IGB Scholarship Awards 2008
Written by admin on April 10th, 2008 in 2008 Scholarships, Corporate Scholarships.
IGB Corporation Berhad(IGB). The Group’s principal activities are developing and selling condominiums, bungalows, linked houses, shoplots and office suites. Other activities include property investment and management, hotel operations, civil and building construction, laundry, hospital, medical centre and investment holding. The Group’s operations are located in Malaysia, Asia Pacific and the United Kingdom
The Scholarship is open to all Malaysians who are granted a place in our Local Public Universities and it’s catered especially for students in the lower income families. Below are some information pertaining to the Scholarship 2008 Program
Field of Studies
Engineering
Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Architecture, Building Science, Quantity Surveying
Business
Finance & Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, Economic
Management
Hotel Management / Hospitality, Real Estate Management, Human Resource, Law, Mass Communication, Retail Management, Public Relations
Bio Science
Pharmaceutical, Clinical Science, Health Science
Award Package
Maximum Scholarship value of RM40,000.00 to cover full academic fees, books, and living expenses for the duration of the course.
Paid Training Attachment
Eligibility
• Good STPM results or completed Diploma level (CGPA 3.00)
• Has a good command of English Language both written and spoken.
• A record of active participation in extra curricular activities.
• Not bonded or holding any other scholarship or receiving financial assistance from any organization.
• Must have a confirmed placement from Local Malaysian Public Universities.
• This scholarship program is catered exclusively for the lower income families.
Please complete the official application form and send to:
Scholarship Award Commitee
IGB CORPORATION BERHAD
23rd Floor, Menara IGB
No1, The Boulevard,
Mid Valley City,
Lingkaran Syed Putra,
59200, Kuala Lumpur.
E-mail: scholarship@igbcorp.com
CLOSING DATE : 30 April 2008
FAQ Regarding IGB Scholarship
Q1 – I have just completed Form 5 and achieved 10As in the recent SPM Examination. Am I eligible to apply for this scholarship?
A1 – No, you must have at least completed your STPM or Diploma level and enrolled for a full-time degree programme in any Local Malaysian Public Universities.
Q2 – I am awaiting result/offer into any local Public Universities and the closing date for this scholarship is approaching, can i wait for the offer before submitting the application to IGB?
A2 – We suggest you submit the application to us stating your first and second choice of course on or before the closing date and later mail us the official/online-printed offer letter once you have received it.
Q3 – I am pursuing my degree in a local university i.e. MMU, UNITEN, UTP etc. Can I apply?
A3 – No, this scholarship is open only to student enrolled in any full-time degree programme in Local Malaysian Public Universities i.e. UM, UPM, USM, UKM, UTM etc.
Q4 – Will I be bonded by the company upon the completion my studies?
A4 – Yes, the company will offer you employment opportunities upon the completion of your studies for a period of 2 years but if there are no vacancies available, students are free to seek employment elsewhere after a stipulated period of time.
Q5 – How will I receive the full scholarship value of RM40,000 ?
A5 – All school fees and any other fees including hostel accommodation (if applicable) shall be paid directly by the company to your respective university. In addition, you will be also receiving RM350 monthly for your living expenses. You may also purchase books and stationery item for study purpose up to a maximum of RM500 for the entire duration of study.
Q6 – I’m currently in Year 3 and shall complete my course in another year, am I still eligible to apply?
A6 – Yes, you are still eligible to apply for scholarship irregardless whether you are in your 1st, 2nd, 3rd or even final year of studies. However, you current CGPA will be taken into consideration besides your STPM results.
Q7 – What is the other criteria used for selecting students to be awarded this scholarship?
A7 – The students’ leadership qualities/character, active participation in extra curricular/ sports activities, family income and background etc. will be some of the factors to be considered.
Q8 – How many students will be awarded this scholarship?
A8 – In the past, IGB in collaboration with Dato’ Tan Chin Nam Foundation has provided between 5 to 10 Full Scholarship Awards. One-time Cash Grant shall also be given out for deserving and needy students.
Q9 – Can I apply for this scholarship if I am currently receiving PTPTN loan, which I need to repay upon completion of my studies?
A9 – Yes, provided that once you have been awarded The IGB Scholarship, you are to terminate and repay the PTPTN loan.
Q10 – For more enquiries, whom shall I contact or reach?
Please e-mail IGB at scholarship@igbcorp.com or call us at 03-2289 8989.
April 12th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
How can i get the application letter?
April 14th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
where can i get the official application form?
April 15th, 2008 at 5:32 am
hi…i am sudying 4 foundation studies in uia pj right now.i’m in engineering course.Am i eligible to apply 4 this scholar?hup u can reply
April 15th, 2008 at 7:43 am
sir/madam
could you please send me application form.thank you
April 17th, 2008 at 8:41 am
hi, where can i download the application form?
April 17th, 2008 at 11:02 am
how to apply igb scholarship ?
April 18th, 2008 at 12:51 am
i just noticed this scholarship application form.i am one of the top ten student in perak.and the subjects i took were account, economy, business, math s and pengajian Am with the CGPA of 4.0.i am very interested in the field of investment especially in foreign currency.in nasional level, i obtained the third place of essey competion.and iam quite active in my co-curiculum.
The puspose that i apply for this scolarship is to relieve the burden of my family financial restraint problem and to continue pursuit my studies.actually, this is the first time i apply scolarship from internet.on this few months, i am busying working as direct sales.that is why i have missed up many golden opporturnities.Any way, i would like to attend any interview convenient to you.but i really interested in foreign currency’s investment.
