Hinrich Global Trade Scholarship Hong Kong –– MA International Journalism Call for applicants-3 full scholarships available The Hinrich Foundation is encouraging bright, motivated individuals with an interest in international trade to apply for our comprehensive scholarship, skills training and career development program.

Purpose To provide quality education and comprehensive career development opportunities for postgraduate study in fields related to trade, communication and development in Asia to scholars with proven academic and professional track records who desire to make a positive impact on people’s lives.

Schools & Programs of study Successful students will study Master of Arts in International Journalism at Hong Kong Baptist University on a full-time basis.

MA International Journalism (1 year)

Hong Kong Baptist University net3.hkbu.edu.hk/~maijs/eng

Eligibility Applicants must be citizens of Myanmar, Cambodia or Vietnam. They must have an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject. They must be fluent in English and able to meet all academic, entrance and other requirements of the universities concerned.

Stipend support Hinrich Foundation We believe sustainable global trade promotes peace between nations. We advance our mission through the following programmatic areas International trade policy research; Trade-related education & skills development, and; Export-led job creation Through the Hinrich Sustainable Global Trade Scholarships, we sponsor educational opportunities for individuals who are committed to participate in or promote innovative and competitive global trade. All of our Global Trade Scholars undertake internships and dedicate two years to making a meaningful contribution to export trade.

Hinrich Foundation offers full stipend support. The following costs will be covered at a basic level: Academic tuition and mandatory fees for the duration of the course, including exam costs. A monthly stipend for room and board, and living expenses sufficient for a single student. Support for educational supplies and materials. Airfare for the scholars’ travel to Hong Kong and back to their country at the end of the program. All costs related to securing and maintaining a student visa for the duration of the scholarship.

Scholar undertaking One of our goals is to give Scholars a solid career foundation in a trade-related field to help them develop marketable skills and contribute to our mission of promoting sustainable global trade. To that end, Scholars are required to sign a binding Memorandum of Understanding, cosigned by a family member, that requires the Scholar to undertake – if a posting is offered – an internship and work for a period of two years upon graduation with either Global Sources (www.globalsources.com NASDAQ: GSOL) or the Hinrich Foundation. Work will be in a role and geographic location paid at local market rates. Should Scholar decline employment offer, the full amount of the Scholarship must be repaid.

Application materials required

1. Cover letter. 2. Resumé stating work experience and education achievement. 3. One academic and one professional letter of reference. 4. Copies of transcripts, and any official English language exams results (eg: TOEFL or IELTS). 5. Scanned copy of your passport photo page (if available). Do not include visa pages.

Application deadline Applications may be sent by e-mail to [email protected] Application period: November 15 - December 15, 2012 Interview to be conducted by the Program Director on January 2013 (specific dates to be confirmed)

Further information Please e-mail [email protected]

www.hinrichfoundation.com

Hinrich Foundation: www.hinrichfoundation.com International trade policy research

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Tr a d e r e l a t e d e d u c a t i o n & t r a i n i n g

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Export led job creation