We invite application from working adults with at least 3 years of working experience who will be pursuing a full time master programme in 2009, in a recognised local public or private university or college.

Description	Criteria
Eligibility	Working Malaysian adults who will be pursuing a full-time / part-time master’s programme in 2009, in a recognised local public or private university or college. * This scholarship award is not open to children of employees of HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad, HSBC Amanah Malaysia Berhad, HSBC Amanah Takaful (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. and HSBC (Malaysia) Trustee Berhad
Working Experience	At least 3 years working experience after obtaining a first degree
Age Group	Below 40 years of age
Academic - Degree	Minimum Upper Second Class Bachelor degree with honours
Scholarship duration	Up to 2 years
Scholarship Amount	Up to RM30,000 per scholar
Studies Criteria	1.     Full-time / part-time master studies *12-24 months programme) 2.     Must have gained admission into a recognised local public or private university or college 3.     For twinning programmes, the full duration of the programme must be done locally 4.     No restriction on field of studies
Other criteria	1.     No bonding required 2.     Combined monthly household income in RM3,000 and below 3.     Applicants must not be in receipt of any other scholarship, or award from any educational institutions, or any other organizations / foundation 4.     Education loan is permissible if the scholarship amount is not sufficient to cover tuition fees 5.     Successful applicants must be able to maintain a CGPA of 3.30 or equivalent throughout the duration of his/her studies
How to apply	Complete the application form (http://www.hsbc.com.my/1/PA_1_1_S5/content/website/pdf/about_us/education/hsbc_scholarship_app_master.pdf); attach all certified true copies of relevant examination certificates and forward it to the address provided on the scholarship application form. Closing date: 19 July 2009 Only short-listed candidates will be notified and required to attend an interview.