Beasiswa S2 Bisnis: MBA Scholarships at University of Nicosia

MBA Scholarships provided by the Republic of Cyprus for the academic year 2009-2010

The Republic of Cyprus is offering five (5) full scholarships of 12-months duration to study for the attainment of the University of Nicosia Master in Business Administration Programme for the academic year 2009-2010. Eligible candidates are citizens of Bangladesh, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.

Application Procedure
In order to submit an application for scholarship, the applicant must attain an official
endorsement by his/her country`s Ministry of Foreign Affairs by completing the Endorsement Form, which must be submitted along with the application form (detailed instructions on the endorsement procedure are included in the endorsement form). The applicants must then submit their applications along with the endorsement form at a Competent Consular Authority of the Republic of Cyprus of their choice.

The deadline for the submission of applications is June 30, 2009.



In order to expedite the process, it is strongly recommended that the applicant forwards a copy of the stamped and endorsed application to the University of Nicosia, as soon as he/she attains the stamp and endorsement by the official government authority (as instructed above). It is noted that ONLY stamped and endorsed applications by the applicant`s Ministry of Foreign Affairs will be considered for a scholarship award.

Application (MBA Application Form,MBA Recommendation Form) endorsement forms, as well as information material (Terms & Conditions of the Scholarship,MBA Handbook) on the programme can be found here:
http://www.unic.ac.cy/nqcontent.cfm?a_name=newsholder&ar_id=112&newsType=external

For further information or queries please contact:
Ms. Julie Boyadjian,
MBA Student Advisor at the University of Nicosia,
at: mba@unic.ac.cy or
+357-22841671

Important notes concerning the award of scholarships:
1. Candidates who have received a scholarship of either short or long duration by the Republic of Cyprus within the last two (2) years are NOT eligible to apply for these scholarships.
2. Eligible candidates must be permanent residents of their country of citizenship.
3. All scholarships are offered officially by the Government of the Republic of Cyprus to other Governments on a bilateral basis as official technical assistance and not to individuals. Therefore, it is expected that with the end of the scholarship, the scholarship recipients will return to their country of citizenship so that the recipie country is benefited to the highest possible degree by the transfer of know-how and not just the individual receiving the scholarship.
4. For the scholarship to be awarded it is necessary for the candidate to accept the Terms and Conditions of the scholarship.

Beasiswa S2: Scholarships for International Students at School of Arts

Scholarships for International Students

Swansea University’s School of Arts has 11 Scholarships for International (non-EU) Students

For the session 2009-10, Swansea University’s School of Arts has 11 Scholarships for International (non-EU) Students, each worth £1000, to be awarded to applicants intending to pursue Masters’ work on designated schemes within the School.
The selected schemes all have proven records of recruitment among international students. They are:

* MA in Creative and Media Writing 3 scholarships
* MA in Translation with Language Technology 3 scholarships
* MA in TEFL 3 scholarships
* MA in Gender and Culture 1 scholarship
* MA in Comparative Journalism 1 scholarship

Please download application form Scholarships for International Students [PDF - 44Kb]

For further information, please contact the Swansea University’s School of Arts

Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP
Wales UK

Main Switchboard

Tel. +44 (0) 1792 205678
Fax. +44 (0) 1792 295157
Minicom +44 (0)1792 513100

Public Relations office:

Tel. +44 (0) 1792 205678
Fax. +44 (0) 1792 295157
website: http://www.swan.ac.uk/

Beasiswa: Scholarships for Women in Australia 2009

AFUW QLD, the Queensland association of the Australian Federation of University Women, has been providing fellowships and scholarships for postgraduate
research or study since 1972. AFUWQ is part of the International Federation of University Women.

A branch of AFUWQ, the Fellowship Fund Branch, Inc (FFI), was incorporated in 1983 to perform the management and administration of Fellowships.
FFI owns and manages the Academic Dress Hire Service (ADHS). It is a charitable organization and profits from its operations together with investment funds, provide Fellowships to women postgraduate students.

Scholarships for Women in Australia 2009

Our Fellowships have been awarded to women graduates from more than ten countries, and have supported studies in a wide range of disciplines, for example: marine biology, architecture, law, literature, radiography, mathematics, social work, archaeology, economics, molecular biology, management, music, information technology and performing arts.

Our aim is to assist women with tertiary qualifications to increase their knowledge and broaden their experience through studying or working in a different environment.

Graduates, on their Graduation day, are encouraged to contribute to the work of FFI by donating their refund cheque back to the organization for the provision of Fellowships.

