ZLOG Dual Degree Scholarships

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Zaragoza

Description: In today's business environment companies must produce innovative products at a low cost and effectively deliver them to customers around the world. Globalization has driven supply chain management and logistics to the forefront of business strategy and created the need for a new kind of business leader. In recognition of this development, ZLC has partnered with leading business schools to offer dual degree programs combining a Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management with an International MBA. These dual degree Masters programs are intended to prepare high-profile candidates to undertake managerial positions that combine general management capabilities with specialized logistics and supply chain management skills. The need for this new kind of professionals with a sophisticated understanding of complex management issues and the ability to design and operate global networks is patent.

Coverage:

ZLC will award scholarships consisting of reductions in tuition for the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program, which currently amounts to EUR21,500. The reductions will depend on the applicant's academic achievements and distinctive personal accomplishment in addition to an interest in pursing a career in Logistics/Supply Chain Management. The reductions available are as followed:

- 25 % (EUR5,375) Average evaluation grade of 6 - 7.9
- 50 % (EUR10,750) Average evaluation grade of 8 - 8.9
- 100 % (EUR21,500) Average evaluation grade of 9 - 10

Candidates will be expected to show extraordinary potential for leadership and professional success, bringing new vision and commitment to the area of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Candidates will be expected to show extraordinary potential for leadership and professional success, bringing new vision and commitment to the area of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Furthermore, to be eligible you must comply with the following criteria:

- Granted admission to the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program and student of a ZLOG Dual Degree Master's Program.F F
- Fluency in English (competitive TOEFL score - exceptions may be granted to individuals who have demonstrated evidence of advanced verbal and written proficiency in the English language).
- Competitive GMAT score. Exceptions may be granted to individuals who have demonstrated strong academic achievement in completing a college degree - including some quantitative training - and evidence of advanced verbal and written proficiency in the English language.
- Professional excellence in Logistics/Supply Chain Management or exceptional academic achievement.

Application Process and Documents:

Candidates must fullfil all of the above-mentioned requirements and submit one original copy of the following documents to the ZLC Financial Aid Office:

1. Application form
Each scholarship applicant will fill out the scholarship application form including the following: an essay stating their interests, qualifications, and related experience; a statement describing their economical situation and explaining their reasons for applying for the scholarship.

2. Income Statement
Copy of employment contact, last pay slip or other official document that can account for the last salary received. (Not applicable for applicants who are currently full-time students).

3. Copy of Passport

4. Admissions Letter
Copy of the admissions letter to the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program.

All interested applicants should apply directly through the ZLC Financial Aid Office.

Highlights: The MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) requires nine months of full time study in English, beginning in late August and concluding with commencement the following May.

ZLOG builds upon the successful curriculum at MIT, which is consistently ranked first in the area of logistics and supply chain management. Students must complete core and elective coursework, a master's thesis, and participate in the International Exchange. Graduates receive a master's degree from the University of Zaragoza and a certificate from the MIT-Zaragoza International Logistics Program.

Each year, a select group of students from around the globe are chosen to join the academic-industrial setting of the Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC). The admissions process ensures that the individuals invited into the Master's (ZLOG) and PhD programs are well-prepared for intensive studies in logistics and supply chain management and positioned for success upon graduation.

Diversity in the student body is an important characteristic of the ZLC programs. While applicants are expected to have an aptitude for analytical thinking, a previous degree in engineering is not required. Work experience from a variety of operational and management responsibilities provides a valuable background for the ZLOG program. However, we do welcome exceptional students with little or no work experience. We invite applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

All candidates for the ZLOG and PhD programs apply through the ZLC Admissions.

Degree Level: Masters Degree

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Cost in US$: 21.500 Euros

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Spain Independently

Scholarships are Available. Zaragoza Logistics Center offers scholarships through its self-funded ZLOG Scholarship Program. Scholarships available for the academic year 2010-2011: ZLOG Eastern and Central Europe Scholarship Eligibility: Nationals from the following Eastern and Central European countries: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. Coverage: Full tuition Deadline: April 15th 2010 ZLOG African Health and Humanitarian Systems Scholarship Eligibility: Although open to all individuals of any race, religion and ethnicity, preference will be given to applicants who are African nationals. Coverage: Full tuition Deadline: April 15th 2010 Scholarship holders must make a contractual commitment to work for a well-established and reputed organization in Africa in the area of health-care logistics, health-systems, health policy, drug procurement and distribution, humanitarian logistics, disaster relief logistics, etc. for a period of at least two years upon graduation of the ZLOG - Master of Engineering in Logistics and Supply Chain Management Program. ZLOG Scholarships - Supporting Promising Professionals in Logistics and SCM Eligibility: Students of any race, religion and ethnicity by which it is open to all individuals admitted in the ZLOG Program Coverage: Reductions in tuition: 25% (EUR5,375), 50% (EUR10,750) and 100% (EUR21,500) Deadline: We review applications in two rounds: April 15th 2010 and May 31st 2010. ZLOG Dual Degree Scholarships Eligibility: Students of a ZLOG Dual Degree Master's Program. Coverage: Reductions in tuition: 25% (EUR5,375), 50% (EUR10,750) and 100% (EUR21,500) Deadline: April 15th 2010 ZLOG National Center of Excellence Scholarship Eligibility: Spanish citizenship Coverage: Full tuition Deadline: May 31st 2010 Spanish Citizen Scholarships Eligibility: Spanish citizenship Coverage: 25% reductions in tuition (EUR5,375) Deadline: May 31st 2010 Joint scholarships available for the academic year 2010-2011: Zaragoza Logistics Center/Funed Joint Scholarship Eligibility: Mexican citizens Coverage: ZLC provides a 30% tuition scholarship for the ZLOG Program, equivalent to EUR6,450. Furthermore, FUNED grants a credit-scholarship covering up to 40% of the total cost of the ZLOG Program, not to exceed 20,000 USD. The amount provided to the scholarship holder will be based on the results of FUNEDs financial needs evaluation of the student, his or her repayment capability, and a personal interview. Deadline: April 15th 2010 Zaragoza Logistics Center/Fundacion Beca Joint Scholarship Eligibility: National and residents from the following Latin-American countries: Ecuador, Guatemala, Peru, Bolivia, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Haiti, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Uruguay. Coverage: ZLC provides a 40% tuition scholarship for the ZLOG Program, equivalent to EUR8,600 and FB grants USD800 for a flight ticket and an insurance to cover medical expenses (not pharmaceutical). Finally, Lumni will support the candidate with an additional funding for up to 150,000 MXP (for Mexican students only) in return of a percentage of the students income during a fixed time period. Deadline: April 15th 2010

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is 3 months

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Zaragoza Logistics Center's Mission Statement: Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC) is a research institute established by the Government of Aragon in Spain in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Zaragoza. The mission is to create in Zaragoza an international center of excellence for education and research in logistics and supply chain management that actively engages with industry and the public sector to develop and disseminate knowledge.

Year Founded: 2004