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Fujitsu Scholarship for Advanced Management Studies at JAIMS

Fujitsu Scholarship for Advanced Management Studies at JAIMS

The deadline for submitting your completed application for the 25th
Fujitsu Scholarship is January 31, 2009

The Fujitsu Scholarship provides full financial assistance for
postgraduate education and cross-cultural management training in the
East-West Knowledge Leaders Program (EWKLP) to participants from the
Asia-Pacific region. Fujitsu Limited established the Fujitsu
Scholarship Program in 1985 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its
founding.

The EWKLP has a three-month curriculum, which synthesizes the best
practices of both the East and West. You will sharpen your global
management knowledge and skills, and build the confidence necessary
for success in global business situations.
EWKLP is run by JAIMS, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Fujitsu established JAIMS
as a nonprofit postgraduate institute in 1972. Many Fujitsu
Scholarship recipients are now working for corporate and
social-service organizations across the globe. As a EWKLP graduate,
you too will become a member of a vibrant global alumni network.

Qualifications

In addition to qualifying for the Fujitsu Scholarship, you must also
qualify for admission to JAIMS' EWKLP. For complete EWKLP information,
refer to the EWKLP Application Packet contained at the bottom of the
Application Checklist section. Fujitsu Scholarship qualifications
include the following:
A bachelor's degree or a degree equivalent to a four-year standard
baccalaureate degree in any discipline from a regionally or nationally
accredited institution.
Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
A minimum TOEFL score of 577/233/90 (paper/computer/Internet), TOEIC
score of 750, or IELTS overall band test result of 6.5 or higher from
tests taken between January 2007 and January 2009. Applicants who
received a bachelor's degree or an advanced degree with at least two
years of full-time coursework within the last five years from a
regionally accredited institution in the United States, Australia,
United Kingdom, or New Zealand; or from a university in Canada, Africa
or Singapore, where English is the language of instruction are exempt
from taking the TOEFL, TOEIC, or IELTS.
A minimum of three years of relevant full-time work experience (five
years preferred) at the time of application.
To qualify for the Fujitsu Scholarship, applicants must be a resident
of the state of Hawaii, U.S.A., or a citizen of one of the following
countries: Australia, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia,
Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore,
South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, or Vietnam.
Proceeds & Conditions

Benefits

The Fujitsu Scholarship benefits include tuition and fees for the
EWKLP program. Other benefits, which vary in amount each year, are
also included.
Tuition and Fees for the EWKLP
Stipend Toward Living Expenses *
*Applicants from the following countries/areas are not eligible to
receive the monthly stipend: Australia, Hawaii, Hong Kong, New
Zealand, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan.
Airfare:
Fujitsu Ltd. will provide a round-trip air ticket to cover
transportation from the participant's home country to Honolulu, and
back. The selection of the air carrier and travel agent, including
itinerary, is at the discretion of Fujitsu Ltd. In the event the
participant wishes to change and/or expand the route and/or the period
of stay, Fujitsu Ltd. reserves the right to withhold the original ticket.
Health Insurance:
Fujitsu Ltd. will provide medical insurance that covers a portion of
the participant's medical expenses during the program period. The
participant pays all medical expenses not covered by the medical
insurance. The selection of the medical insurance plan is at the
discretion of Fujitsu Ltd.
Housing Arrangements:
JAIMS will assist in locating appropriate housing in Honolulu for all
participants. Fujitsu Ltd. will provide and pay for participant
accommodations in Japan.
Visa Arrangements:
When applicable, participants will be assisted in obtaining the F-1
Student visa to enter the U.S. EWKLP participants will be assisted
with the appropriate visa to enter Japan, if necessary. The expense of
obtaining the visa is the financial responsibility of the participant.
Conditions

The Fujitsu Scholarship is offered with the expectation that the
following conditions will be met by the recipients.
Scholarship Report
Upon EWKLP completion, all participants must submit a formal report
that describes their learning experiences during the program.
Absence During the Fujitsu Scholarship Period
Should an emergency occur that requires travel to the participant's
home country, such travel shall be the participant's personal expense.
For the period of absence, the stipend will be prorated and subtracted
from the applicable amount(s) set forth in the stipend toward living
expenses.
All requests for absence should be submitted in writing to Fujitsu
Ltd. (through JAIMS while in Hawaii) in advance, and should be
addressed to the Fujitsu Scholarship Program in Japan.
Fujitsu Scholarship Termination
All selected scholars are required to participate in good faith, work
diligently, and complete the EWKLP during the program period. Selected
Fujitsu Scholars must understand and agree that any serious misconduct
in this regard shall warrant immediate termination of the Fujitsu
Scholarship without notice and at Fujitsu's sole discretion. The
following are some examples of misconduct that could result in such
termination:
Absence from or failure to complete the EWKLP without Fujitsu's or
JAIMS' permission.
Noncompliance with the regulations, policies, and other instructions
of Fujitsu and/or JAIMS.
Immoral, disorderly, indecent, or violent conduct.
Falsification of, or misstatement in any student or program
application or other records and/or at any interview.
Failure to maintain good academic standing; unsatisfactory work
performance.
If Fujitsu terminates the Fujitsu Scholarship for the participant
pursuant to the above, the participant shall return to his/her home
country immediately. The participant shall inform Fujitsu and/or JAIMS
in advance of the date of his/her return and the address and phone
number in his/her home country after return. The participant agrees
that, effective as of the termination date, Fujitsu shall have no
obligation to pay or provide anything under the Fujitsu Scholarship to
the participant. Nonetheless, Fujitsu may at its sole discretion
provide the participant with the appropriate air ticket for his/her
return.
The participant agrees that if his/her conduct which has resulted in
termination of the Fujitsu Scholarship pursuant to the above, in
Fujitsu's sole judgment, was made fraudulently, with malice or
conscious disregard or otherwise in bad faith, the participant shall,
upon Fujitsu's request, immediately refund all the benefits and awards
paid by Fujitsu and/or JAIMS hereunder to, or on behalf of him/her, to
the date of the termination.

