BMA Education Fund Scholarship - About Us

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EDUCATION FUND SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 2023

Opening date: 15 MAY 2023

Closing: 30 NOV 2023

About Us

Behn Meyer AgriCare ("BMA") has a very long history of supporting the Malaysian agriculture industry and is in the forefront of providing the best quality and most up to date solutions to the full spectrum of agriculture players including large estates to the small holder/farmers.

BMA has a strong commitment to supporting the local agriculture industry in every aspect and believes that the education and advancement of the local agriculture community is one of the key cornerstones to the continued sustainable growth and modernisation of the industry.

To this end, the BMA Education Fund Scholarship is offered by BMA to provide higher education opportunities to deserving young Malaysians. This scholarship offers full tuition fees, living expenses as well as required education aids to the recipients.

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Eligibility Criteria & terms and condition of scholarship

The following terms and criteria shall apply to the Behn Meyer AgriCare Education Fund Scholarship (“the Scholarship”):

The applicant must be a Malaysian citizen no older than 25 years of age at the date of application.
The applicant must have a valid offer to study in a local Public University (“the University”) for an Agriculture-based Course (the said “Course”) in order to qualify for selection.
The applicant must possess good results in O-level/SPM/A-Level/STPM/UEC or other standardised examinations of similar level. Students who have not obtained their final results or certificate are not eligible to apply.
The scholarship is not open to anyone whose parent/legal guardian is a past or present employee of the Behn Meyer Group of Companies.
Trial Examination results are not admissible for consideration of the scholarship.
Each applicant may only submit ONE (1) application.
The applicant must not be bonded or be in receipt of any other financial aid or rewards from other organisations or institutions.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with Behn Meyer AgriCare (M) Sdn. Bhd. (“BMA”).
The applicant must produce original copies of their examination results and all other relevant documents during the interview.
The selection committee’s decision in all matters pertaining to the selection of the scholarship is final. No appeal, inquiry or correspondence will be entertained.
The scholarship recipient must not discontinue or switch courses or take up any full- or part-time employment while pursuing the said Course without the prior written approval of BMA unless such employment is part and parcel or related to the said Course.
The recipient is not allowed to participate in any form of illegal activity or join any unlawful organisations which in the opinion of BMA would embarrass or cause disrepute to all parties concerned throughout the study period.
The recipient is to attend all classes, lectures, tutorials and lessons as required by the said Course regularly and diligently unless he or she is medically unfit to do so.
The recipient must meet all requirements set by the University in order to be eligible for the next semester’s scholarship awards. The recipient is required to obey all the rules and regulations of the University at all times and is expected to conduct himself/herself in a respectable manner.
This scholarship shall be granted solely on an ex-gratia basis. BMA is not obligated to extend the award beyond the existing academic period and has full discretion to discontinue the scholarship at any time whatsoever without assigning any reasons.
All recipients are required to attend an internship with BMA during their yearly breaks until the completion of their course. All internship periods will be notified in writing. Internship allowances will be paid by BMA.
BMA reserves the right to add to or amend the rules and regulations contained herein without prior notice. No complaints whatsoever shall be entertained.
In the event of any conflict between the Chinese and English versions of this application’s eligibility criteria & terms and conditions, the English version shall prevail and shall be the principal and primary text of interpretation.
Any false particulars, information, documents, untruthful material facts or misrepresentations will subject the applicant to disqualification.
All recipients are required to submit their invoices/receipts for tuition fees, books, registration fee, rentals and any other expenses relevant to their studies by a deadline to be notified by BMA. BMA will reimburse all approved expenditure up to the sum of RM10,000 per year per student on a yearly basis until the completion of their course subject to the terms stipulated herein.

HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1

Download the application form below.

STEP 2

Complete the application form and submit it with the required documents.

STEP 3

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified

For further inquiries, email julieleong@behnmeyer.com.my or contact 03-8026 3463 (Ms. Julie Leong).

