MBA International Business Finance Personal Purpose Edit
- Robert Edinger
- Jun 1, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 6

Originally from Iran, I moved to America at 16 and am now 29 years old. I feel equally American and Iranian. I am eager to be accepted into your MBA Program at XXXX University for several reasons. Primarily, I believe your program is the strongest in DC, if not the entire country, and it is conveniently located near where I live and work. After thoroughly evaluating the MBA Programs in Washington DC, I am convinced that XXXX University’s MBA offers the most to someone like me who seeks professional success on an international level. Your program is uniquely designed to address the global marketplace, encouraging both creative and global thinking. I am the best fit for your program at XXU. My goal is to become a significant figure in international business, particularly in finance, and to progressively take on leadership roles. This is another reason why I am confident that your program at XXU will be the ideal launchpad for advancing in international finance and banking.
For me, XXXX University symbolizes the pinnacle of globalization and diversity in international commerce, relations, and justice, and it is home to one of the most innovative MBA Programs worldwide. I understand the rigor of your program, but I am tenacious, driven, and determined to succeed, and I welcome the challenge. As a well-traveled Iranian who thrives in an international environment and resides in Washington, DC, your program is the best way for me to advance my career through interdisciplinary study in organization and administration, finance, banking, and related areas.
I work for a bank in Washington, DC, processing commercial loan requests, and I am deeply passionate about both my city and my work. One of my key responsibilities is conducting independent, annual risk assessment reviews for individual credits within the loan portfolio. My professional experience in risk assessment particularly prepares me to excel in your program at XXU, as this aspect is crucial for investment security and exploring new opportunities in finance.
I highly value the program's emphasis on international commerce and trade. Living nearby, I hope to attend every guest lecture in business while a student in your program, as no school boasts a more impressive roster of guest speakers than George Mason.
My ambition is to excel in critical thinking about global commerce and to learn in an interdisciplinary manner within the context of real-world experiences, challenges, and opportunities in the global marketplace. I also greatly appreciate the diversity that characterizes your curriculum and faculty, as well as the ongoing research at XXU.
I already consider myself a global citizen and wish to delve deeper into international banking. Besides my native Iran, I have spent significant time in Cyprus, the UAE, Turkey, much of Western Europe, Canada, and Mexico. These travels have enhanced my professional identity as a global thinker and operator in international business.
I find your program at XXU particularly impressive for its comprehensive inclusion of legal issues alongside discussions of business trends in a legal context. I look forward to learning from your esteemed faculty. For me, international business and politics are always interconnected, and I am eager to form friendships with classmates and colleagues from around the world, sharing stories, strategies, hopes, and dreams. I hope to learn from elected officials as well, as there is much to gain from understanding the intricate relationships between public and private sectors.
My civic sense of attachment is not only to America but especially to Washington DC. I look forward to making a social contribution to DC as my career progresses. I hope to inspire other minorities, particularly Middle Easterners, to excel and make the most of their immigrant experience.
Thank you for considering my application to your distinguished program.
MBA International Business Finance Personal Purpose Edit






This statement is a persuasive and well‑structured account of a candidate whose academic preparation, professional experience, and global perspective make a strong case for admission to an MBA program in international business and finance. The applicant, originally from Iran and now deeply rooted in Washington, D.C., presents a narrative that is both ambitious and grounded, reflecting a clear trajectory toward leadership in global finance.
The statement is distinguished by its clarity of purpose. The applicant identifies XXXX University as the optimal program, not only for its proximity but for its reputation as a leader in globalization, diversity, and interdisciplinary study. This careful alignment of program strengths with personal ambitions demonstrates seriousness of intent and a thoughtful approach to academic planning.