MS Project Management Personal Statement

A man focused on his studies in project management sits at a desk with an open book, surrounded by the tools of his trade—a laptop, a stack of books, and a cup of coffee. A flag and a view of oil rigs in the background emphasize his connection to the oil and gas industry.

As a young Iranian man who completed my undergraduate studies in Iran, I pursued my first Master’s Degree in England, obtaining an MSc in Advanced Chemical Process Design from the University of ____ in 2009. Since then, I have been living and working in Tehran as a Senior Process Engineer, accumulating over 5 years of full-time professional experience in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical sectors.

I believe it is the right moment to enhance my managerial skills and prepare for greater career challenges by pursuing a second Master’s Degree in Project Management at ____ University. This will enable me to take on more responsibilities and maximize my long-term contribution to Iran's economic and technological progress, reinforcing our position in the global economy and fostering peaceful interdependence with our international neighbors.

I greatly valued my MSc experience in England, which contributed to my growth culturally and linguistically, and broadened my international perspective, particularly regarding my future aspirations. I am eager to live and work internationally, not just in Iran but around the world, especially as Iran continues to overcome years of sanctions and reintegrates into the global community.

While my country has made significant technological advancements over the past fifty years, we remain a developing nation. Although we are far ahead of our neighbor Afghanistan, we still lag behind countries like the USA and Russia. I hope to see this gap narrowed within my lifetime, with Iranian society advancing in the future.

Many of our challenges in the oil and gas sector stem from mismanagement and a lack of skilled project managers who can implement effective strategies in risk management, planning, and procurement. Earning a Master’s in Project Management at ____ will equip me to become an efficient project manager with a solid academic foundation, allowing me to contribute significantly to our society's progress.

I am particularly drawn to the flexibility of your program at Georgetown, as I need to study primarily online from Tehran. I also value your hands-on approach to solving real-world global problems. I thrive on multidisciplinary development approaches, and your program at Georgetown is unmatched in its wide-ranging scope across numerous disciplines.

____ represents a gateway to leadership, innovation, and collaboration between different industries for new productivity heights. In addition to learning from your faculty and benefiting from their real-world experience, I am eager to learn from my peers worldwide, especially those from other parts of the Developing World facing challenges similar to Iran's.

In ten years, I envision myself as a highly mobile and successful project manager, inspired and empowered by the world's best faculty. I look forward to making significant contributions to keeping the Oil and Gas industry safe and as clean as possible. Having spent several years in petrochemical plants, I feel completely at home, finding my greatest joy and fulfillment in monitoring plant operations.

I have also conducted extensive research and translated articles. I am proficient in speaking, reading, and writing Turkish in addition to my native Farsi, which may continue to be beneficial for my future contributions.

My professional experiences have honed my skills in customer relations, communication, and efficiency. I take pride in my ability to build rapport with clients, ensure excellent team performance, and excel in time management. My volunteer work at a city center pharmacy has furthered my professional development, allowing me to work under pressure in a busy environment, assisting multiple customers simultaneously.

I enjoy swimming, playing tennis, football, bodybuilding, and reading extensively. I also support environmental campaigns such as Friends of the Earth.

Thank you for considering my application.

MS Project Management Oil and Gas Iranian

MS Project Management Personal Statement