More than just Good grades – build a Profile to get noticed.

Academic success isn’t measured by test marks only By Albin Jacobs When a decade or two ago, earning a decent GPA or score was considered to be the sole definition of academic success. Today universities, research establishments, employers, and Scholarship Committees have begun looking beyond just results and are seeking for individuals who show a flair for inquiry, research capability, leadership and innovation, not to mention a penchant for ongoing learning. Thus, academic profile building have become one of the most rewarding investments a student can make.

It is a summary of your work done beyond examination hall, of what makes you a future professional with proven ability in research, solving world’s problems or working together with others in diverse professions.

If you aspire to pursue post graduate education or even career in research or other profession, it is important to have your academic profile as one of the biggest weapons in your arsenal. Grades Open doors, but a Profile Keeps them open! Your grade determines if you even make the cut-off for admission into an institution or a job, but what if all candidates have a comparable score. When comparing similar students, it is this broader range of qualifications which determines the potential for greatness.

Your academic profile encompasses your research papers, presentations, certifications, internships, work-related skills, academic writing skills, presentations, participation in club and societies, etc.

It proves to others that beyond your academic aptitude you have worked and researched, made meaningful contributions through diverse extra- curricular involvements, and collaborated in groups. They know a good candidate by the number of projects he/she has handled or research experience as compared to another who has just come up with a decent grade. A research can speak much louder than his/her grades can explain.

Students with an academic background and some extracurricular activities stand out as potential leaders rather than simply excellent students. Research demonstrates your capability of producing knowledge When you have participated in research you actually gain insight into the system of how the knowledge production actually takes place. Research is the basis of higher education.

By taking part in some research with your professors or doing some research for independent work/thesis or just joining a research project, it not only improves you analytical and thinking abilities but also make you a better problem solver and a decision maker.

It also prepares for you for the pursuit of doctoral studies in research-centric careers. Universities recognize candidates for their involvement and achievements in Research which indicate their potential to contribute for future research. Publish it, it increases credibility Publishing your work makes your research visible. When you work on research, your contribution is within a department/institution only but when you present or publish your findings it makes it globally available to other researchers in academia which gives the credibility of your research.

Publication makes for good research training too and builds your skills for effective communication and writing for scholarly communication.

Research, work of some students gets citations which makes for a more credible research profile and better credibility with other universities. A professional researcher possesses more than technical skills. You need more than just knowledge in the specific field of your studies.

Effective Communication, team working, project management, Leadership qualities, critical thinking skills, digitally literate, adaptability, creative thinking and learning are of great importance for modern researcher or any professional for that matter. Student can enhance these abilities by participating in club activities, joining professional associations and student organizations, taking leadership roles, joining academic and interdisciplinary clubs, taking workshops on soft skills and participating in national/international events. These things give the sense of a well-round professional, which reflects their capability of taking the responsibilities seriously in different scenarios.

Organize and manage online visibility One of the crucial factors is maintaining an up-to-date digital profile.

In this world of online interaction, you will definitely want your research work and profile to be found. Websites like Google Scholar, ResearchGate, ORCID, Academia.edu, and your university websites will help you with your professional presence online. You should post all publications, research interests, work experiences, certificates and conference presentations on these profiles to allow your research to be viewed by others worldwide and to connect with peers in your discipline. Keep Learning Many researchers believe in lifelong learning.

Attend all possible workshops, conferences, webinars and any other professional development programs to learn new research skills, software and latest in the industry.

It gives one insights into the latest developments and trends in one's area of expertise and beyond. Continual learning ensures you stay competitive. Continuous learning helps you identify new challenges and adapt to new situation which is a sign of a researcher.

Summary 

You academic success is beyond the grades and GPA, building an academic profile to showcase research experiences, publications, leadership and other professional qualities are equally important in shaping up for higher education, scholarships, and promising careers in academia or the industry. Every project, presentation, paper, certifications or participation that contributes to build one’s profile are equally important in building up a research reputation that will speak about “who” and “how well” one can perform for the bigger picture of future research as well as industrial applications.

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