Masters Information Systems Personal Statement

Masters Information Systems Personal Statement of Purpose Palestinian Applicant Sample

I am a 25-year-old man from Palestine, deeply committed to helping my people advance economically, politically, and in every possible way. This commitment has led me to focus on developing communication and information systems in Palestine.

From a young age, I have been captivated by machines, particularly electrical ones. My journey into adulthood began with my first computer at twelve. I find immense joy in learning, which is what I love most about my field—the endless learning opportunities provided by computer-driven technology. Majoring in Computer Information Systems for my undergraduate degree was, therefore, a natural choice.

Among my favorite undergraduate courses were Databases, Software Engineering, Data Mining, Object-Oriented Programming Languages, and Formal Logic for artificial intelligence systems. I actively participated in all university activities and consistently excelled in my academic assignments. I have always pursued extra projects independently. Volunteer work holds a special place in my heart. Perhaps because Palestine faces economic challenges and a hostile environment, many of us feel a heightened sense of civic duty.

Alongside my passion for computers, I have a deep love for children. This is why I volunteered at the Nablus Culture Center, teaching IT to children, covering everything from basic skills to website design. Since graduation, I have been a dedicated worker, continuously exploring and staying updated on innovative developments in information technologies.

Upon graduating in June 2007, I worked part-time as a trainer and developer for XXXX Company before accepting a teaching position at XXXX College, affiliated with my university. Since December 2009, I have been a full-time programmer at the Palestinian Ministry of Labor. I have contributed to designing and implementing our Human Resources Information Systems and our LMIS (Labor Market Information System). Currently, I am developing two information systems, one for the Business Relations Department and the other for the Labor Inspections Team in the Ministry of Labor. Before this role, I worked full-time as an IT developer and trainer in the private sector. In both roles, I have continued to enhance my skills in developing Web Applications, Windows Applications, and managing Microsoft SQL servers.

Completing your program would optimally prepare me to plan, coordinate, and direct research on the critical IT challenges facing Palestinian society, both in the public and private sectors. A primary concern for me is the need for IT research, currently limited to a few universities with minimal funding. I aim to change this after completing your program. My long-term goal is to earn a Ph.D. and teach at a local university in Palestine. Ultimately, I wish to establish a research facility or group to enable Palestinian graduate students to conduct original research locally instead of studying abroad.

We experience brain drain in Palestine and must strive to retain our brightest students, allowing them to contribute to their society. I aim to build connections with the local market in Palestine to encourage the private sector to invest in enhancing our information systems, benefiting every company and organization in Palestine. I believe the best way to serve my people is by engaging in research in Information Systems and Web data mining.

I have a keen interest in developing a career in object-oriented database technology. I am self-motivated and hardworking, with years of programming experience, and I am confident that my background will contribute significantly to the diversity of your esteemed program. There are many ways to learn, and in addition to the academic challenges of your program, I look forward to learning from peers worldwide, especially those from developing countries, so we can share insights and support each other in advancing our peoples' interests. Those of us from the Developing World aspire to the same future as others—a laptop for every child and the strength, power, and freedom to fully utilize this empowering technology.

XXXX University is my top choice for graduate study due to its excellent academic reputation and what I have learned about your program from speaking with some of your alumni.

Thank you for considering my application.

Masters Information Systems Personal Statement Palestinian