Statement of purpose

Introduction

I am always being focused towards her future career. Future is the path learnt from
past and started from present. So to make my future bright and satisfactory, I
should take correct decision regarding my career.

My name is Harshdeep Singh, I had completed my school leaving certificate (year

10) with 71% in the year 2019 from Punjab school education board and (year 12)
with 66% in the year 2021 from Central board of secondary education, As I am a
student of Arts background, I am interested to study Diploma of hospitality
management. On top of that, to achieve quality education and establish myself as a
hospitality management, I have decided to pursue Master of Health Administration,
Policy and Leadership. But I found for Australia I need to appear for IELTS or PTE
then I took 2 to 3 months IELTS coaching, after having satisfied score in IELTS, I
started searching for colleges and university and colleges in Australia. and I have
always focused in developing my personal skills along with my education as I believe
both of them are necessary in attain a successful life. Then I visited many
educational agents to get idea about Australian education degree and student visa
processes. I started attending many seminars surf/internet to get information about
Australian education and Diploma of hospitality management. Finally I got
convinced to study in Australia as it’s an educational hub for international student.

Family Background

I have 7 family members including me. My father is agriculturist his annual income is
INR 5, 30,000, my two sisters are in India, one is studying in India and one sister is
studying in Australia.

I am blessed that my decision for studying abroad is appreciated by my Parents not

only emotionally but also financially. My parents have always encouraged us for
studies and to build our career. They have supported me with my dreams and are
now supporting my studies in Australia. I want to make my family proud by building
a successful career and taking care of them once I am settled.
Being the son, it is up to me to look after them. It is a huge responsibility for me and
I want to take this opportunity of studying in Australia so that I can get a good job
and build my career in India. I want to be closer to my parents so I can support and
look after them.
FINANCIAL CAPACITY:

For my further study, I will be sponsored by my father Jaspreet Singh and he is

having a Loan worth Rs - 20, 02,000 in Canara Bank. He has enough funds to
sponsor my studies for the concerned period. I am confident that education from
Australia will provide me an excellent opportunity to achieve my career goals.

For my study and living in Australia, I have come across sufficient funds and I will be
financially sponsored by my parents for my tuitions fees, living and other relevant
expenses which may occur during my study period in Australia. My family is
financially sound and holds sufficient funds for my higher studies in Australia. I have
got information regarding requisite funds and expenses by searching on the official
website of Australian government.
https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/visa-1/500-?modal=/visas/supporting/
Pages/500/twelve-months-funds-option.aspx

Why I have not my Home Country India:

Keeping my goal and target in my mind, Gamma Education & Training Pty Ltd,
Queensland seems to be an excellent and brilliant place for carrying my career
ahead to its peak as doing a qualification at an international level will carry more
weight-age.

There is no denying that there are many institutions available in my country such as:

 RIG Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management in Gurgaon

 Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar
 Subhash Bose Institute of Hotel Management which is located in Kolkata

Firstly one has to clear the entrance exams which are quite a tough job due to the
limited number of seats in such institutions.

Moreover, in India reservation system is followed for admissions so that’s why my

chances of getting admission were quite low. Secondly, the course curriculum is
quite different from the curriculum of Australian colleges and universities.
Moreover, In Australia, the approach of teaching is practical along with the use of
the latest techniques and updated syllabus which makes the student industry-ready
graduate and this increases the chances of a fresh graduate to be a part of one of
the leading organizations of the world. Even the modes of delivering education are
well furnished as the latest technologies are being used to impart education to the
students such as smart-classes equipped with projectors or other audio-visual aids
and so on.

Moreover while studying in my home country I cannot get the benefits that can be
gained while studying abroad such as international exposure which would add extra
weight to my resume to get good jobs in future. Secondly, by studying in an English
speaking country I can improve my communication skills. Last but not the least, the
value and recognition of an international degree due to the latest business
techniques and understanding of the advanced economy are always higher than a
local degree especially in one of the most emerging markets like India today. Hence
internationally qualified candidates are always preferred comparatively. Due to all
these merits of overseas education, I have decided to have an international degree
rather a domestic one.

