Motivation Letter

Hi everyone!!! I am applying for my master´s degree, I know how important the motivation letter is... So I would very much appreciate some help, corrections or critics...

This is my first draft, so I know there is plenty to improve.

I would really appreciate your help!!!

Cheers!!!

Dear Sir or Madam,


I am writing to apply for Master of Science in Economics at the XXXXX, for the 2013 autumn intake. The track I wish to follow is the Socio-Economic Policy track. I hold an Economics degree that I have recently obtained at the University of XXXXX. I strongly believe the MS in Economics at XXXX would provide me with the tools to achieve intellectual accomplishment and professional opportunities in the future.

Since I left high school five years ago, I have acquired an extensive theoretical base in economics, as well as a broad variety of instruments to understand it and act upon it. Yet, I do not feel like I have had a real opportunity to put into practice that knowledge in an academic level. The seminar based teaching; alongside the significant weight of the research project, build the perfect framework to do so. It furthermore provides the chance to study in an international environment under the supervision of the standing teaching staff of the XXXX.

In the upcoming decades, governments and policy makers would have to face some of the biggest challenges in modern history, both inside and outside the EU. The aging of the population, the growing inequality, the shift of economic power poles and the global warming are just a few.

My ambition is not other than doing my bit in the search of a more equal and fair world. In a local or international level, I would love to be part of an institution, company or NGO that does its part. Either managing local development policies or simply being part of a company with strong moral and ethical principles.

My father himself studied economics and he has developed a fulfilling professional career that goes from university teaching to being a senior official in local governments. He has always been passionate about his job and faithful with what he thought it was right. My father has set an example to follow.

Last year, I had the amazing opportunity to work in a consultancy company specialized in the design, implementation and evaluation of territorial development strategies. InXXXX I become part of a team of professionals and collaborate in many different projects. During this professional experience, I have improved my naturally strong communication skills and work on my weaknesses such as time management. These months also made me realized that I needed to enhance my research methods.

When I was an exchange student in the XXXXX I had the chance to get to know the XXXX and concretely the XXXXX area. I also met some Dutch colleagues, among many international classmates, and even a bit of the language. This desire to do further study after graduating got stronger after this experience abroad. I think its proven excellent teaching and outstanding international focus is the best option for me to develop personally and academically.

Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for considering my application, and I look forward to your reply.

Yours faithfully,

Mike