Every year, and for the year 2024, the CIMB has pledged to support young talents to realise their dreams through its scholarship offering.
CIMB is also known as Commerce International Merchant Bankers Berhad (CIMB) after its acquisition by Bank of Commerce.
The CIMB operates in many regions including Indonesia, Philippines, United Kingdom, Cambodia, Singapore, Vietnam, Greater China, Malaysia, Myanmar and Thailand.
Back on its scholarship program, it doesn't just provide financial support to scholars but it also gives professional development and a mentor support system.
This in return attempts to empower the region's young talent in building a bright future and make a difference for those around them.
CIMB reiterated that its scholarship is highly selective and offers full scholarship for exceptional students from ASEAN countries in which CIMB has a presence.
The good thing is because it recognizes the evolving nature of the banking industry, CIMB study programs are available for applicants from a wide variety of academic disciplines.
These include but not limited to Computer Science, Data Science and Psychology, and career associated in banking such as Accounting, Economics, and Finance.
Qualified applicants for the scholarship will be able to receive a comprehensive coverage of expenses, including tuition fees, laptop, related expenses such as books, visa, flight and allowances for accommodation and living expenses.
Scholars will also have the chance to study at top universities from all over the world giving them the experience of a world class education right at their fingertips.
Of course, they will also be provided a comprehensive mentorship program comprised of dedicated mentors that can guide and support them throughout their journey with CIMB.
It doesn't just end there, it will also allow them to conduct high-priority projects that can provide them with a holistic overview and experience within the banking industry via programs like The Complete Banker.
CIMB in partnership with its CIMB Bank brand, scholars will be offered exciting employment opportunities upon graduation making their ground running.
Now, for those who want to be part of this competitive opportunity, they must be able to fulfill the requirements upon the condition of CIMB.
One must be a citizen of either Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam or Philippines and shall aspire to pursue a career in the financial and banking industry.
They must also about to start their undergraduate degree or Master’s programme or those who have already begun with a minimum of one full academic year remaining.
Their minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) should be 3.25/4.0 score or equivalent with excellent academic track record and active in curricular activities.
Most importantly, as all other scholarships deemed, they must not be a recipient of any other scholarship that comes with contractual obligations such as a service bond.
As per the announcement, applicants must undergo the selection criteria which are as chronologically ordered below.
First, all applicants will be screened to ensure that the basic eligibility criteria are fulfilled.
Second, shortlisted applicants will be invited to take part in CIMB’s online assessments.
Third, shortlisted applicants will participate in the CIMB ASEAN Scholarship Assessment Centre.
Fourth, shortlisted applicants will meet with a panel of interviewers.
And lastly, shortlisted applicants will undergo a final interview with CIMB Group’s senior management team.
CILB stated that the selection of suitable candidates for the CIMB ASEAN Scholarship is highly competitive so it will be based primarily on the below mentioned criteria.
Scholars must be the next generation of change-makers and they must have the strong ability to communicate their thoughts.
They must also possess strong academic track record and active participation in extracurricular activities as well as the ability to think outside the box.
This CIMB ASEAN Scholarship shall start accepting applications from May 17 to June 5, 2024. So, while you are at it, better visit CIMB's website now to prepare for application.
Source: CIMB
Disclaimer: All of our scholarship articles are for informational purposes only. We are not directly related to the entities being featured. The source/s are indicated at the end of every article so you can further check the legitimacy of our posts.
Leave a Reply