During my research I found that it is very difficult for a student to get enroll in such
universities. It is a tough competition with limited number of seats and very high
number of applicants. Number of student sitting for competitive exams each year is
1.2 Million and only the very brightest can get opportunity to study at top
universities in India. My options were limited to Section 2 and 3 universities, which
does not have much recognition.

In addition to that, I will not get any international exposure while studying in India
neither I will be able to improve my communication skills. Whereas, through
international degree, I will get International exposure which will help me to develop
deep understanding regarding my program and high employment opportunities as
the most of the Indian employers are view students with foreign degree favorablyas
their college curriculum is believed to be more in sync with the needs of the
industry.

Owing to these reasons, I decided that studying from good university in Australia
would be better for in terms of quality education and recognition.

Why Australia rather than other countries like USA & UK-

I start browsing preferred study destination through various websites of USA, UK

and Australia. After all these research on internet I found that these three countries
having top preference by the international students as Australia is the Third most
preferred destination as first one is USA and Secondone is UK.

In UK I found I need to crack UKCAT and BMAT to get admission into top colleges &
Universities of UK such as University of Surrey , University of Essex, University of
Greenwich, oxford university and more but the duration of Bachelor of hospitality
management program is 3 to 4 year which have not much recognition back in India.

In USA I found the institutes Northern Arizona University, University of California,

Dallas Baptist University, Fairleigh Dickinson University, California State University
and more but the duration of hospitality management program is 4 year and there
are many universities being blacklisted & the students have been sent back from
USA.

Further, UK and US are always under some or the other terrorist threat. My parents
were not comfortable in sending me to a country with security risk. I ruled out USA
and UK due to the security reasons. USA has always been in news due to its Gun
policy and numerous shoot out events every now and then.

Whereas, in Australia has more business and economic ties with India as well as has
a big economy over the long term and it is a better prospect for Education and
work.The education system in Australia is identical to Indian education system
procedures as for undergraduate students it requires 12 years of study and for post-
graduate it require 15 years of education which is ideal for Indian Students.

In Australia I will get globally accepted degree which will be valid all over the world
and cost of living and other expenses are quite affordable as compare to USA and
UK as in USA currency is quite high i.e. 1USD = (80 INR) and in UK 1 pound= (97 INR)
and whereas in Australia currency rate is 1 AUD = (56 INR).

Other Reasons for choosing Australia for study:-

Ranked High in education system: Australia is the 3rdmost popular student

destination for international students. Australia is having strong education
infrastructure and having 7 out of 100 top ranked universities in the world. Australia
has gained recognition in providing world class education and this is better known
for meeting the needs and expectations of the students.Australia ranks 9th in the
world ahead of Germany, New Zealand, Japan etc. in terms of University System
Ranking.

Variety of Programs: Australia is providing variety of courses and programs to

provide theoretical knowledge and impart practical skills required in delivery
excellent healthcare services. Australia is topping the list in terms of quality of life. It
is also having highly advanced hospitals and medical equipment’s definite advantage
for my career goal. There is career diversity after completion of courses according to
subjects.

Diversity: Australia is safe, multicultural, friendly and harmonious society. They

value the cultural diversity that students of different countries bring to campuses
and communities. Best thing about this country is low crime rate, strict security and
laws providing safe and secure environment to everyone.

Opportunity to gain experience: Australia also provides the opportunity to work

and gain work experience in the field of study under Post Study Work Visa (PSW)
which assists students to acquire needed skills and knowledge to pursue their
professional careers.

Tuition Protection System: Australia also introduces a system to halt the fraud in
the fees and payment with international students by Tuition protection system.

Suitable weather conditions:The weather conditions in Australia are much familiar

with my home country India which is also suitable for students from India due to its
tropical climate.

