person with friendly nature, a good listener and communicator indeed, who is blessed with many friends. I keep a keen view to reality of life thus approach people with positive mind and attitude and always prove to be helpful with honest efforts and true dedication. Besides that, I always feel very joyous and fortunate to meet, greet and interact with people belonging to different backgrounds and cultures. As such meetings are always important because they prove to be beneficial in future also it makes things easy to cope whether one works or studies in his/her own country or outside the country.

I would like to gain deeper theoretical and practical knowledge during my studies, with great hidden abilities in myself, I will do my best to come up with the best of everything; to accompany the Professors and University colleagues in carrying out research and exploring for immense exciting psychological mysteries in the field of education after completion of my studies, I hope to be able to take part and contribute my quota to National Development in my Country. I believe this MBA program will equip me with the requisite psychological knowledge to help better my countries business system. I hope that I can gain more experience and knowledge in dealing with students, systems and situations which will be a great help in my future career. Thank you for your time and consideration. Daniel Lartey