STATEMENT OF PURPOSE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL
ENGINEERING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT MASTERS
I am Sinto Johnson from Kerala, India .I am 21 year’s old. I am a final year student for
bachelors in mechanical engineering from APJ Abdul Kalam technological university. During
my undergraduate studies I developed a strong interest and liking for environment
technology and management aspects of engineering when I came across subject like
pollution control, non-conventional energy sources, industrial waste management industrial
engineering and marketing management On doing more research, I realized that
environmental engineering and management together makes a good combination and has
good potential for people who want to be involved in the industry at both the technical and
the managerial level. I believe that MSC in Environmental Engineering and Project
Management would help me Enhance my quantitative, and technical expertise likewise
develop valuable business skills such as management decision making.
I remember my tenth grade science classes being an absolute joy for me, mostly due to my
curiosity and appreciation for scientific knowledge. From middle schools automobiles never
failed to excite me. My curiosity and appreciation turned into a passion for science which
allowed me to secure above good scores in mathematics, physics and chemistry which put
me in a favourable position to apply for my engineering studies and pursue my undergrad at
APJ Abdul Kalam technological university in the Mechanical engineering department.
My undergraduate major has given me a wide exposure to numerous subjects like
Environmental science, pollution and control, Environmental engineering, Industrial waste
management, principles of management, etc. My under graduation has been a rewarding
experience as I have got numerous chances to visit industries to take a close look at the
application of engineering theories..
I have always believed that undergraduate study exposes the different dimensions of the
profession but in order to acquire an in-depth knowledge in a chosen field, graduate study is
a necessity. During the four year bachelor program I had a brief opportunity to work in
groups for different projects and during these projects I realised that I was really good at
managing a group and this was when I became fascinated and motivated to pursue a career
in Engineering Management and after talking to various people who have worked in
management, I understood that a management degree was essential to achieving my goal. I
wasn’t sure if I had managed the teams well, but I knew I really enjoyed working in such a
setting. Working with different people and getting the job done gave me a feeling of self-
satisfaction and I really enjoyed it. My professors who saw my inclination to work in such an
environment suggested that I do a master’s program in engineering management after
completion of my bachelor program. I was able to understand that the course would provide
me an opportunity in areas such Water Resource Management, Wastewater Management,
Project and Asset Management.
By being part of my dad’s business I understood that I had too much to learn to become the
management professional I aspire to become. I was able to understand the challenges of a
manager’s role; the responsibilities and accountabilities and how a manager must behave in
such a taxing and dynamic business set up. I have observed managers making important
decision, solving conflicts, carrying out negotiations and managing people. I also found that
they were very people-centric and possessed excellent communication and interpersonal
skills that made them excellent communicators and easy to communicate to. I also
understood that my academic experience wasn’t enough and I simply lacked focused
academic exposure in management studies. Having realized that I needed to train myself
better, I chose to pursue post graduate studies in management.
The reason why I chose university of Leeds for my graduate studies is firstly, because of the
Industrial links. From my research I was able to understand that the university was a hub of
industrial England and has a multitude of opportunities for working on industrial projects.
Secondly, the quality of education provided particularly engineering and science and the fact
that it had a very vibrant, welcoming and cosmopolitan campus with many cultural and
social events that suited my interests fascinated me. Furthermore, the university also rates
globally in terms of the global impact of its research and finally, it was the great culture and
environment of Leeds, I found that the city was extremely welcoming to students. The British
universities are known for its international recognition and its long standing tradition of
providing quality education. Work permit after studies, Scholarship and financial support,
health benefits, cross-cultural experience and an opportunity to work while you study in
order to develop valuable skills are a few reasons why I chose to study in UK.
During the Master’s program at your university I would be able to network with a variety of
people through the various clubs and organizations in the campus. Interactions with like-
minded students and industry representatives would allow me to sharpen my business
acumen and help me plan my roadmap post achieving my short-term goal. An
Environmental Engineering and Project Management Masters would sharpen my existing
skills and later with this I would like to work as a consultant for few years. In a time span of
10 years post-graduation, I would like to see myself with an established business in terms of
technology and innovation. I hope to come out with a vision, which will have its own
definition of development.
I look upon myself as a candidate who has profound knowledge in mechanical engineering
Along with it I possess soft skills like perseverance, problem solving skills, self-confidence and
leadership and I believe this makes me a well-rounded personality and thus I am sure I would
be able to benefit my fellow classmates to grow and excel. I am confident that I have the
preparation and potential to prove an asset to your graduate program, as a graduate
student. I look forward to an intellectually inspiring and fruitful association with your
University.
