Deadline November 30, 2011
Fujitsu Limited established the Fujitsu Scholarship Program in 1985 to commemorate the
50th anniversary of its founding. The aim was to provide the opportunity
for people from the Asia-Pacific region to contribute to the region
through studying different values, cultures, and global business. This
has been a Fujitsu’s key initiative for deepening the relationships
between the countries and citizens of the Asia-Pacific region. This
scholarship has since enabled 420 professionals from 18 countries to
study cross-cultural management at JAIMS, the Japan-America Institute of Management Science, in Hawaii, U.S.A.
The Fujitsu Scholarship provides full financial
assistance for postgraduate education and cross-cultural management
training in the East-West Knowledge Leaders Program. It has a three-month curriculum ,
which synthesizes the best practices of both the East and West. The
participants will sharpen their global management knowledge and skills,
and build the confidence necessary for success in global business
situations. Selected Fujitsu Scholar will attend the East-West Knowledge Leaders Program.beginning in April 2012, followed by a week-long Japan Portion.
Qualifications
To apply for the Fujitsu Scholarship, you must meet the qualifications for both Fujitsu Scholarship and EWKLP as follows.
1. Education
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
2. G.P.A.
Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
3. Experience
A minimum of three years of relevant full-time work experience (five years preferred) at the time of application
4. Language
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 December 2009 and
November 2011.
The following applicants are exempt from submitting an English proficiency test score:
- Applicants whose native language is English and who are from either the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Canada, or Singapore.
- Applicants who hold a bachelor’s or advanced degree within the last five years from an accredited or recognized college or university in the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Canada, or Singapore.
5. Country
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
Scholarship benefits
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.
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Check Eligibility
Check your qualifications for Fujitsu Scholarship.2. Fill Out Application Forms
If you are unable to download, contact Fujitsu's local affiliated office.
3. Prepare Application Documents
Prepare application documents.- Fujitsu Scholarship Application Form
(including the essay and work experience information on separate sheets of paper) - Two Recommendation Forms
- EWKLP Application Form
- Copy of TOEFL, TOEIC, or IELTS score report
Valid test dates are between December 2009 and November 2011. - Original Official Academic Transcripts
Official academic transcripts must be sent directly from all academic institutions attended to the Fujitsu Hawaii Representative Office.
4. Submit Application Documents
Submit all application materials to:
Fujitsu Hawaii Representative Office
c/o JAIMS
6660 Hawaii Kai Drive
Honolulu, HI 96825
U.S.A.
c/o JAIMS
6660 Hawaii Kai Drive
Honolulu, HI 96825
U.S.A.
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