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“ZLOG Scholarships”
Zaragoza Logistics Center
2009-2010

Presentation and Objectives

Zaragoza Logistics Center currently provides a number of scholarships each year for students of the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program.

The objective with the “ZLOG Scholarships” is to assure financial aid for outstanding students and thereby help ensure that financial circumstances are no bar to the most promising candidates having access to the world-class education that we offer. Furthermore, in so doing we also create and promote an economic diversity in our classrooms.

Coverage
ZLC will award scholarships consisting of reductions in tuition for the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program, which currently amounts to €21,500. The reductions will depend on the applicants’ academic achievements and distinctive personal accomplishment in addition to an interest in pursing a career in Logistics/Supply Chain Management. The reductions available are as followed:
- 25 % (€5,375)
- 50 % (€10,750)
- 100 % (€21,500)
The scholarships will not include all other costs like administrative fees, books, health insurance and living or travel expenses to Zaragoza or Boston for the international exchange.
Eligibility

Scholarships are awarded only to students who have been admitted to the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program through the Foundation’s regular admissions procedure.

Candidates will be expected to show extraordinary potential for leadership and professional success, bringing new vision and commitment to the area of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Furthermore, to be eligible you must comply with the following criteria:

• Granted admission to the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program.
• Fluency in English, minimum TOEFL score of 105 points in the Internet based test.
• Completion of a four year undergraduate program equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree.
• GMAT score equivalent or higher than 650 or GRE score equivalent or higher than 760. Exceptions may be granted to individuals who have demonstrated strong academic

achievement in completing a college degree - including some quantitative training - and evidence of advanced verbal and written proficiency in the English language.
• Professional excellence in Logistics/Supply Chain Management or exceptional academic achievement (minimum GPA of 3.5 on the scale of 4.0 or equivalent).

Application Process and Documents

Candidates must fulfil all of the above-mentioned requirements and submit one original copy of the following documents to the ZLC Financial Aid Office:

1. Application form
Each scholarship applicant will fill out the scholarship application form including the following: an essay stating their interests, qualifications, and related experience; a statement describing their economical situation and explaining their reasons for applying for the scholarship.

2. Income Statement
Copy of employment contact, last pay slip or other official document that can account for the last salary received. (Not applicable for applicants who are currently full-time students).

3. Copy of Passport

4. Admissions Letter
Copy of the admissions letter to the MIT-Zaragoza Master of Engineering in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) program.

All interested applicants should apply directly through the ZLC Financial Aid Office:

Avenida Gómez Laguna 25, 1ª Planta ● E-50009 Zaragoza (SPAIN)
Phone: +34 (976) 077 603 ● Fax: +34 (976) 077 601
Skype: zlc_financial_aid_office ● Email: financialaid@zlc.edu.es

Deadline

The deadline for the ZLOG Scholarships application is May 1st 2009. Early application is however encouraged. All supporting documentation to the application must be postmarked by the respective date listed above.

Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

Selection Criteria and Process

Competition for the ZLOG scholarships is intense and highly competitive. The candidates will be chosen on the basis of:

• Ability to make a significant contribution to the discipline of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, with a strong aptitude for analysis and a creative approach to defining and solving problems.
• Recognition of the importance of personal integrity and ethical decision making.
• Enthusiastic pursuit of self-improvement and a desire to be at the forefront in the creation and discovery of new knowledge.
• Experience and interest in working in multicultural teams.

• Preference will be given to candidates with background or work experience in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

The ZLC Evaluation Committee will identify the finalists by May 15th 2009. Phone interviews will be scheduled with all finalists by May 31st 2009.

Applicants will be notified by e-mail of the outcome and furthermore the scholarship holder will receive an award letter.

Contact information

For further details on how to apply and what qualifications are required for this scholarship, or for information on other programs of financial assistance which may be available please contact the ZLC Financial Aid Office.

Co-sponsors

If you are interested in co-sponsoring the ZLOG Scholarship Program, please contact the ZLC Financial Aid Office to discuss any proposals and/or possibilities.