Assessment and Measurement - Personal Statement Example

Doctoral Personal ment for the James Madison I believe transforming humanity through a quality education thatemphasises on the practical application of learnt knowledge in addressing issues facing society. Our accomplishment in live I believe is not only determined by our material and academic success but also how we use this knowledge to serve humanity. It is therefore my goal to attain a holistic transformation through quality education. I want study in an enriching academic environment where critical thought, independent scholarship, research and respect for diversity are core values.

I am applying to the JMU’s Assessment and Measurement Doctoral program hoping to enjoy such an enriching academic experience that will enable me to graduate as a global citizen. I am particularly interested in studying Assessment and Measurement at the JMU because of the program’s vision of preparing graduates that meet the increasing require need for quality assurance and accountability not only in education but other sectors such as business, healthcare etc. the programs goals of preparing quality graduates through extensive training that combines both theory and practical, conducting high quality scholarship that enhances knowledge for effective practice and providing services that promote professionalism in assessment & measurement attract me to be part of the JMU community.

I hope to graduate from the program equipped with skills in designing assessment strategies, performing empirical investigations of new assessment techniques, analysis of empirical data, proper use of assessment outcomes, appropriate strategies to communicate assessment to different audience types and appropriate response to current & new measures of assessment as the world continues to evolve. Currently I hold a bachelors degree from the Kind Khalid University- College of Education specializing in mathematics and a Master’s degree from the University of King Saud in Statistics.

I also have an extensive work experience in public service. I also poses professional certification in project management. I have worked as a consultant with the Institute of Public Administration and the ministry of service since September, 2013. I am also a member of the training team at the IPA, have worked with the Ministry of Education since the year 2004 and statistician at the King Saud University. Given my extensive work as a teacher and trainer with different groups as well as educational background in mathematics & statics as well as professional certification in project management I believe I have the prerequisite skills for the PhD Program in Assessment and Measurement.

Away from academics I am one very outgoing individual who participates actively in club activities as well as track & field events. I also like interacting with people of different cultures as I believe through such interactions there is valuable exchanged of information and skills that may not be taught in class. I will therefore be taking advantage of the available facilities on the campus at JMU and its diverse community to enrich my academic experience through extensive interactions with staff, and students from all over the world.

These interactions I believe are very important in the learning process as they permit cultural exchange and practical learning as well as understanding of cultural moderators of our behaviours and assessment needs. In conclusion therefore, I have chosen to apply to the JMU Assessment and Measurement Doctoral program for I believe it is a university upholding high standards of training, respects diversity, permits critical thought & independent scholarship and offers an academic experience that is both stimulating and enriching to its graduates.

In such an environment, one can only graduated as an adequately prepared global leader ready to positively impact the world and I want to be one. I will take advantage of every opportunity in and out of class to increase my knowledge and skills in assessment and measurement so as to shape the future of the profession on graduating to the corporate world.