Formal Email

Subject: Introductory Email

Dear Professor Brad,

Before coming to the Singapore Institute of Technology, I was pursuing a diploma in Engineering with Business. Singapore Polytechnic is well known for investing in holistic education, as such I have even completed modules such as Communicating for Professional Effectiveness, which I believe may be useful for our future endeavors in this technical communications module.

The reason I chose to come to SIT is so that I can deepen my understanding via applied learning. Ever since I was in secondary school, I have wanted to pursue a bachelors’ degree in engineering followed by completing a master’s in business administration afterwards. This way I can bring forward my skills to the industry and not only aid in engineering revolutionary products but also market it in a profitable manner.

I would say that a communication strength that I have is that I can present to a big crowd very easily given sufficient time to prepare. Going through multiple presentations while acquiring my diploma has left me seasoned in this regard. Another communication strength I have is that I can network with people very easily. When I was a committee member of the Singapore Polytechnic Student Entrepreneurship Club, I had attended numerous official events. However, a weakness I would claim to have is that sometimes I may speak too fast. I have sometimes rushed through presentations when I am careless or if I am mindful of my time running out.

I am hoping that Technical Communication will help to fine tune my speeches so that I can put across points concisely. I also hope to appear more confident when I speak to other people, especially strangers. Confidence plus genuine know how will help engage anyone under any situation and that’s what I am here to learn.

Warmest Regards,

Muhamed Jauhar

[Edited on the 20th of September 2019]