Economics

It is my opinion that one of the rules of success is to enjoy what you do, and Economics is a

subject that I am infatuated with. From a young age, I have been enticed by the role the

economy plays in our lives. I firmly believe that my determination to succeed, as well as my

strong numerical skills, makes me a suitable applicant for the course.

By studying Economics, I have been able to develop my knowledge of the issues that economies

across the world encounter everyday. My passion for exploring the effects of changes in

interest rates and the fluctuation of oil prices, which have an effect on every individual in

one way or the other, has been a key influence in my decision to take my knowledge of the

subject further. Logical thinking is a characteristic that I have strengthened from studying

Mathematics as solving mathematical problems require the ability to apply multiple methods.

This is useful as Economics is a subject where skills such as being able to think logically

are regularly required. A Level Psychology has allowed me to develop my essay-writing

techniques, as well as my ability to analyse and evaluate texts, which is advantageous as a

degree in Economics requires these skills.

"People learn to work for money but never learn to have money work for them". Whether you are

an individual, or a firm, I believe that this quote from Robert Kiyosaki in the book "Rich

Dad, Poor Dad" reflects the struggling economies in our world today. It is my opinion that

people with financial intelligence will make a more informed choice of whether they are

investing capital in assets than in liabilities, which would reduce debt at an individual and

economic level. The current financial crisis has further motivated me to obtain this financial

intelligence, which has fed my desire to complete this course.

My desire to study Economics has been demonstrated by my presence at a Business and Finance

course, sponsored by Merrill Lynch, at the LSE....