MNRB 2011 Scholarship Awards

MNRB  SCHOLARSHIP FUND, a fund established by MNRB HOLDINGS BERHAD (a Company listed on the Main Board of the Bursa Malaysia and a subsidiary of Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB)), invites scholarship applications from young Malaysians planning to persue tertiary on a full-time basis at any recognised institution of higher learning.

Fields of Study

• Actuarial Science - Professional Actuarial Qualification
• Risk Management - Matriculation/Foundation, Diploma, First Degree
• Insurance - Matriculation/Foundation, Diploma, First Degree

 

Value of Award

• Tuition fees based on actual for students in public universities or colleges and a maximum of RM8,000.00 per annum for students in private universities or colleges. The actual tuition fees are paid for overseas studies.
• Allowance of RM8,000 per annum for local Matriculation/Foundation or Diploma courses and
  RM10,000 per annum for First Degree courses.
• Professional Actuarial Qualification - Subsistence allowance and related fees imposed by the Actuarial Association e.g. membership fees, examination fees, study materials.

A bonding period is attached to the scholarship.

Selection Criteria
Insurance and risk Management

• below 23 years of age
• SPM - Obtained at least grade A in a minimum of 6 subjects (inclusive of English, Mathematics and Science); OR
• STPM - Obtained at least 3As and pass the General Paper; OR
• Matriculation, Diploma or Degree - Obtained a CGPA of at least 3.50

Actuarial Science - Professional Actuarial Qualification

• Below 26 years of age
• Graduates with Master of Science in Actuarial Science and/ or Actuarial Management
• Graduates with Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science from recognised overseas universities are also encourage to apply
• Preferably single

Additional Requirements

• Must write a 1-page English essay (on a separate sheet of paper) describing reason for applying for the scholarship, benefits from the course of study and education & career plans
• Preference will be given to those active in co-corricular activities
• Must not be a recipient of a scholarship/loan/financial assistance from any other organisations

The offer is subject to the applicants gaining entry into recognized local or overseas institutes of higher learning to pursue the approved courses

Trial SPM/ STPM Results
Candidates with TRIAL SPM/STPM RESULTS, who meet the above mentioned selection criteria are also encouraged to apply. Selected candidates will be given provisional offer, subject to the variance between the actual results and the trial results being within acceptable range.

How To Apply

Download the Scholarship Application Form at http://www.mnrb.com.my/ or e-mail at scholarship@mnrb.com.my ; OR

Request for the form by sending in a 16 cm x 23cm self-addressed envelope affixed with a 70 sen stamp to the MNRB SCHOLARSHIP FUND at the below address; OR

Collect the forms at :

MNRB SCHOLARSHIP FUND 11th Floor, Bangunan Malaysian Re No 17, Lorong Dungun, Damansara Heights, 50490 KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 03 – 2096 7028  (Cik Hidaayah) APPLICATION DEADLINE 10 JANUARY 2011

• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, latest by 18 February 2011.
• Please ensure your completed application form is submitted with certified copies of relevant certificates and documents.
• Kindly note that ineligible candidates, incomplete applications and applications received after the due date will not be entertained.

Download Application Form.