Education Planning Essay

Bachelor of Science

Business, Management and Economics: Accounting Concentration

April 13 , 2014

Why have I returned to school? The answer to that question is comprised of so many different answers, where do I begin, I guess the beginning is the best place to start. Fifteen years ago at the age of 25 I received my Associates degree in Accounting, then I took a hiatus from learning, at least from an academic point of view. While my academic learning was on hiatus, the school of reality was in full force. Two marriages followed by 2 divorces each one leaving me in financial ruin for which I accept my share of responsibility. In the end I had three beautiful, intelligent, loving kids that are the center of my world and also the first reason for my desire to obtain my Bachelor’s degree.

My second answer stems from my last work experience. I spent ten years working for a company that decided not to hold my position for me while I waited for spinal surgery. I was terrified, here I was again with not enough money to provide for my children and not a darn thing I could do about it. I saw this as the perfect opportunity to return to my academic learning since reality had not been the greatest for me.

My third and final answer is strictly selfish, I want this, and I always have. During the last 13 years I had to put my dreams and desires on hold to take care of everyone else, which has left me stranded in a sense. While I heal from my spinal surgery I browse the employment ads looking to see what will be out there for me when I finally achieve my goal and it makes me smile. I have spent the last ten years in a manufacturing environment and while it provided for my children, it was never what I wanted to do. I love the fact the late next year I will be able to do what I love and what I have worked towards, a future in accounting. I love the fact that my kids see the struggle and sacrifices I am making so that they and I can have...