Scholarships for Women in Australia 2009

Guidelines for Applicants

Applications for study in 2010 are due June 30th, 2009

Warning:
It is the responsibility of each applicant to read these Guidelines completely and carefully. Each application must be received by the due date, using the specified forms, and must be complete in every respect (refer ‘Applications’ Items 1-6 checklist on website). An incomplete or late application may jeopardise your prospects of being awarded a Fellowship, regardless of the quality of your submission. Applications must be received in hard copy. Facsimiled or emailed applications will not be considered.

The Fellowships

The Fellowship Fund Branch of AFUWQ Inc (FFI) awards two types of fellowship. These are:

* The Freda Bage Fellowship (three years), and
* The Commemorative Fellowships (one year).

The details of each are explained below. The Fellowships are named after women who have made outstanding contributions as scholars and leaders in tertiary institutions in Queensland.
Applicants may apply for both types of Fellowship in the one year (see the Application Form).

The Freda Bage Fellowship

* only available for PhD studies;
* studies must commence by September of the year following receipt of the award;
* maximum period of the Fellowship is three years;
* the annual stipend is paid in two parts, usually in January and July;
* the first payment is made following finalisation of Fellowship documentation and FFI’s satisfaction that the program of study has been accepted by the nominated institution;
* subsequent stipend payments are subject to satisfactory progress of the research work, as indicated by receipt of progress reports from the Fellowship recipient signed by the supervisor of the research work at the end of years one and two;
* a final typewritten report is required at completion of the Fellowship, and should include information about any publications arising from the funded study.

The Commemorative Fellowships

Molly Budtz-Olsen, Dorothy Davidson, Freda Freeman, Audrey Harrisson, Audrey Jorss, Mary McSweeney, Margaret Mittelheuser, Betty Patterson, Rosemary Venton, Barbara Williams and University of Queensland.

* may be used for formal postgraduate study consistent with the aims of FFI;
* maximum period of the Fellowship is one year commencing by September 2009;
* successful applicants may reapply for a Fellowship in subsequent years;
* the stipend is paid in two parts, usually in January and July
o one half following finalisation of Fellowship documentation and FFI’s satisfaction that the program of study has been accepted by the nominated institution, and
o subject to the conditions below, one half after six months of tenure;
* second stipend payment is subject to satisfactory progress as indicated by a progress report from the Fellowship recipient after six months of tenure;
* a final typewritten report is required at completion of the Fellowship, and should include information about any publications arising from the funded study.

Eligibility
Scholarships for Women in Australia 2009

Fellowships are open to women scholars who:

* are graduates of a recognized tertiary institution from any country and are intending to take up or continue postgraduate studies at a recognized tertiary institution in Queensland, Australia, or
* have graduated at a recognized tertiary institution in Queensland, and are intending to take up or continue postgraduate studies at a recognized tertiary institution elsewhere.

Value

The annual value of the Fellowships is linked to the value of Australian Postgraduate Awards (APAs) plus 10%. As an indication, an APA in 2008 was worth $22,020 per year.

Number of Fellowships

FFI may vary the number of Fellowships awarded from year to year for any reason. As a guide only, the annual number of awards made in recent years has been in the order of 5 - 6 Fellowships. FFI reserves the right not to award Fellowships in any year.

Selection Criteria

FFI awards its Fellowships using a holistic review and selection process. Applications from all academic disciplines are welcome. FFI’s decisions are final and no correspondence will be entered into in respect of any aspect of the applications and awards process. Applicants who miss out in any given year are welcome to reapply in subsequent years; however, as a matter of policy, FFI does not offer opinions or advice on the quality or future prospects of unsuccessful applications.

The Process

1. You submit your application so that FFI receives it by the closing date.
2. All received applications are acknowledged in writing.
3. Applicants who pass the stage 1 competitive review process are asked to participate in an interview. This is either face to face at The University of Queensland, or by telephone for regional and overseas applicants. Interviews take approximately 20 minutes. Interviews typically take place in September / October. Interviews provide an opportunity for applicants to concisely articulate the key aspects and benefits of their research proposals.
4. FFI endeavours to make offers to Fellowships no later than November.
5. FFI’s policy is to advise unsuccessful candidates at the earliest practical time.