April 18th, 2008 at 1:40 pm
where can i get the application letter?n if acceptance,if there any interview?
April 21st, 2008 at 8:38 am
where can get the application form??
April 21st, 2008 at 11:23 am
Dear Sir/ Madam,
I am a previous SPM student in 2005 and i scored 7A1 1A2 in my SPM. And i further my studies to PSC(Private Secretaryship Certificate) and managed to get PSC in 2007.
Am i eligible to apply this scholarship?
I would like to apply scholarship because want to relieve the burden of my family financial. And i am interested in further my studies because i hope i can improve my family’s living.
Thank you.
April 22nd, 2008 at 5:47 am
whre to get the application form?what the step should to do if i want to apply now?the closing time is in the corner..how to take the most faster action??
April 22nd, 2008 at 7:36 am
Dear Sir/Madam,
I m a degree student from UPM and i m doing Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. I did UPM foundation after Form 5 then straight entered UPM degree. Am i qualify to apply this schoolarship? And one more question, where can we get the application form ?
Your Sincere, Tee
April 22nd, 2008 at 3:55 pm
i would like to have an application from you…
i didnt know how could i get a copy of that….
can i know how?
April 24th, 2008 at 8:08 am
if i didnt take the STPM or diploma but now studying in law,1st year student, can i still apply for the scholarship?
if yes, where can i get the application form?
April 25th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
Where can I get the application form?
April 26th, 2008 at 8:02 am
hi
where can i get the application form?
April 26th, 2008 at 12:35 pm
hw can i download the application form?
April 29th, 2008 at 5:32 am
If I have just finished a foundation program, would it suffice to apply for scholarship for my degree?
April 29th, 2008 at 1:30 pm
currently im doing my foundation in law at uitm. we’re fully sponsored by the government. however after i finish my foundation that will be at the end of this year. we have to apply for ptptn to futher our study in degree. so can i apply? if yes, how?
May 9th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
i just saw your advertisement.is there any posibilities that i still can apply for your scholarship?.i am still a student in law field and got average pointer of 3.38 per sem.i am also an active in cocuriculum and good at soft skill.i am also a representative in college and club.i need a scholarship as i came form a lower income family.please do reply me in a favourable answer.thank you.
May 14th, 2008 at 3:44 pm
hi,i was studying in pasum (foundation of built environment). i want to apply this but i still don’t get the result,,so what can i do??the dateline is 30 april,,and now is may,,can i apply??
May 22nd, 2008 at 8:27 am
i am a government matriculation student. will i be eligible for this scholarship??? thank you.
May 26th, 2008 at 7:15 pm
i’m a graduate from MATRICULATION programme,
i have scored a CGPA of 3.95 and i’m active in co-curricular activities,
am i eligible to apply?
my father has passed away from cancer and my other is a housewife with no income.
my only dream and ambition is to become a doctor.
i really do need this scholarship and i hope to get a chance for my future and my life ahead.
could i be provided with information to apply?
thank you so much…
May 28th, 2008 at 11:04 am
Iam from sudan Ihove gotten M.A in politics from karachi university Pakistan 1992 shoud I be eligible for scholarship
May 30th, 2008 at 7:56 am
if i want to apply for the scholarship,am i still eligible?this is because i just came across this scholarship and very interested in it.however i only obtained 2 a- 2 b+ and 1 b in my stpm. but my father just passed away this month and i am facing serious financial problem to pursue my studies. can anyone help me?? i was a straight a student. i got 10 a1s in my spm and 7as in my pmr. just because i slightly failed in my stpm do i deserve a chance and hope???
June 7th, 2008 at 6:46 am
I am doing my Diploma in Physiotherapy so am i eligible to receive the scholarship?Currently i am bond with the PTPTN loan but considering my family’s financial problems i would like to apply for a scholarship.I also had got a CGPA of 3.5.So if i do qualified can you the ways for me to apply.Thank you
June 8th, 2008 at 8:44 am
i just finish malaysia matriculation programme.am i qualified to apply tis scolarship?
June 10th, 2008 at 9:04 am
where can i download the application form??
June 17th, 2008 at 8:09 am
i’m currently an undergraduate of a local university…i have just finish my 1st year…going to proceed to 2nd year soon…am i still qualified to apply for this scholarship?
Thank you…
June 27th, 2008 at 4:24 am
i’m currently an undergraduate of a local university…i have just finish my 1st year…going to proceed to 2nd year soon…am i still qualified to apply for this scholarship? And where can i download the application form?
Thank you
July 4th, 2008 at 5:48 am
I am interested in learning more about your scholarship for local university undergraduate students. As a potential applicant, I would greatly appreciate any application materials or information you could send me at this time.
I am currently an undergraduate student of a local university. I have just finish my 1st year, going to proceed to 2nd year soon.
As i noticed that the closing date is 30 April 2008 and when is the next scholarship open for application?
Thank you for your attention to my request and for promptly forwarding the necessary materials. IGB scholarship would be an honor and would greatly assist my efforts to pursue my academic.
Thanks a lot.
August 19th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
I would like to ask whether i am qualified to apply for the IGB Scholarship as i have just received my A Level result and i got A’s in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and B in Biology.
I would like to have a course of Bachelor of Pharmacy in UCSI ( University College Sedaya International) Malaysia. I will start the course for the July intake next year.
Can you give me some information about the scholarship?
Looking forward to hear from you.
Thank you.