Where books serve as an oasis of knowledge, they also do wonders for improving vocabulary and problem-solving skills. However, the ones who publish these books often face numerous challenges and have to constantly struggle while complying with the latest trends in the industry. I believe that the need of the hour are neo modern methods and strategies to prevent a publishing house from becoming obsolete. Thus, with this rationale, I aspire to broaden my knowledge and skill set in all the tenets of publishing and editing so that I bring a change in the industry and take my own setup to the global level. I am hence writing this statement of purpose to pursue the Master of Publishing at the prestigious Simon Fraser University and study the essential topics from their leading faculty.

I completed my senior secondary education from Deep Memorial Public School in 2012 and higher senior secondary education in 2016 and obtained 7.2 CGPA and 58%, respectively. With my academic interests already in the business field, I enrolled into the program of Bachelor of Business Administration at Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut, India, and scored an overall CGPA of 6.9.

I have always maintained sound academic conduct during my past educational tenure and will ensure the same as I am deeply inspired by the program’s learning outcomes and delivery by a class-leading faculty. Among other courses, I chose to study the Master of Publishing as it will help me realise my vocational objectives that include active learning of the modern concepts of publishing. From my research, I found the curriculum to be holistic and comprehensive, which is delivered in a globally-recognized environment. Through internships and industry partnerships, I will exploit every chance to apply my learning in a professional ecosystem during my stay at the campus. Canada is widely known for its pristine quality of education and a course in publishing is at forefront among any other globally. The course of Master of Publishing at Simon Fraser University covers all the core topics in publishing that I require for my growth and is delivered via a class-leading training facility. Also, since I have studied BBA in my graduation, hence I am familiar with the basic principles of marketing and accounting. Taught by publishing practitioners and research faculty, along with masterclasses from industry leaders, the program offers a blend of seminar and hands-on project courses that provide tomorrow’s industry leaders with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed for a successful career.

After conducting colossal research about finding an ideal institution to undertake higher studies in music, I found that Simon Fraser University fits perfectly with my interests. Both Simon Fraser University students and Alumni have a high global reputation. It is because of their unparalleled technical skills and knowledge that people around the world hire them for a variety of roles in major publishing houses and presses. Even those who are hired as interns are paid exceptionally well that is easily reflected in their compensation. Another reason for choosing this institution is the experienced faculty. It comprises highly qualified and talented professors with a rich and diverse professional background in all tenets of publishing.

After completing my chosen program, I will take up a job in a progressive production house in India and gain experience for at least 3-5 months. During this tenure, I will aim to take up entry level roles such as Publisher, Commissioning Editor, and Production Editor. During this time, I will also work as a freelancer and acquire advanced projects that will further expand my knowledge and my professional portfolio. Seven years down the line, I will open my own publishing house and become an innovator and a leader in the industry.

English has been my primary language for communication since early childhood and I have never faced difficulty in conversing with fellow students and teachers in school as well as in college. I took the IELTS examination and obtained an overall band score of 7.0, which clearly indicates that I am eligible for studying at an international campus. Thus, I assure you that I will face no issues while interacting with the top-notch faculty at your institution during the tenure of the program.

I hope to have expressed my academic interest, purpose, and motivation behind choosing to pursue the Master of Publishing at the prestigious Simon Fraser University. I have reviewed the course modules and am impressed with the rigorous course content. I hope to add to the richness of this institute. I am looking forward to receiving a favorable reply from you and in case you have any queries regarding my application or candidature, I would be happy to address them.