Directions：For this part, you are allowed 30 minutesto write an essay commenting on the saying “In today’s world, where college population grows rapidly, a Master’sdegree become essential if I wish to compete for a rewarding job.” You can give oneexample or two to illustrate your point of view. You should write at least 150words but no more than 200 words.

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　　There are many reasons for my decision to read for postgraduate programs. I decided to stay on the academic assembly line owing to the value of the second degree. It ensures me a secure future in a society in which college graduates in mounting numbers failed to be employed.First, there is a recognition that an candidate with a master’s degree will have an competitive advantage over those with only a bachelor’s degree. Five years ago when collegepopulation accounted for only 30 percent of the people of the same age, it was easy for a college graduate to get a good job in any field. But now things are quite different. Second, the higher education you have, the higher salary you willreceive. Just look at some big companies which compete each other to recruit skilledpersonnel.Briefly speaking, more knowledge means moreopportunities. More years ofacademic studies will help equip you with more knowledge and skills.Then if conditions change, you can slip with comparative ease from one fieldinto another, avoiding the pain of waking up to find yourself out of a job.