8/10/2019 Marija Jojic - Personal Statement - Strategy and
Innovation
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the University of Montenegro served as a motive to seek new
challenges. Additionally, in 2011, I received
an award from the Faculty of Philosophy as the best student at
the English Department. Without false
modesty, I dare say that, as an exceptional student with
previous international experience, I believe I am
an ideal candidate for studying at the University of
Southampton.
Spending one academic year at the University of Groningen helped
me gain more practical skills as I
volunteered for linguistic experiments, worked for a student
magazine, and attended highly interactive
courses. Studying Italian as a minor course with high commitment
provided me with an opportunity to
attend an intensive course on Italian didactics for two weeks at
the University Ca Foscari in Venice. In this
context, I was given the chance to explore my social and
adaptation skills. Bearing in mind that team work
was essential for this course, I reach the conclusion that I
enjoy being a member of a well-structured
organisation, regardless of the goal the team is striving for.
Having participated in a number of extra-
curricular activities during my studies, focusing on various
topics, I have contributed to reaching the final
goal both as a member and as a leader. Motivating team members,
as well as being assertive and
respectful of other peoples ideas and time are traits equally
important for a leader. My leadership style
encompasses building rapports; communicating clearly so as to be
an effective speaker and an active
listener; and coordinating activities in a focused and
structured way.
In conclusion, I am highly aware that studying Strategy and
Innovation is a challenging new prospects, but
I am more than willing to face it, and I believe that the period
I have spent working at the RCC TFCS
Secretariat has prepared me for this endeavour. The combination
of academic and soft skills I acquired
during my studies and internships is ideal for a potential
career in management. For all the
aforementioned, I see the University of Southampton as the
perfect place to complete my academic
studies, gain exceptional skills and therefore direct myself
towards a fulfilling professional career.
