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Friday, December 11, 2009

Fujitsu Scholarship for Advanced Management Studies at JAIMS

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 March 2008 and March 2010. 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.

To find out more information about these placement exams, click on the appropriate link below:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
http://www.ets.org/toefl/
Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC)
http://www.ets.org/toeic/
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
http://www.ielts.org/

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.
*Complete and submit all documents listed on the Application Checklist.
*Deadline for submission: March 19, 2010
*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.

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Porsche Training and Recruitment Center Asia Scholars: Future Porsche ‘mechatronics’

Marlon Atanoso was already 20 years old when he started high school in Iloilo. After graduation, he worked as a fisherman. A cousin in Manila mentioned a scholarship for a vocational course in Don Bosco Technical Institute in Makati. He passed the extrance exam. Four months into the course, he qualified as a scholar of the Porsche Training and Recruitment Center Asia (PTRCA).

Agapito Basnig, Jr. was also a fisherman in Quezon Province when a fellow choir member informed him of the vocational training in Don Bosco. Believing that only education can save him from poverty, he traveled to Manila and enrolled in a mechanical training course. After three months, he also became one of the Porsche scholars. He knew nothing about cars before that.

For two years, Christopher Coo bummed around after graduating high school in Laguna. Financial problems prevented him from enrolling in college. An aunt encouraged him to get a vocational course in Don Bosco. There, he was chosen as a PTRCA scholar.
Early this week, those young men were among the 16 graduates of the Porsche Training & Recruitment Center Asia in Mandaluyong. Chris delivered the graduate’s address to a group of high-profile guests who were impressed with his language. While in the scholarship program, the graduates were also taught to communicate in English.

The training center is a cooperative endeavor of the Don Bosco Training Institute and Porsche, represented in the Philippines by PGA Cars, sole importer of Porsche vehicles. In the graduation rites were PGA Cars chairman Robert Coyuito Jr.; Herwart Fleischer, Porsche Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. After Sales regional manager; and Fr. Edwin Ulanday, of Don Bosco Makati.

“This is not the end, but a beginning of our new lives which began when we became scholars of the Porsche Training and Recruitment Center Asia. Through this experience, I became a productive and independent person who now has a better chance to make something of myself,” Chris said.

The stories of the three young men are representative of the lives of many of the scholars who graduated that day as part of the third batch of “mechatronics,” or students who graduated from the Porsche Center.

The training facility, which began in April 2008, is the first of its kind outside of Germany. The program provides training and financial support to underprivileged but deserving Filipino youths to improve their skills and capabilities in the field of automobile repair.

Every year, Porsche aims to help 30 young men and women to receive specialized training in automotive mechanics. During its first year, Porsche produced 32 ‘mechatronics.’ The third batch is composed of 16 students.
The scholars will receive theory and practical work for 10 months in Don Bosco, and additional six months of specialized Porsche training at the Porsche Training and Recruitment Center Asia. All PTRCA scholars were taught by Porsche Asia Pacific technical training manager, Thorsten Hagel.

“We at Porsche discovered that our Filipino scholars are not only exceptionally skilled, but also very enthusiastic to learn. Everyone was willing to prove something to themselves and to their families, and we believe that they will go a long way. We hope that they will be able to use their Porsche training to their advantage,” said Hagel.
Aside from the course, the PTRCA scholars also received English and communication lessons to further prepare them for their future roles as technicians. The Porsche graduates are given the opportunity to be employed in Porsche Centers.

Basnig for example, is already waiting for his chance to fly to Qatar and work at the Porsche Center there.

“I never thought I will be able to get the chance to work abroad, but thanks to our training, not only do I get the chance to land a better job, I now have the skills and attitude to make it in another country,” he said.

More than the technical skills and the opportunity, most of the graduates are thankful for the chance of learning from PTRCA, the right attitude that will help them in life.
“We learned that everyone has the chance to a better life. We also discovered how important it is to continue learning, to never be afraid to ask questions, to put importance to teamwork, and to always be thankful of every opportunity that comes our way,” said Atanoso.

Source: Manila Bulletin

Raising 1 Billion Pesos for the One La Salle Scholarship Fund

In preparation for De La Salle’s centennial celebration in 2011, De La Salle community is raising 1 Billion Pesos for the One La Salle Scholarship Fund to heal address the problems facing Philippine education.

