Alternative Career Option

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“Alternative Career option”
Course Tittle: Management Information System

Course Code: CIM 301
Date of Submission: 14th August, 2020
Submitted To:
Sonia Mallick
Senior Lecturer
Eastern University
Prepared by
Irfan Tamim
173200023
Alternative career option
If given a choice, I would have opted to become a psychologist.

I am introvert. I don’t usually talk much but I can certainly read people’s mind. If I stare at
someone for a while, and then watch his or her activities for a bit I can tell what type of a
person he or she is. I am not always right but 8 out of 10 times my assumptions are correct.
It’s a rare human quality which comes naturally to me. It’s a gift from my Creator and I am
thankful for that.
Before Admitting myself At Eastern University, I was a student of United International
University. I studied BBA for almost 2 years there. During that time, I had the chance to gain
some knowledge about psychology. UIU does have a course named “Psychology” for BBA
program. After going through the contents of the course, I realized that I am a born
psychologist. The course was relatively easy for me as I already had the basic qualities of a
psychologist.
Now let me tell you why I have interest in it. Psychology is a fascinating area of study. It will
help one to understand human behavior and mental processes and allow one to better
understand how we think act and feel.
Of course, a psychology degree won’t give me an absolute understanding of every interaction I
have with people. We are quite a complex species after all. However, the insights I gain about
peoples’ motivations, perceptions and behaviors will perhaps give me a different perspective on
why people react in the ways they do and help you to understand people a little better.
 The most obvious reason to study psychology is the subject-specific knowledge I’ll gain
and the insight I’ll develop into the mind, brain and human behavior. This knowledge
will help me to develop a detailed understanding of several specialized areas/or
applications of psychology, discovering the scientific and theoretical underpinnings of
the discipline, and will also help me recognize the variability and diversity of
psychological functioning and its significance.
 I Have always wondered why people behave in certain ways. I’ve always wanted to learn
more about my own mind, emotions, and actions. Earning a degree in psychology is an
excellent way to gain a greater understanding of people.
In addition to satisfying my own interest in human nature, having a solid understanding

of what makes people do certain things can be a very marketable skill in a wide variety
of job settings, including social services, advertising, marketing, education, health care,
and politics.
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 As I will progress in my career and perhaps move into a management or senior role, I’ll
often be expected to make difficult decisions and work in high-pressure environments.
The way that I react in these situations is key to the success of my career. Having an
understanding of my own personality and an insight into my own behavior can give me
a unique perspective on a workplace project or role. Using my knowledge of psychology
and behavior to recognize and acknowledge the underlying reasons and theories of
these traits can allow me to work more successfully in these different environments.
 Communicating effectively with others is a key skill in almost every workplace. This
ability is developed and improved by every psychology student, often without even
realizing it.
An important part of producing content at a higher education level is the ability to
structure an argument, to discuss a topic clearly and objectively, and to reference
relevant sources. This method of communicating can then be transferred from the
classroom straight to the office.
 The ability to research a topic or issue is often overlooked as a workplace skill, but it is a
valuable tool. Through assignments and projects, a psychology degree will help me to
develop my ability to find sources, evaluate their effectiveness and present my findings
clearly and accurately.
Whatever role or industry I choose to pursue after my psychology degree, this skill will
allow me to review tenders, investigate potential projects and much more.
 Critical thinking is a key part of a psychology certificate or degree programme, as

students must consider each source and theory that they reference or use. By
developing this skill with the help of a tutor and my classmates, I can help to avoid costly
mistakes later on in the workplace.
 Having a degree on your CV or resume can improve your salary prospects and
employability. In fact, In Europe, the latest figures state that holding an undergraduate
degree can increase your salary by £500,000 more than non-graduates over a lifetime.
 Psychology is certainly not a one-size-fits-all career choice. In fact, one of the greatest
strengths of a psychology degree is the enormous variety of career paths that are
available to graduates. Students can tailor their education and degree to focus on
specialty areas that appeal to their interest.
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 I love solving practical or theoretical problems, then earning a psychology degree might
be a great choice for me. Some psychologists focus on helping people resolve complex
emotional issues or developing solutions for real-world problems. Others delve deeper
into our understanding of the human mind and behavior by conducting research and
adding to the body of scientific knowledge. No matter which area interests me,
psychology presents unique challenges that can also be deeply rewarding.
 I’ve always wanted to make a real difference in other people's lives, earning a
psychology degree can be a great way to achieve that goal. Psychologists, counselors,
therapists, and community services workers devote their time and energy to helping
people overcome adversity, increase their well-being, and realize their full potential.
While this type of work can be emotionally demanding and stressful at times, it can also
be very fulfilling.
 In addition to my strong interest in psychology, I also love sports and physical fitness.
While the two subjects might seem only distantly related at first, they actually make up
a major specialty area known as sports psychology.
One great benefit of earning a psychology degree is that I can pursue a career path that
is well-aligned to my passions and interests.
In our country, psychologist do not get the respect they deserve. Our parents want us to
become doctor or engineer or Businessman. They never think out of the box. No one
encourages us to study something like psychology. Which is why psychologists do not get
enough salary or respect in our society. It is really tough to study psychology in a third world
country like Bangladesh. One will never get the proper support that he or she must have. The
best possible reason to earn a degree in psychology in Bangladesh is simply the love for the
subject matter.

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“Alternative Career option”

Course Tittle: Management Information System

If given a choice, I would have opted to become a psychologist.

In addition to satisfying my own interest in human nature, having a solid understanding

 Critical thinking is a key part of a psychology certificate or degree programme, as

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