What is your analytical reasoning in the selection of UD COB as your choice in pursuit of the MBA degree?

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Question 1
What is your analytical reasoning in the selection of University of Dallas College of Business as your choice in pursuit of the MBA degree?
Introduction
My selection of University of Dallas College of Business as my choice in pursuit of the MBA degree was informed by a couple of reasons ranging from its history of excellence to the professionalism and experience of its graduates. I am intending to pursue an MBA from the University and in this paper; I will explain the choice of my decision based on the Strategic Management Analytical Paradigm and my desire to become successful.
Method
Before settling on the University Of Dallas College Of Business, I undertook an intensive research in the internet regarding the probable colleges that offer MBA coursework. I also looked at the course outline and brochure outlining the MBA course. In a broader context, I engaged former students of the College, friends and even contacts one of the teaching members of staff for further advice. I have a great interest in pushing an MBA and the encouragement successful former students and my individual research led to my selection of the university.
Results
To become a successful graduate in MBA, I have to set my objectives and goals based on my line of work and career. This means that I must have a mission; vision and a strategy that will help me attain my goals of becoming a successful MBA graduate from the college.
Discussion
Vision
To become a real, relevant and practical graduate by engaging in learning and creativity
Mission
Acquire the necessary skills of a competent leader with real-world skills and experience developed through learning to enable myself to adapt to the fast changing business world
SWOT
Before undertaking my MBA course, it is important that I assess my strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats facing me in order to achieve my mission and vision. The analysis will help me focus on my studies, which will improve my chances of passing my coursework and emerging successful.
Strength
I have a wide experience in business management as I have worked in the private and public sectors. The experience I gained from working in different position in the business environment can be transferred to my MBA studies, as I will be able to relate theoretical coursework with real life experience. I also posses excellent communication and language skills. As a student seeking to become a leader in the business environment, I am able to communicate effectively not only with other students, but my partners and colleagues in the business world once I am done with my MBA.
Weakness
From a personal perspective, I recognize that I have a weakness of being short tempered. However, this is something I am working on, as I do not want it to be a hindrance to my success. I also have a weakness as far as concentration lifespan is concerned. Right from my childhood, I have had issues with concentrating in class for long periods. However, I have managed to make significant steps towards recovery by changing my mentality.
Opportunities
There are several opportunities open to me especially from the private sector. My previous work experience and management styles in the public and private sectors have earned me opportunities to work in higher management levels. This was part of the reason I enrolled for an MBA degree because it will equip me with real-time skills for better management. I am sure opportunities come along once I am done with the MBA
Threats
The only threat I face is the long-term experience from well-established managers who have held high positions in the business world. It is difficult to compete against such people owing to the wide experience. Other threats include the emerging challenges in business considering that the business world is dynamic and demands keep changing every other time.
Areas of excellence
For many years, I have had an interest in the study of business. This can be explained by the reason that I am a graduate in business and hence have a good foundation for the MBA course. To be successful in this course, I believe that it is necessary to be focused and realistic in setting the right objectives. In my previous courses, I have demonstrated my ability to remain focused to the set objectives and I believe I will continue putting these skills into practice in the MBA course.
Implementation
This is how I will accomplish the MBA course at UD COB;
Plan: I will have a proper plan that will guide me towards achieving the desired results at the end of the course. It will be vital for me to have a learning schedule that I will strictly adhere to. I will give priority to all my classroom assignments and will always submit them in time. To ensure that I remain updated with the l...