The One La Salle Foundation is a scholarship fund drive that aims to support 18,000 full-time scholars or one out of five students of the 17 La Salle schools in the country starting in 2011.

To help fund this campaign, La Salle Green Hills (LSGH) has launched a series of concerts entitled “SING-kwenta: The Concert Series.” The fund raising campaign asked alumni and the music-loving public to patronize the twice-monthly mini-concerts that showcased and upheld the musical legacy of LSGH. The “SING-kwenta” series featured LSGH alumni Ogie Alcasid, Randy Santiago, Rannie Raymundo, Dingdong Avanzado, Carlo Orosa, The Tux and Gary Valenciano who held a culminating two-day concert for the One La Salle in sold-out concert.

Other La Salle campuses are following suit through bazaars, marathons and other fund-raising activities.

Enroll Only at TECH-VOC-Accredited Schools

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) warns aspiring technical-vocational students to first check the names of the schools they will enroll in to verify if they have registered programs with TESDA or are genuinely TESDA-accredited.

TESDA, the government’s agency responsible in providing technical skills and training through its programs and services, extends its services to private institutions by giving them accreditation for certain courses offered.

There are many complaints that a number of private institutions have been claiming to be TESDA-accredited but are actually not. TESDA maintains a certain standard among its programs and its schools and accredited institutions.

Each TESDA-accredited institution undergoes a compulsory program registration in compliance with minimum requirements prescribed in training regulations. This is anchored on a competency-based system. The program registration is unified with program accreditation, a voluntary process of demonstrating quality assurance in programs offered.

For their common good, tech-voc schools should register and get proper accreditation from TESDA, and to help propagate quality skills training that will help in the development in the country.

Students may check via www.tesda.gov.ph the list of accredited schools.

Free Sign Language Classes

Sign language is not just for the hearing-impaired but also for family members to communicate effectively with their deaf relative. Believing that sign language is a complex tool of communication that employs signs made with the hands and other movements, including facial expressions and postures of the body and is one of several communication options available to deaf individuals, PNCC Foundation offers free sign language classes for hearing impaired individuals and their families.

Like any other language, fluency happens only after a long period of study and practice. Parents are often the source of child’s early acquisition of language. A deaf child born to deaf parents, who use sign language, will begin to acquire it naturally the way a hearing child picks up spoken language form hearing parents. However, language is acquired differently by a dead child with hearing parents who have no prior experience with sign language. It is highly recommended for parents to learn sign language together with their hearing-impaired child.

Interested parties can call (02) 638-7386, 372-4434 or 0917-8665314.

Free Seminar on Software Engineering for Teachers Conducted

The University of the Philippines IT Training Center (UP ITTC) and the European IT Service Center conducted three-day free seminar on Software Engineering from October 12 to 14, at the UP ITTC Vidal A. Tan Hall in UP Diliman, Quezon City.

The seminar introduced the practical problems on specifying, designing and building large, reliable software systems. Accepted applicants will work as a team on projects that are either case studies provided by the instructor, or real-worlds projects. The work will include project planning, requirement analysis, design, implementation, testing, and delivery. Additional topic on project management also included.

Prof. Sheila Magboo of the UP Manila Health Informatics and Computing Services conducted the seminar. Magboo graduated from UP Diliman with a degree in BS Mathematics and took her masters’ degree in Information Technology at the De La Salle University. She is also the associate editor of Acta Medica Philippines, the official publication of the UP Manila College of Medicine and the College of Public Health.

Thirty slots were filled with faculty members of public and state universities in the National Capital Region. Application forms were downloaded at http://ittc.up.edu.ph/downloads/seminar%application%20form.doc.

For inquiries of another seminar, please contact Ma. Luisa Manalaysay at (02) 920-2080.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Scholarship Program for Top Nursing Students That Will Help Promote Maternal and Child Care

Recognizing the need to improve maternal and child care in the country, Pampers continues to support the Mother and Child Association of the Philippines through the Pampers-MCNAP Aral Alaga program.

The MCNAP Aral Alaga program is a scholarship given to top nursing students, with the goal of equipping them with the advanced knowledge they need to provide excellent care for mothers and children.

The program gives students opportunities to explore maternal and child care on a deeper level. Not only does it provide a cash grant, the program also gives scholars the chance to attend MCNAP activities and seminars. This allows them to meet and interact with practicing nurses and receive the latest information in child care.

