My goal as a student at the University of Phoenix is to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management within two years. This achievement will greatly impact my family, work, and personal life. It will serve as a positive example for my daughters, grandchildren, and youngest sister within my family. Despite working full-time during college, I have received unwavering support from my family throughout this journey. Accomplishing this degree would not only be a personal achievement but also resonate with my supportive family. It’s important to me that my grandchildren perceive their grandmother as a strong and educated woman.
Obtaining a Bachelor’s degree would open doors for advancement at Boeing where I could potentially move into a management position. This role would give me greater influence over daily decisions in the workplace – something I consider professional success. Additionally, it would lead to an increased salary and allow for retirement by the age of 55. After retiring, I might also explore part-time business management opportunities elsewhere if desired. Earning this degree would equip me with the necessary skills to overcome challenges regularly faced by women.
Despite my 20 years of experience and diverse skill set at Boeing, not having a college degree has held me back from advancing to a managerial position. Consequently, I have been training multiple new managers in tasks that I am already skilled in. Unfortunately, the absence of a Bachelor’s degree disqualifies me from such leadership roles.
To achieve my goal, I recognize the necessity of making sacrifices, which involve juggling a full-time job, family responsibilities, and demanding classes. I am prepared to work diligently and exert significant effort in each of my courses to ensure success. However, the most challenging aspect is finding time for my family. It proves difficult to dedicate my weekends entirely to school work without getting distracted by family and friends. There are always events like birthday parties and social gatherings happening due to our large family. Additionally, my mother relies on me to accompany her on shopping trips as she prefers not to go alone.
To address this issue, I have requested that my sisters include our mother in their shopping plans until I complete school – fortunately they agreed. Furthermore, another obstacle arises from the fact that my daughter recently had a baby. Resisting the urge to assist her more frequently is tough; however, she understands my situation. Nonetheless, I still experience guilt about not being able to offer as much help as desired.
Moreover, frequent business travel required by my job poses another hurdle towards achieving my goal. This will make attending classes and meeting with my team challenging on occasion.
To overcome this obstacle, I intend on collaborating with management and scheduling other employees who are not pursuing further education for these business trips.The University of Phoenix supports me in achieving my goals, both professionally and personally, as I work towards completing my degree. The university offers valuable learning tools such as time management, written and oral communication, and presentation skills that will enhance my abilities. With effective training at the University of Phoenix, I am confident in improving these skills. Additionally, there are opportunities for collaboration in learning teams at the university, which will help me achieve my academic objectives while also strengthening my communication and interpersonal skills. However, working with teams does come with the challenge of having my grade impacted by their participation in assignments. As a University of Phoenix student and team member, I plan to promptly address any concerns or issues with the team to prevent future misunderstandings throughout the program.
To earn a Bachelor’s degree, I need determination and strong willpower. I am committed to pushing myself academically and excelling in challenging subjects. My goal is to utilize the University of Phoenix’s learning resources fully to enhance my skills and address any weaknesses. If everything goes as planned, I expect to graduate from the University of Phoenix in 2007.