Affordable:It is also one of the most political and economic stable countries and
Australia offers the highest standard of living and that too at very affordable prices
(living expenses $21041 per year).

Why I Preferred Gamma education & training Pty. Ltd.:

Choosing a College is one of the most important decisions for a Student. There are
many bases on which a Student selects a College / University e.g. the welcoming &
excellent living environment which motivate students to develop their Personal,
Professional & Academic skills, world class facilities of learning. I studied websites of
different colleges such as Central Queensland University, University of technology
Sydney, Charles Darwin University, Holmes institute for selection of best
colleges/Universities.
After lot of research I applied to Gamma Education & Training Pty Ltd. I opted to
study in Gamma Education & Training Pty Ltd as it is recognized, nationally and
internationally, for excellence in teaching, research and engagement. It has
affordable fee structure as compared to other universities. Looking for a great
return on my investment, I did a lot of research upon the choice of the institute I
would be taking my education from keeping in my mind the fee structure, future
prospects, skillset and knowledge delivered and the location. I ended up choosing
the Gamma institute in the end because it sat well with almost all my requirements.
A reasonably priced education, great location in Brisbane a tourist place, nicely
designed course structure for the overall development of the student, great faculty,
and students from around the world bringing something new to the table every
time. I decided against University education because of the education being pretty
advanced and my wish to start with forming a good base with a diploma.
Gamma Institute is the leader in training and every aspect of what they do is
dedicated to excellence. Their training is delivered by industry experts who come
from highly successful careers within their chosen industry. Gamma Education &
Training facilities are world-class. Gamma Institute provides me with quality
educational programs during the course period which is profitable for me. Gamma
Institute offers a modern state of the teaching and learning facilities. Above all, it
provides strategic education focus and offers excellent value for money with its
affordable quality education.
 All courses are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework
(AQF) allowing pathways which provide access to qualifications and assist
students to move easily between different education and training sectors.
 It has a friendly enrolment process that will allow you to showcase your
attitude, knowledge and skills. Australian Qualification Framework (AQF)
recognition of our courses enables the alignment of the AQF with
International qualifications frameworks
 Moreover, university ensures that all the graduates have imperative
comprehension and prowess in their field of study as a result of the high-
quality teaching, leading-edge research, which combine to shape the holistic
student experience and create distinctive competitive advantage.
 The university has two campuses in Australia in So, Brisbane and Sydney
Campus. To pursue my higher studies I have opted Sydney campus.
 It is the largest campus and has easy access to all sorts of transportation
facilities and other services.it is a very multicultural city where all cultures are
welcomed and embraced and has a reputation for being friendly and relaxed.
 Gamma Sydney Campus is located 10-minute walk from Sydney Central train
station and in Sydney’s education hub (Ultimo). With one of the highest
standards of living in the world, Australia offers modern, safe and economical
transport systems.
 CLIMATE Sydney enjoys a temperate climate with four distinct seasons in the
year. Below is a guide to the average daily temperatures. • Spring September
- November 12-22 degrees • Summer December to February 28-32 degrees •
Autumn March to May 12 - 20 degrees • Winter June to August 10 - 15
degrees.

About my Preferred Program Diploma of Hospitality Management:

Course Details:
Course: Diploma of Hospitality Management
Campus: Sydney
Intake: October 2023
Course duration:- 78 weeks

After my Senior Secondary, I want to explore overseas education for my higher

qualification. Hospitality management is part of the service industry that brings
more placements than any other profession. Nowadays the Hospitality industry is
growing rapidly. Professional in the hospitality industry is trained in business,
human resources, and customer services.

The choice of the course was easy and I knew that diploma in hospitality
management followed by an advanced diploma in the same would cater to my
desire of being a chef in my future and also teach me the nitty-gritty of the food and
hospitality industry throughout the world, adding business intellect to my skill set.
The course I would be taking is very well designed in accordance to what I wish to
get out my education and would end forming a strong base and develop a fine-
tuned skill set for a better future. This course will prepare me for an effective
starting career in Hospitality, with a strong emphasis on case-based learning that is
built progressively through the two years of study.