The scholarship also requires students to undertake a case study on maternal and child care which provide a good learning experience for them.

Sunday, November 15, 2009

1000 TESDA Blue Desks for Enrollment to Employment Program for Graduates

To expedite its “enrollment to employment” program for its graduates, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has set up about 1000 TESDA Blue Desks.

With TESDA completing its 800,000 technical-vocational Pangulong Gloria Scholarships output this year, it is as important to know where their graduates are going after. The Blue Desks are set up to be one of the metrics of performance of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) which is employment of graduates within six months to one year after graduation.

At present, there are about 1000 Blue Desks units installed in 17 regions located at TESDA Regional Coordinating Councils (RCCs), local government units through governors and mayors, I-CARE partners, tek-bok providers, employers, recruitment agencies, and other regional government offices.

The TESDA Blue Desks offer services such as labor market intelligence, career guidance, referral and placement, emergency employment, apprenticeship, and referral for business development.

Job seekers may register through a TESDA Gold Card given free of charge via online application. The Blue Desk assistants will help upload their resumes to the E-TESDA portal where it will be available for the thousands of local and international companies in JobsDB database seeking for employees.

This innovation in helping TESDA graduates get jobs gives them a big opportunity to be referred, job-matched and traced by these thousands of companies and even by TESDA, to monitor their career after graduating from TESDA schools.

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

New Maritime Cadet Training at MFI Foundation, Inc.

MFI Foundation, Inc. (formerly Meralco Foundation) strengthened its reputation as a training institution with a recent MFI’s partnership with Philippine Standard Shipmanagement, Inc. (PSSI) to provide technical training as part of PSSI’s cadet training program.

PSSI, in behalf of its principal Shinwa Marine Corporation, has tapped the MFI Technological Institute (MFI-TI) to conduct technical upgrading programs starting this month. The program has two-phases, with the first part covering basic subjects for both deck and engine cadets. The second phase will enhance the technical skills of engine cadets through training in electrical, electronics, instrumentation, and marine refrigeration.

PSSI will choose cadets among the fresh college graduates of Marine Engineering and Marine Transport programs. The first batch of cadets began their training at MFI-TI this month and the second batch will start in August.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Free Scholarship Course on Science Leadership Program

This is the last chance to apply for the IVI Science Leadership Program Love Green – Class of 209, hosted by the International Vaccine Institute, sponsored by LG Electronics.

The Free Scholarship Course on Science Leadership Program (SLP) is not only inspiring vision for future global leaders, but also instilling with a spirit of volunteerism through special lectures of role models.

Qualification and Benefit
• Multinational high school students aged 16-17 years before Science Leadership Course starts (August 19, 2009) or high school juniors who enter 12th grade in the fall of 2009.
• Fifty selected students will be given a chance to participate in Science Leadership Course which will be held on August, 2009 in South Korea.
• Scholarship (1,000,000 Korean Won = about 1,000 USD) will be given to the best awardees of the program.
• Certificate will be given after the lecture of global role models.

How to apply
Application form can be downloaded from the SLP website www.lgeivi.com, and must be submitted son via e-mail at lgeivi@ivi.int.

Program Introduction
1) Period: August 19-22, 2009
2) Venue: LG Center in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
3) Course fee: Scholarship supported by Science Leadership Program (no airfare support)
4) Contact: Science Leadership Program Bureau / Tel. No.: +82-2-881-1123, 1311.

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Offset Press and Prepress Operation Training for Pangulong Gloria Scholarships

Do you want to be a competent press operator or prepress operator? Are you interested to work in printing companies here or abroad? If yes, then here is a great opportunity.

