GBF China Scholarship Program

Do you want to study abroad in China? The Gokongwei Brothers Foundation opens its doors to applicants interested in the GBF China Scholarship Program.

This leadership development program is intended for young Filipino leaders--outstanding college graduates and promising professionals--who recognize the growing importance of China, and are willing to spend ten months of study as scholars.

Application period is from February 23, 2009 to March 23, 2009.

For more information, please contact:

The GBF (China) Scholarship Program, JG Summit Holdings, Inc.
41/F Corporate Human Resources Office, Robinsons Equitable Tower
ADB corner Poveda Avenues, Ortigas, Pasig City, Philippines
Telephone Number: 63 633 7631 Loc. 246 & 283
Fax: + 63 2 395 2270

Or visit http://gbfchinascholars.jgsummit.com.ph

You'll be able to download the Written Interview Form (2009) as well as the Application Form.

"The all expenses paid scholarship hopes to encourage future Filipino leaders to better understand the 'economic miracle' of China and eventually help the Philippines benefit from this phenomenon. It is tragic that much of the Philippine society only looks up to the West traditionally for trade, aid, cultural exchanges and ideas, instead of the ancient civilization and the fast-growing economy of China."

- Mr. John L. Gokongwei, Jr.

This program will offer selected scholars an all-expense paid scholarship that includes monthly living allowance, medical insurance, travel expenses, as well as tuition for studies in learning Mandarin language, Chinese culture (e.g. selected topics on government, history, etc) and other development-related fields (e.g. economics, political science, etc). Scholars will be enrolled at our partner academic institutions in the Philippines and the People's Republic of China (PRC).

The scholarship duration is for ten months starting July 2009. The first five months to be spent in a partner academic institution in Manila, Philippines and the remaining five months to be spent in a partner academic institution in China.

Requirements/Qualifications for the GBF China Scholarship Program:

1. Filipino citizen.
   
2. A bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Social Sciences, Business, Management, Humanities,
   Education or similar fields with superior academic record.
   
3. At least one (1) year of full-time professional working experience
   
4. Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
   
5. Not more than 30 years old at the time of application.
   
6. In good health.
   
7. Should be able to present and provide clear post- return plans that will benefit home country.
   
8. Should agree to return to his/her home country after completion of studies under the Program.
   

So if you're qualified and you wish to travel to China, study, have fun, and develop yourself alongside other professionals, then apply for the GBF CSP 2009 scholarship program and study abroad today!

[ First posted on 02/27/2009 by Manuel Viloria ]