Termed as "The Financial Express -U21Global Scholarship Programme', the scholarship is aimed at working professionals who wish to realise their potential through higher education.
The Financial Express-U21Global Scholarship Programme awards scholarships for the U21Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) and are open to executives who are currently working in India with at least three years of professional or managerial experience. The scholarships – worth a total of USD 350,000 will be awarded to 50 deserving applicants across India.
Mr. Prem Maheshwari, Director- North & East India of U21Global said, "In order to pursue further education mid-way through one's careers most people have to take leave and forfeit their salaries. Conducted completely online, the U21Global MBA programme allows time-pressed executives to maintain a healthy balance in their work, travel and family commitments. We offer an interactive, dynamic brand of executive education to give an invaluable learning experience within a globalised virtual classroom."
Applications shall be jointly evaluated by senior management team of Financial Express and U21Global. Evaluations will be made based on the applicant's academic and professional achievements, along with a statement of motivation.
The last date for applying for this scholarship is 31st August 2008, informs U21.
Established in 2001, U21Global (www.u21global.edu.sg) is backed by an international network of leading research-intensive universities in 11 countries. U21Global combines the traditional quality of its founders with innovative modes of delivery on the Internet, providing students with substantial learning advantages, while balancing work, travel and family life. U21Global has successfully enrolled students from 60 countries around the world including those from Asia, Australia, Africa, Europe and the America.