Application & Selection Process

To apply for the Fujitsu Scholarship, follow the steps listed below:
Application Process
Download the Fujitsu Scholarship Application Packet from the bottom of
the Application Checklist.
If you are unable to do so, please request the application packets
through your local Fujitsu Limited affiliated office. You can find
your local affiliate from this list here.
Complete and submit all documents listed on the Application Checklist.
Deadline for submission: January 31, 2009
Applicants who fail to submit all documents by the due date cannot be
considered.
Submitted application documents will not be returned to applicants.
Submit all application materials to:
Fujitsu Hawaii Representative Office
c/o JAIMS
6660 Hawaii Kai Drive
Honolulu, HI 96825
U.S.A.
Selection Process
Initial Screening
Initial screening is based on the strength of the application, which
includes meeting the admission qualifications.
Interview
Applicants who pass the initial screening will be contacted for an
interview at a designated date in April or May 2009. Applicants should
be residing in their respective countries of citizenship (or in Hawaii
for Hawaii residents) at the time of their interview.
Selection of recipients

Final selection will be determined by Fujitsu Limited.
Selection is based on English proficiency (for non-native speakers of
English), work experience, motivation, goals as expressed in the essay
and interview, academic performance, and test scores. A key factor is
the individual's commitment to contributing to the mutual
understanding and cooperation between countries and to the development
of his/her home country. However, no single attribute outweighs others
in the selection process, and strengths in one area may be used to
offset weaknesses in another.

Local Contact Information

For questions about the Fujitsu Schollarship Program, please contact
your local Fujitsu Limited affiliated office. Find your local
affiliated office from the pull-down menu below.
Indonesia
Mr. Raditya Padmawangsa and Ms. Erni Rahmawati
PT Fujitsu Indonesia
Tel: +62-21-570-9330
Fax: +62-21-573-5150
E-mail:scholarship@id.fujitsu.com

Address:

Wisma Kyoei Prince 10th Floor
Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 3-4 , Jakarta
Indonesia
10220

The way to AMINEF in Gedung Balai Pustaka

American Indonesian Exchange Foundation
Balai Pustaka Building, 6th. Floor
Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No. 4
Jakarta 10720, Indonesia

1. The buses which goes to Senen Bus Station all of them pass through Gedung Balai Pustaka. Especially which route is through Pasar Baru .

2. Bus Transjakarta, from Blok M you have to change the bus 2-3 times.
Way 1 : from Blok M change the bus in Dukuh Atas bus stop to the bus towards Pulogadung, then take a bus in Pramuka bus stop towards Ancol, this bus pass through Gedung Balai Pustaka. The closest bus stop (Budi Utomo) is about 800 meters from Gedung Balai .
Way 2 : From Blok M take the bus in the Harmoni Bus Stop, the bus towards Pulogadung, get down in Senen Bus Stop and walk about 800 meters, or from this bus stop take the bus towards Ancol and get down as mentioned in way 1. About the distance, this two bus stops is about the same. (It is better if you take ojek or bajaj from this bus stop to Gedung Balai Pustaka)

3. If you take taxi with old tariff (TL=Tarif Lama) from blok M with no traffic jam is about Rp. 30.000,00.

4. From Blok M use bus Patas AC 76. Gedung Balai Pustaka is in the right side, after you pass through Depag, and say to conductor "Balai Pustaka"

5. Use a busway from Blok M towards Kota, get down in Sawah Besar bus stop. From here take a Mikrolet M12 towards Senen. After cross road Wahidin and before senen get down and cross the street.

Living Cost in Germany

Living Cost in Germany is vary from city to city, but this is th case if you stay in Aachen, Germany
Student accommodation or private sharing : 180 - 230 euros per month
Food : 10 - 12 euros per day (if eating outside)
Transport for students : free within Aachen and until Koln and Dusseldorf in regional trains)

Living Cost In Austria

Living Cost in Austria is depending on the city, for example the Capital of Austria, Vienna:
- Dormitory is about 250-400 euro per month.
- Living Cost 200-400 euro per month.
- Transportation 128 euro per 4 months (student and age < 26), or 49 euro per month (ordinary)

For visa, it has to be a letter from the University/Scholl in Austria. It takes about 2-3 months.

Where to do GMAT Test

GMAT Tests are held in Jakarta, Indonesia :
1. EEC Slipi +62-21 5320044 or +62-215323176
2. Kaplan GMAT Preparation +62-81388908450, +62-21 5211588, +62-215211701 (Information abaout this test can be asked in that number)
3. Or this number +62-213159225

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