To help us, and to help your application

1. Be on time: Make sure we receive your application by the due date.
2. Be complete: Check you have supplied ‘Application’ Items 1 - 6 as per the website. Remember: An incomplete application may jeopardize your prospects.
3. Use the right forms: Use the application form and the referee forms on the website.
4. Post your application: We do not accept emailed or facsimiled applications.
5. Give your referees time: Don’t leave your referee reports to the last minute.
6. ‘Long term’ contact: We need to stay in contact with you. If you are likely to change address, institution, or country during your application, then on your Application Form provide us with personal email and postal details where we will find you even if you are moving around.
7. We will contact you: Please be patient during the review process. While you will be keen to know the status of your application, your ringing or emailing won’t speed up the process. It is best to wait until we contact you.
8. Change in circumstances: If for any reason your circumstances change (for example, you change your course of study, receive another scholarship, or enter full-time employment) you must contact the Registrar in writing immediately in order that your eligibility for a fellowship may be re-assessed. Note: Receipt of another scholarship or full-time employment disqualifies one from receiving an FFI fellowship.

Applications for study in 2010 are due 30th June, 2009

All applications should be signed and dated.
All applications should be typed or neatly handwritten on the application form.
Two sets are required of all the following material.

For further information or clarification of
application details, contact the Academic Dress Hire Service
Ph: (07) 3371 1758
International Ph: +61-7-3371 1758

or email: applications@afuwqfellowships.com

30 Scholarships in Accounting, Finance, Informatics, Linguistics

Up to 30 Scholarships for 2008 and 2009 at A$50,000 per annum tax free
Exciting research with opportunities for international travel

We are seeking graduates with qualifications in one, or more of:
1. Finance
2. Econometrics
3. Information Technology / Data mining
4. Computational Linguistics
5. Accounting
Completed application forms should be sent to:
Capital Markets CRC Limited
Scholarship Selection Committee
GPO Box 970, Sydney, NSW 2001

Enquiries can be directed to:
Dr Will Renner,
Senior Education Manager, CMCRC
Fax: +61 (0) 2 8088 4201
Email: scholarships@cmcrc.com

The Capital Markets Cooperative Research Centre (CMCRC) has been a very successful research centre that has won prizes for its research and has already spun-off several businesses. The research work of the existing CMCRC is described below. Funding has recently been obtained for a much larger CRC that will operate internationally. The CMCRC`s research is supported by government, industry partners, security exchanges, and regulators in Australia, the UK, Singapore, Hong Kong, Scandinavia, and North America. Students are based both in Australia and overseas and have some opportunity to travel.

The CMCRC provides an exciting, high calibre, and well resourced research environment for work in capital markets. The research objective is to create better capital markets locally, regionally, and globally. CMCRC research is about providing a better understanding of financial markets (their operation and their price behaviour) and research which facilitates the provision of advances in technology to capital markets. In the CMCRC there is a particular focus on the enhancement of market integrity and security. CMCRC research is also about realising commercial benefits from innovation, and the CMCRC provides direct participation in commercial results for PhD Students.

Programmes currently operate under the following research themes:
1. market design and market behaviour
2. surveillance and compliance
3. data mining
4. language technology
5. the analysis of accounting and audit data relevant to security markets.

Interdisciplinary research is encouraged. Applications are invited for full-time scholarships to support PhD studies. We seek highly motivated and enthusiastic scholars from the disciplines above, who wish to work in the area of financial markets.

Eligibility
Successful candidates will have a 1st class honours degree in one of the disciplines above, or a Masters degree with a major research component, an exceptional academic record, strong written and verbal communications skills, and an ability to work in a team environment. The successful applicants will work closely with one or more industry partners, and consequently will need to be flexible with regard to their research topic. Students will be enrolled at The University of New South Wales, The University of Technology Sydney, The University of Wollongong, The University of Sydney, Macquarie University, or an overseas university associated with the CMCRC, such as the University of Reading. Students generally apply to the CMCRC before they apply to the university, but applications may proceed simultaneously. We encouage applicants to establish contact with potential supervisors at our partner universities in conjunction with their application.

Award Tenure
Subject to satisfactory performance, scholarships are tenable for up to three years commencing in 2009 and 2010. Scholarships of up to $50,000 pa will be offered. The scholarship is tax free. Australian residents in our program obtain RTS places, which means that they do not pay tuition fees or HECS..

