 | Competition is Tight in Academia and the Job Market, Time Management Skills are Essential
College Station, TX, October 5, 2001 – A recent survey conducted by Success4Students found that entry into universities, graduate schools, and professional programs is more competitive than ever. They also determined that companies hiring during the recent economic slowdown have increased their entry-level requirements.
Dr. Walter Bradley, Professor Emeritus at Texas A&M University and founder of Success4Students states, “Students should try to maintain a 3.5 grade point average in order to keep all their options open. Even those who have not decided what career path to take will have a number of options available to them when they do decide if they keep their GPA at a 3.5 or better.” Dr. Bradley emphasizes the importance of mastering time management and study skills as critical elements to achieving this goal. He states, “In over 30 years as a university professor, I have found that successful students not only work hard, but work smart through setting goals, careful planning, and knowing how to study effectively.”
The survey also indicated that poor time management skills are a leading factor in lower student retention rates. Dr. Bradley concludes, “American College Testing recently reported that 50% of students beginning college will not complete their degree plan; this is a little discouraging. However, I am convinced that it is not lack of intelligence, but lack of fundamental skills that makes a difference for these students. We are seeing amazing results with students who learn how to motivate and effectively apply themselves with time management and study skills, and this is making a difference in their options for their future.”
Success4Students is a leading provider of time management and study skills programs to students across the country (www.success4students.com).
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(10/5/2001)
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Dr. Walter Bradley |
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"..thank you for sending me motivating e-mails to keep me going. My first round of tests went well, and now I'm trying to keep up with reading ahead and staying on top of things.."
-Melissa B. |
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