Initially, I will study the Diploma of Hospitality Management from 23/10/2023 to

21/04/2024. This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality
industry sector as a departmental or small business manager. The diversity of
employers includes restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs,
cafes, and coffee shops.

During my diploma, my basic concepts related to the hospitality sector will improve
and after diploma, I will study the Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
from 29/07/2019 to 27/01/2020 which will enable me to understand hospitality
sector with more in-depth subject knowledge. This qualification reflects the role of
highly skilled senior managers who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined
with specialized managerial skills and substantial knowledge of the industry to
coordinate hospitality operations. Thus the career prospects after completing this
course are:

 Area manager or operations manager

 Executive chef
 Executive housekeeper
  Food and beverage manager
 Head chef
 Motel owner or manager
 Rooms division manager
Diploma Course Contents: Manage Operational Plan, Analyse and present research
information, Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability, Develop
and Manage quality customer service practices, Monitor work operations, Manage
finances within a budget, Prepare and Monitor Budgets, Implement

Program Duration and Fee Structure:

The Diploma of Hospitality management program has the duration of 1 years and
the fee structure of as follows:

Per year Tuition Fee: $ 5500 AUD (Approx.)

Course Structure:

28 UNITS MUST BE COMPLETED:

• 13 core units

• 15 elective units

My Future Prospects:
After the successful completion of my course, I firmly believe that the diploma and
advanced diploma study will prepare me for a managerial level position in the
hospitality sector. I will also gain sufficient knowledge and practice to kick starts my
career in this industry. This professional education will prepare me to stand out of
the crowd and enrich my profile by unlocking top employment opportunities. This
qualification also enables me to settle down in my own country, in any public or
private hospitality sector and give wings to my hospitality management career. The
diversity of employers includes restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and
coffee shops, casinos, logistics, catering and banquet management, resorts,
etc. thus able to raise my standard of living. This valuable experience will assist me
to develop myself as a professional back my home country.
After completing my PSW visa I will return back to my home country India as it
would be a long time that I will spend without my family so I will return back to my
motherland to be with my family.
It’s my prime responsibility to look after my family. Moreover the International
diploma will open up the variety of career opportunities for me and I feel that I will
get placed into well renowned and well established public, private and
governmental organizations as Oberoi Group of Hotels, Sarovar Park Group of
Hotels, Jaypee Group of Hotels, Le Meridien Group of Hotels and Taj Group of
Hotels and more with the salary package of around INR 8 lacks to INR 9 lacks
annually.

Reasons to return back

My economic circumstances are very strong in India, I want quality of education and
therefore I had applied for Australian student visa, being the son comes with lot of
responsibility. My parents have worked hard to provide quality education to me and
once I have finished my studies, it will be my responsibility to build my career and
look after them.
One of the biggest advantage to live in a family is that there is a big sense of
familiarity. More than that , my roots are in India and I am very attached to my roots
,which is one of the main reason that I will preferring to come back to my mother
country after accomplishment of my degree .On the top my parents are residing in
India , which allures me to have an internal settlement only in India . I have very
great relation with my parents and especially with my mother as she is always act as
pillar of strength and supported me in my every decision.

Also, I will abide all the rules and regulations of Australia as well as of my college
that are mentioned under visa subclass 500 in the official website that is
www.homeaffairs.gov.ausuch as:
 I have to maintain a regular health insurance until my visa expires.
 I cannot change my education provider before 12 months.
 I am allowed to work 40 hrs. Per fortnight during my course.
 I am not allowed to work before the commencement date of my course.
 I have to inform my education provider or DIBP if I change my residential
address within 7 working days.

I understand that if any incorrect, misleading or non-genuine information is found

in this SOP, my student visa application will be refused.

Harshdeep Singh