Letter of recommendation

To Whom It May Concern:

It is my honor that I recommend Nguyen Le Thi for your university. I am
dean of Information Technology Department, Hong Duc University, Thanh Hoa
province, Vietnam.
Nguyen Le Thi has been our colleague for nearly five years. He has been
interested in obtaining an MA degree for some time now and I do believe that
he will be an excellent candidate for your esteemed program.
He has been working in my department since he graduated from Physics
faculty, College of science, Hanoi National University, Vietnam. He is
responsible for teaching, combining course books and advising student
scientific research. Besides, he has also attended many workshops about
methodology of teaching. During the time of our acquaintance, I have known
Mr. Thi in many capacities and I would like to recommend him without
qualification for any physical programs or the programs that are related to the
field as well as physical programs.
Thi is highly respected by his colleagues for his willingness to help
anyone whenever he can. He is very well- organized, diligent in his paperwork,
easily reachable, and always on time.
I am sure that he will gain much success in his studies because he is a
dedicated student and thus far his grades have been exemplary. In our
department, he has proven to be a take-charge person who is able to
successfully implement his duties.
As Vietnam develops, there is an increasing need for highly trained
specialists in all fields. This is especially true for Thanh Hoa Province, which is
one of the poorest provinces of the country. In order to help this province to
keep pace with the rapid development of others, wealthier regions of Vietnam, it
is of great importance that we further improve our economic development as
well as help improve provincial education. For this reason, it is believed that
Mr. NGUYEN LE THI is able to progress as far as possible in the study of his
chosen field.
I do hope that you will help and accept Mr. Thi as one of the best candidates.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours truly, / sincerely

Dr. Do Van Toan

Outline for letter of recommendation:
Interpersonal skills and leadership ability: How effective is the candidate in
establishing and maintaining relationships? How well does he or she work with and/or
through supervisors, peers and subordinates? How do you assess the applicant's ability to
lead, ability to delegate responsibility, sensitivity to those less competent and potential for
future success as an administrator? Has the applicant demonstrated willingness to work in
a team environment?
Personal achievements: Has the applicant sought or created opportunities to make use of
his or her native ability and how effectively has he/she exploited it? How do the
applicant's achievements compare to those of his/her peers?
Candidate's insight into his or her own assets and liabilities: Will the applicant accept
constructive criticism? Will he/she accept a challenge with self-confidence, admit
mistakes and ask for help when needed?
Intellectual qualifications: What is your assessment of the applicant's analytical skills
and ability to grasp new ideas? Has the applicant's academic record been affected by any
special circumstances such as work or academic background? Does the applicant have the
ability to apply his/her knowledge creatively?
Ability to communicate: Is the applicant an effective writer? Does the written work
submitted demonstrate a mastery of the conventions of English? Is the written material
clear, well-organized and forceful? Is the applicant articulate in oral expression?
Industry and self-discipline: To what extent does the applicant possess the traits of
persistence, efficiency and motivation? Is there any reason to doubt the applicant's
diligence as a student?
Potential for the study of business: What is your prediction of the applicant's probable
performance in the study of business? How well do you think the applicant has thought
out plans for graduate study? Among others recommended for business school, how does
this candidate rate?
Is there any other information about the applicant which you would like to share with
admissions committees?