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1 REGULATIONS 1. Purpose 1.1. These Scholarships have been established to enhance the awareness and foster interest in exchange programmes offered by the University of Waikato. Ten Scholarships are awarded each year to: (a) encourage students to participate in exchange programmes; (b) provide financial support to students approved for exchange programmes; and, (c) promote exchange destinations most relevant for management. 2. Eligibility 2.1. To be eligible, candidates must: a) have completed at least one year of study at the Waikato Management School and be eligible to apply for exchange programmes; b) have been accepted into a University of Waikato exchange programme; c) apply to institutions listed as recommended institutions (refer to appendix A); d) be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand; and, e) be full-time students at the Waikato Management School. 3. Value 3.1. The value of the awards (in NZD) are as follows: Europe $2,500; USA, Canada and Mexico $2,000; and, Asia $1, Application 4.1. The closing dates for applications is 13 March for B Semester 2015 exchanges and the 17 July for A Semester 2016 exchanges Along with the International Exchange Scholarship Application Form, each applicant must submit: a) a letter of application; and, b) a brief CV (of no more than three pages in length). 5. Selection Criteria 5.1. The awards are offered on the basis of: (a) academic performance; (b) perceived benefits of the exchange programme; and

exchange destinations most relevant for management. 2. Eligibility 2.1.

2 (c) reasons for choosing particular institution or country Preference will be given to students who have achieved a minimum of A- grade average in the last two semesters. 6. Selection Panel 6.1. The Selection Panel will include the Waikato Management School s Acting Dean, Associate Dean International, Student Services Manager, and the Scholarships Committee member (or nominees) The Selection Panel may refrain from making a recommendation if it finds no candidate of sufficient merit The Selection Panel s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into following the selection meeting. 7. Awarding 7.1. The successful applicant will be advised of the offer of a Scholarship within six weeks of the closing date The offer of a Scholarship must be accepted by the date indicated in the letter of offer. If a candidate declines a Scholarship, or does not take it up, the Selection Panel may offer the Scholarship to another applicant A Scholarship shall be taken up in the semester for which it is offered Receipt of the scholarship will be conditional on acceptance into the exchange programme Any exception or variation to these arrangements must be approved by the Selection Committee. 8. Other Conditions 8.1. The Scholarships Committee may terminate a Scholarship at any time and recoup any funds awarded, if it is satisfied, that the recipient is not following the required programme or is not otherwise complying with the conditions governing the Scholarship and/or the regulations of the University of Waikato. The holder of a Scholarship shall have the right to appeal to the Education Committee against any decision to terminate the award The Scholarship may be held with any other bursary, scholarship or award, provided that the regulations of the other award allow this By accepting an Award, the recipient agrees to participate in any publicity concerning the scholarship arranged by the University of Waikato. The recipient may be asked to attend a presentation ceremony.

The Selection Panel may refrain from making a recommendation if it finds no candidate of sufficient merit. 6.3.

3 WMS International Exchange Scholarship Appendix A Recommended Institutions for International Exchange Scholarships are listed below. This list will be updated from time to time: Canada Country/Area Institution University of Calgary University of Victoria China Renmin University of China * Denmark Copenhagen Business School * England Lancaster University France Ecole Superierure de Commerce et de Management (ESCEM) * Germany Hong Kong Japan Korea Malaysia Mexico Netherlands Norway Singapore Sweden EuroMed Management School Leipzig Graduate School of Management Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Kansai Gaidai University Senshu University Yonsei University University of Malaya Tec de Monterrey, Mexico City Universidad de las Americas, Puebla (UDLA) University of Maastricht Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration (NHH) BI Norwegian School of Management, University of St. Gallen * Nanyang Technological University Jonkoping International Business School Taiwan National Chengchi University * University of California (Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Riverside, San USA Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Cruz, Santa Barbara) University of Hawaii University of Virginia University of Tulsa Arizona State University Babson College Note: For all the universities followed by *, please consult mulan@waikato.ac.nz before you complete the application.

England Lancaster University France Ecole Superierure de Commerce et de Management (ESCEM) * Germany Hong Kong Japan Korea Malaysia Mexico Netherlands Norway Singapore Sweden EuroMed Management

4 Application for WMS International Exchange Scholarships This application must be submitted to: By post: The Scholarships Office or in person: Scholarships Office Reception University of Waikato Level 1 Private Bag 3105 The Student Centre Te Manawa HAMILTON 3240 The University of Waikato Title: Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms (Please circle) Family name First Name(s) University of Waikato ID Number Address: (for correspondence about this application) Telephone Fax What programme(s) are you currently enrolling within Waikato Management School? Which institution(s) have you applied to exchange? Why did you select the particular country /institution(s)? What language(s) do you speak other than English?

Name(s) University of Waikato ID Number Address: (for correspondence about this application) Telephone Fax Email What programme(s) are you currently enrolling within Waikato

5 WMS International Exchange Scholarship Do you have previous international experience (e.g. work or travel)? If yes, please indicate which country and details of experience. How will the exchange programme benefit you and your career aspirations? CHECK LIST All applicants please check that you have included the following: A letter of application Curriculum Vitae (no more than three A4 pages) P R I V A C Y D E C L A R A T I O N The information requested in the application form will be used solely for the purposes of assessing your application for the WMS International Exchange Scholarship. Personal information contained in this application will be made available to members of the Scholarships Committee, and staff of the Scholarships Office. The University of Waikato undertakes to store your application in a secure place in the event that you are successful in gaining an award or are selected as a reserve candidate for an award. The University of Waikato undertakes to destroy your application to preserve its confidentiality, in the event that you are unsuccessful in gaining an award. Should you have reason to believe that information held about you in either your application or your academic record is incorrect, you have the right of access to, and correction of, that information. Signed:.. Date:...

CHECK LIST All applicants please check that you have included the following: A letter of application Curriculum Vitae (no more than three A4 pages) P R I V A C Y D E C L A R A T I O N The information

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This Scholarship is not currently open. You cannot use this application form. It appears on our website for information only. I N T R O D U C T I O N This scholarship has been established by PricewaterhouseCoopers