Philippine Graphics & Printing Training Center Inc. is now accepting enrollees of the following courses:

1. Offset Press Operation – 180 Hours + On the Job Training (TESDA Reg. No. NTR 0913031085

2. Prepress Operation – 180 Hours + On the Job Training (TESDA Reg. No. NTR 0913031086

They are also offering special training courses on prepress and postpress for the deaf/mute (bingi/pipi)

Qualifications:
• Has aptitude or interested in machine operation or computer graphics
• With good moral character
• High school graduate and passed the NCAE. If no NCAE, you may get YP4SC Self assessment result. Just log in to www.tesda.gov.ph website
• Ages 15-55 years old

To enroll, please come to Philippine Graphics & Printing Training Center at Gate 2 TESDA Complex, East Service Road, Western Bicutan, Taguig City

For inquiries, call 385-4869 and look for Ms. Leah or Sherri or call/text to
0927-6373956

Monday, March 30, 2009

Full Scholarship for Secondary and Pre-University Studies in Singapore

The Singapore Ministry of Education is pleased to offer ASEAN Scholarships to outstanding students for studies in secondary schools and junior colleges in Singapore, leading to the General Certificate of Education “Advanced” Level (or equivalent) Examination. Students who score good grades in the GCE ‘A’ Level Examination may continue their undergraduate studies at the National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU) or Singapore Management University (SMU) on scholarships or bursaries that the universities administer.
Value of Award
Exemption from school and examination fees
Annual allowance of S$2,200 approximately P60,000
Accommodation (board and lodging)
One return air passage to and from Singapore
Others – including medical benefits, settling allowance, etc.

Who can apply?
Nationals of the Philippines born between 1993-1995
Have done consistently well in their school examinations and have completed at least their 2nd year of High School

How to apply?
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online at http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/scholarship/asean
Application period from March 15, 2009 (9 am) to May 8, 2009 (10 pm)

Application form can be obtained from:

Embassy of the Republic of Singapore
No. 505 Rizal Drive
Bonifacio Global City
1634 Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Note: There is no bond attached to the scholarship. And only short-listed applicants will be notified.

Thursday, March 19, 2009

DOST Offers Fund for More Researches

The Department of Science and Technology is urging scientist all over the Philippines to submit proposals for possible research funding as DOST grants-in-aid (GIA) has reached P1.42 billion this year.

DOST has funds for R & D projects but scientist and researchers would have to make good proposals that are in line with DOST priorities for possible funding.

DOST grants-in-aid jumped to P1.422 billion this year from P1.267 billion last year and P740 million in 2007. The department has funded research projects form P100,000 to as hhigh as P220 million, depending on the projects overall potential, especially on commercialization.

DOST priority areas are in biotechnology, health and pharmaceuticals, information and communications technology (ICT), food, environment and renewable energy.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

MFI Foundation Offers Pangulong Gloria Scholarships

MFI Foundation (formerly Meralco Foundation Inc.) has partnered with Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in offering skills scholarships. MFI Foundation is authorized by TESDA to give skills training funded by the Pangulong Gloria Scholarships.

Along with five industrial partners, MFI Foundation will deliver skills training programs in Gas Welding, GMAW, SMAW, Ref and Aircon Servicing, Computer Hardware Servicing, Computer Programming, Java, Microsoft.Net and Technical Drafting.

Included in the scholarship is a daily allowance of P60 and free uniform. Participants who successfully complete the program are also given a free competency assessment by TESDA.

MFI Foundation and its operating center, the MFI Technological Institute is located at Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City beside the Medical City Hospital. For more information, call 633-3623 or e-mail training@mfi.org.ph.

Sunday, February 8, 2009

Resources for People Looking Guides on Online Education

Acquiring education especially college education is no longer confined in the four corners of the classroom. A student can now study and earn his college or university degree without necessarily going to school everyday. Whether you are 100 miles away from the online college or online university you are enrolled in, or at the other side of the globe but with an Internet connection, you can receive and study your lessons, answers exams, interact with your teachers online and inevitably earn a coveted online bachelors degree.

Many individuals of today are now looking to study online bachelors degrees. And to those who are wondering how to acquire college degree online, studying online and other pertinent information regarding it, can go to E-Learners Resources.

This site is one of the leading resource sites on online education for students and would-be online students looking for guidance and advice. Here is what I’ve found:

1. The site has a compilation of 989 accredited online bachelors degrees from 99 colleges and universities in the United States.
2. It has a list of online graduate schools.
3. It has articles that give guidance on online education.
4. It has debt-free college guide that advices how to find ways to pay college fees.
5. It has blogs about online education where someone learn from real online students enrolled in online degrees what is life going back to school online.
6. It has distance learning discussion forums where students can give and get advice about online degree programs and online schools, ask questions, post their thoughts, air frustrations or share experience in studying online university and colleges.
7. And much, much more to make online study a success.

If you want to study online, visit this site. You will be glad you did.