Learning activity 4

Evidence: A scholarship for me

Fuente: SENA

Most universities and higher education institutions around the world offer
scholarships as an option for those students who don’t have the budget to
afford the tuition fees. They usually require good grades from previous studies
and a solid interest in the field of study. Although the standards for a
scholarship may seem difficult for some people, it is not impossible to obtain
one, and sometimes students miss the chance to apply because they just think
they are not good enough for it. However, there are different options when
trying to obtain a scholarship. Some are more demanding than others but there
are always options. It is just a matter of dedicating some time to search carefully
online.

In this evidence you are going to search for a scholarship that matches your
interests and career objectives. Then you are going to write a report about it. If
you are not planning to continue your studies, then you can search a
scholarship for a friend of yours.

Consider the following questions for your report:

 Why does this scholarship call your attention?

Because it’s a good opportunity for us, the students from America that want
to make a specialization in them career, and want to get out of this country
for have good studies.
 How is it related to your career objectives?
It is a scholarship for a specialization in international business, that is
something relationated with my professional career, business administration.

 How is the content of the program structured?

The award totals $2,500 and is generally available to any student currently
pursuing a major in business management, executive leadership, law, or
finance. Some other concentrations will be considered by the Academy of
Arts and Sciences if the student intends to put their skills to use in the
entertainment industry after graduation.

 What are the requirements to apply?

To apply for the scholarship, students must have a minimum GPA of 3.3 on
a 4.0 scale. The application must be submitted by July in the same year that
the scholarship’s funds will be applied to tuition or living expenses.

Here is a chart you can use to organize the information before writing your
report.

Name of the program: Marc Beaumont Scholarship Fund

Content: This scholarship was established several
years ago in honor of one-time Capcom
North and South America and Europe COO
Marc Beaumont. The award totals $2,500
and is generally available to any student
currently pursuing a major in business
management, executive leadership, law, or
finance.
Place: Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Duration: 4 Years
Requirements: To apply for the scholarship, students must
have a minimum GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
The application must be submitted by July
to September in the same year that the
scholarship’s funds will be applied to tuition
or living expenses.
 Coverage: $4000 US
Deadlines: July-September/2019

Aspects to consider when writing the report:

 Include ideas and vocabulary related to professional skills and education

learned in the study material. In the report, underline the ideas included.
Include at least 3 ideas.

 Use connectors and punctuation.

When you finish your work, send the file to your instructor through the
platform as follows:

1. Click the title of this evidence.

2. Click Examinar mi equipo and look for the file in your computer. Make
sure the file is attached.
3. Leave a comment for the instructor (optional).
4. Click Enviar.

Note: This evidence is an individual activity. Remember to check the learning

guide in order to know if you have done all the assigned activities, know how to
develop them and deliver them correctly.

Criterios de evaluación
 Describe habilidades profesionales haciendo uso del vocabulario requerido.

 Usa el vocabulario relacionado con áreas de estudio, teniendo en cuenta el

contexto requerido.