JDS Application Guiline

FOR INQUIRIES JDS Official Web site http://jds-scholarship.org/

JICE JDS Project Office Email: [email protected]

TEL: 04-3934-7711 / 7712

Contents

I. Application Guideline 1. About JDS Scholarship 2 2. System of JDS Vietnam 2 3. Applicant Eligibility 3 4. JDS Operating Committee (OC) 3 5. Selection Process 4 6. Selection Criteria 5 7. Award Benefits 5 8. Important JDS Rules 5

II. Effective Preparation

1. Application Documents 6 2. Tips on Application and Selection (Reference) 8 3. Guideline for Writing a Research Proposal 10 4. FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) 12

III. Sub-Program (SP) / Component (CP)

1. Framework of JDS Vietnam 14 2. