Sunday, December 29, 2019

[Double MBA Program] Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) at NTU and WASEDA University, Singapore-Japan (Fully Funded)

The Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB’s developing member countries to undertake postgraduate studies in development-related fields. Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.

This premier full scholarship is open to nationals of ADB developing member countries (borrowing members) and is available only for the Nanyang-Waseda Double MBA Programme.

Benefit:

The ADB–JSP provides

full tuition fees
a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
an allowance for books and instructional materials
medical insurance
travel expenses

Requirement:

A national of an ADB borrowing member and Japanese ODA scholarship eligible country listed here.
Gained admission to an approved MA course at an academic institution .
A bachelor's degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience (acquired after a university degree) at the time of application. Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
Not more than 35 years old at the time of application. In exceptional cases, for programs which are appropriate for senior officials and managers, the age limit is 45 years old.
In good health.
Should agree to return to his/her home country after completion of studies under the Program.
Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and close relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.
Staff of ADB–JSP designated institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for scholarships.
ADB–JSP does not support applicants who are already enrolled in graduate degree programs.
ADB–JSP does not sponsor undergraduate studies, distance learning programs, short-term training, conferences, seminars, thesis writing, and research projects.