In this blog post, I will summarize my study methods and club management experiences from high school, examples of consideration and cooperation, and my career plans after college.

Academic Experiences and Reflections

The first thing I did while preparing for the CSAT was to analyze past exam questions. As many instructors advised, analyzing actual exam questions helped me determine what I needed to study. While many of my peers simply reviewed the material covered in class, I decided to break away from that passive approach and take a more proactive stance toward my studies.
After identifying the question types and the test-makers’ intentions, I shifted my study strategy to creating my own questions. Rather than simply churning out meaningless questions that merely followed a format based on what I had learned, I focused on crafting questions that could actually appear on the exam by structuring passages and answer choices similar to those found in past exams. Through this process, I was able to gain a deeper understanding of the test creators’ intentions.
In particular, I made active use of the past exam test page provided by EBS. This service allowed me to create my own questions and adjust the difficulty level, which was a great help in putting together a test booklet similar to the actual exam environment. I conducted multiple tests by mixing past exam questions with mock exam questions, and through about ten tests, I was able to identify recurring patterns in question types.
After creating questions, I had my friends solve them, and if any errors were found, I revised the answer choices and the question to refine the item. By consistently studying from the perspective of a test developer, my ability to grasp the examiner’s intent improved rapidly, and my comprehension speed noticeably increased when encountering actual exam questions. The process of creating and validating questions on my own helped me move beyond passive memorization and cultivate the habit of active thinking.

Major School Activities and Reflections

During high school, I primarily served as a leader in the online store management club and, as the planning director, was responsible for planning items to sell. Believing that quality is more important than quantity when it comes to good ideas, I collected various ideas and focused on selecting items that could be turned into a viable business.
Our team held frequent meetings and brainstormed ideas whenever we had free time to identify viable products. As a result, I proposed products in the men’s fashion sector. Based on the observation that men are also interested in cultivating their appearance and individuality, we decided on men’s fashion as our final business concept. This decision resonated with the team members and was confirmed as our business direction.
Our main product was a line of naturally dyed T-shirts. We researched natural dyeing techniques, manufactured the dye solutions, and personally handled the entire process—from dyeing the T-shirts to packaging the finished products. Although it seemed like it would require a lot of time and effort at first since we were unfamiliar with the process, we adapted quickly. After mastering the basic dyeing techniques, we expanded our capabilities to include text and image printing.
Since we handled the entire production process ourselves, we were able to operate without incurring separate labor costs or relying on factories. Our club room naturally took on the atmosphere of a small factory; it was busy but filled with passion. We sold our products through an online bulletin board, and we received so many custom orders and inquiries that we even needed a dedicated person to manage the board.
We received orders for class T-shirts and club T-shirts from both inside and outside the school, and over the two years we operated, we generated approximately 10 million won in sales. Featured in local and youth newspapers, the club gained even more fame and our membership grew. Through this experience, I confirmed my potential as a “high school CEO” and gained interest and confidence in running an online store and the men’s fashion business.

Examples of Consideration, Sharing, and Cooperation, and My Reflections

As the business succeeded, the issue of profit distribution naturally arose. At first, we discussed various opinions on how to divide the profits—whether to reinvest them in business expenses or use them to revitalize the club. Through meetings, we reviewed several proposals and tried to maintain an atmosphere where everyone could honestly express their views.
When the club president suggested donating the entire amount to a fund for the underprivileged at the end of the discussion, some members were initially taken aback.

Considering the time, effort, and material costs we had invested, the idea of donating wasn’t easy to accept at first. However, we eventually came to believe that returning the profits—which we had earned with the help of the local community—back to the community would be more meaningful.
Ultimately, we decided to donate to the Red Cross Society and also delivered the T-shirts we had produced, asking them to distribute them to those in need of clothing. The organization sent us a letter of appreciation, commending our decision, and we passed on our experience to the next generation of members to ensure the club continues to do good work.
Through this process, I learned the importance of consultation and consensus, and I felt a sense of fulfillment from making choices that prioritize the community’s interests over personal gain. I also derived great satisfaction from setting an example for younger members and helping to foster a positive club culture.

Efforts and Preparation Related to Motivation for Application and Career Plans

My goal of enrolling in the Department of Business Administration at Sejong University stems from my dream of operating an online store and launching my own fashion brand to run a business as a manager. I am particularly interested in the men’s fashion sector and aim to create and sell a brand in this field.
I have a stronger desire to manage an organization as a business executive rather than as a designer. At university, I plan to systematically acquire business knowledge and develop practical skills in organizational management, human resources management, and methods for identifying and collaborating with external vendors. I intend to continue studying business-related subjects throughout my undergraduate studies to hone my practical skills, and after graduation, I plan to focus on managing an online store and operating a brand.