Application Closing Dates
Applications are considered for selection several times per year. Please submit your completed application before one of the following closing dates. Shortlisted applicants are interviewed prior to placement. The selection and placement process normally takes about 8 weeks.
Application Closing Date
15 June, 2009
15 November, 2009

Additional information for international students
.
International students are eligible to apply for scholarships. It is particularly important for international students to demonstrate the quality of their qualification, their capacity for research and their ability in written and spoken English. Short-listed applicants will be interviewed. Note: the CMCRC does not pay university tuition fees for international students. International students can usually apply to their university or faculty for a fee scholarship, or fee waiver. CMCRC students are usually successful in such applications, but this is a matter for the student and the university, not the CMCRC.

website: cmcrc.com

Beasiswa Australia: The Endeavour Awards 2009

The Endeavour Awards is the Australian Government’s internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship program enabling citizens of the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Europe and the Americas to undertake study, research or professional development in Australia. Awards are also available for Australians to do the same abroad.

The Endeavour Awards aim to:

* Develop on-going education, research and professional linkages between individuals, organisations and countries
* Provide opportunities for high achieving individuals to increase their skills and enhance their global awareness
* Contribute to Australia’s position as a high quality education and training provider, and leader in research and innovation
* Increase the productivity of Australians through an international study, research or professional development experience.



Once you have determined your eligibility and read the Applicant Guidelines on the Endeavour Awards website, simply follow the links to the online application. This will guide you through the process, providing help at every step.


Endeavour Executive Awards
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Endeavour Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Awards
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Endeavour Research Fellowships for Indigenous Australians
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Endeavour VET Awards
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Beasiswa S2: MSc Public Health Scholarships

MSc Public Health Scholarships
Centre for Public Health Research, University of Salford

The Centre for Public Health Research at the University of Salford will provide two scholarship awards to well-qualified applicants to the MSc Public Health programme for the September 2009 entry. These scholarships cover tuition fees for either home (UK/EU) students or international students for the whole duration of the programme. Travel and living costs are not covered in this scholarships.
This Masters course
provides core skills and knowledge in the field of Public Health and put an emphasis to social determinants of health. The programme is relevant to both UK and international students who wish to develop the skills and knowledge to take a lead role in areas such as prevention, promotion, protection and international health.

What will I learn?

The MSc Public Health can be taken part-time over three years or full-time over one.
For the part-time pathway, taught modules are arranged in a way that you attend sessions one day a week (Tuesday for the first year, Thursday for the second).

The full Masters consists of a number of 30 and 15 credit modules and a dissertation (60 credits).

To apply, please make a note on the personal statement section of your application form that you would like to be considered for the award. To be considered, applications should be received by the end of June 2009.

Visit the official website

For further information, please contact:
Dono Widiatmoko
Programme Leader, MSc Public Health
University of Salford
Salford M6 6PU
United Kingdom
d.widiatmoko@salford.ac.uk

School of Community Health Sciences & Social Care, Faculty of Health & Social Care, University of Salford, Salford, Greater Manchester M6 6PU, UK. T +44 (0)845 234 0184 | F +44 (0) 161 295 2963

Beasiswa S2 S3: Mexican Government scholarships for foreigners 2010

Call for Mexican Government scholarships for foreigners 2010

This Call for scholarships and grants shall be open from April 22 through August 31, 2009, and online registration of candidatures shall be done from July 15 to August 15, 2009, with the exception of the following Programs: “Genaro Estrada” Program for Specialists on Mexico; High-Level Lecture Program; Special Internship Program; Studies on Mexican Independence and the Mexican Revolution; Program of Visits for News Media Collaborators; the Mexican Program to Improve the Quality of Mexico’s Higher Education Institutions; and the “Daniel Cosío Villegas” Programs of El Colegio de México. The foregoing shall remain open until October 30, 2010. Online registration for these programs is not required.
The general conditions of the scholarships offered by the Foreign Ministry through
its General Directorate for Academic and Cultural Cooperation are contained in the
Rules Applicable to Foreign Grantees of Ministry of Foreign Affairs Scholarships,
the text of which can be found at the end of this Call.

Scholarships or grants are not open to persons residing in Mexico nor are they
available to foreign diplomats accredited in Mexico or members of their families.
Persons who have acquired dual nationality through naturalization will not qualify
as eligible candidates.

Scholarship Characteristics
Scholarships are awarded for specialization studies, master’s degrees, doctorates,
and medical specialties, postgraduate
research and postdoctoral visits, visits for
artistic creation and for visiting professors and experts, high-level lecture visits,
professional internship programs for visiting professors and postgraduate mobility.
Scholarships are not granted for preparatory courses, distance studies (virtual
mobility), supported open learning, or for Direct Doctorates (Master’s and
Doctorate integrated programs).

For more details information:
http://portal2.sre.gob.mx/becas/images/convocatoriaingpdf/convocainglesc.pdf