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FAQs

1. Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
The Behn Meyer AgriCare Education Fund Scholarship Awards is open to all Malaysian citizens aged 25 years old and below who wish to pursue their tertiary education at public universities. However, it is not available to anyone whose parent/legal guardian is a past or present employee of the Behn Meyer Group of Companies.
2. How do I submit my application?
Download, print out and complete the application form before submitting it online. Applicants may download and submit their application forms at https://www.behnmeyer.com/scholarship-online-form
3. What are the courses or fields of study covered by the scholarship?
The scholarship will cover any course related to agricultural studies at any public university in Malaysia.
4. What are the requirements of this scholarship?
Applicant must be a Malaysian citizens no older than 25 years of age.
Applicant must not be bonded to or a recipient of any other scholarship or financial award from other educational institutions, organisations or foundations.
Applicant must possess good results in SPM/STPM or an equivalent standardised examination of similar level.
Applicant must be applying for or have been accepted to study for an undergraduate/post graduate degree in agricultural studies at a Malaysian public university.
5. What are the required documents that need to be submitted?
Recent passport-size photograph
Certified true copy of National Registration Identification (NRIC)/MyKad
Certified true copy of SPM/STPM certificate or equivalent
Certified true copy of undergraduate studies examination results, if applicable
Certified true copy of School Leaving certificate
Certified true copy of school testimonials and certificates of participation in extracurricular activities.
Certified true copy of an unconditional/conditional letter of offer from the university
Certified true copy of parents’ recent pay-slips, latest Income Tax Statement or any other proof of income
Any other relevant documents
6. How do I submit / attach all my documents into the application form?
Please combine all documents (as listed in item #5) into ONE (1) PDF file. Please note that you may upload only ONE (1) PDF file as your supporting document. Please ensure that all relevant documents are attached before submitting as applicants may only submit ONE (1) application.
7. How long will it take be notified of the results of my application?
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates can expect to be contacted within 1-2 months after the closing date.
8. When is the application open for submission?
Applications are open for submission from 30 August 2022 onwards.
9. When is the last date to send in my application?
The closing date for application is 31 December 2022.
10. What are the maintenance requirements of the scholarship?
Candidates will be required to maintain results equivalent to Second Class (Upper) or a CGPA of 2.1 at the end of each semester of the degree.
11. What would the recipients gain from the Behn Meyer AgriCare Education Fund Scholarship?
Apart from tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses, candidates will also be offered development opportunities such as admission into internship and mentoring programmes and may be offered employment with the Behn Meyer Group of Companies upon completion of their studies.
12. How many times in a year is the Behn Meyer AgriCare Education Fund Scholarship offered?
It is offered only once a year, i.e. after the announcement of SPM / STPM results.
13. How often is scholarship paid out and to whom?
Recipients of the scholarship are required to submit their invoices and receipts to BMA Education Fund for administrative purposes. The agreed-upon scholarship payment will be debited into the recipient’s bank account once a year upon verification of the submitted invoices / receipts.
14. Will I have to pay anything back after I graduate?
No, the BMA Education Fund Scholarship is NOT a loan, therefore recipients do not have to pay anything back upon completion of their studies.
15. Will I have to work for the Behn Meyer Group after I graduate?
There will not be any bond applicable. However, recipients may be offered an employment opportunity at the discretion of the company.
16. What is the next step after I submit the application form?
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview date within 2 months after the closing date via phone or email.
17. Where will the interview be held? How long will it take?
The interview for shortlisted candidates will be held at Behn Meyer AgriCare HQ, Subang Jaya. The interview session itself will last between 20 to 30 minutes. In addition, shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete an essay while on-site. Shortlisted candidates are advised to arrive early for the interview session. Candidates travelling in from outstation will be reasonably reimbursed for expenses associated with the interview.
18. How many scholarships will be offered?
Up to 3 scholarships may be offered every year based on the BMA Education Fund committee’s discretion.
19. How much is the scholarship amount?
The scholarship is worth RM10,000 per year per candidate until the completion of the recipient’s course, subject to terms and conditions.
20. Do I have to apply for the scholarship every year?
No. If selected, BMA Education Fund will provide the scholarship for the entire duration of the recipient’s course. The amount awarded will be paid out once a year for the entire duration of the recipient’s course.
21. Are internships with BMA mandatory?
Yes. BMA believes that a complete education includes real world experience in the industry. BMA is a leading player in the agriculture industry and is prepared to provide the right working and learning experience for all recipients.
22. How long are the internships in BMA?
Arrangements will be made to best suit the time and duration with vacancies available within BMA at the relevant time. It should generally be for periods of 2 weeks to 4 weeks per academic year.
23. Will I receive any payment during the internships?
Yes, BMA will provide reasonable internships allowances.
24. How will I know the details of my internship?
BMA will provide ample notice in writing to recipients of when their internship periods will be.
25. Whom may I contact for additional information or for special inquiries?
Please submit any queries to Ms Julie Leong via email (julieleong@behnmeyer.com.my) or phone (03-8026 3463).