Graduate Study Challenges and strategies for Personal Success
Graduate Study Challenges and Strategies for Personal Success
Graduate Study Challenges and Strategies for Personal Success The Geographical Bulletin states, (2011) “pursuing a graduate degree is often accompanied by overwhelming demands and expectations.” So it could be difficult to reach ones long-term or short-term goals for success in graduate school. Studies have shown problems with stress and time pressure related to graduate studies and their students are common (Moyer, Salovery & Cannon). Although every student is led to graduate school for very different reasons, both personal, and professional, it is each individual’s success that matters most. Strategic planning and foreseeing that there may be bumps along the path of graduate studies can help students with meeting the demands of graduate school today. Those serious about obtaining a graduate degree may benefit from integrating a personal plan for their success.
Personal and Professional Goals Personally, choosing to go back to graduate school was not difficult. I always have wanted to pursue my education. Not only for myself but also, for my children and grandchildren. It is important to show them that education is top priority. It is also important as the only bread winner in my family to build financial security for myself and my family. Financial gain is not the most important reason for obtaining my degree but as a woman in my position, it was an important factor. Professionally, it is important to me to receive respect and credibility among my colleagues, patients, and patients families. Although I have many reasons for pursing higher education, those listed are among the most important to me. To plan for my success in graduate school, I will need to do three things consistently. First, set aside three to four hours of study time a day to ensure an adequate amount of time to study. Second, I must not procrastinate. This could be the one that could make me or
Graduate Study Challenges and Strategies for Personal Success The Geographical Bulletin states, (2011) “pursuing a graduate degree is often accompanied by overwhelming demands and expectations.” So it could be difficult to reach ones long-term or short-term goals for success in graduate school. Studies have shown problems with stress and time pressure related to graduate studies and their students are common (Moyer, Salovery & Cannon). Although every student is led to graduate school for very different reasons, both personal, and professional, it is each individual’s success that matters most. Strategic planning and foreseeing that there may be bumps along the path of graduate studies can help students with meeting the demands of graduate school today. Those serious about obtaining a graduate degree may benefit from integrating a personal plan for their success.
Personal and Professional Goals Personally, choosing to go back to graduate school was not difficult. I always have wanted to pursue my education. Not only for myself but also, for my children and grandchildren. It is important to show them that education is top priority. It is also important as the only bread winner in my family to build financial security for myself and my family. Financial gain is not the most important reason for obtaining my degree but as a woman in my position, it was an important factor. Professionally, it is important to me to receive respect and credibility among my colleagues, patients, and patients families. Although I have many reasons for pursing higher education, those listed are among the most important to me. To plan for my success in graduate school, I will need to do three things consistently. First, set aside three to four hours of study time a day to ensure an adequate amount of time to study. Second, I must not procrastinate. This could be the one that could make me or
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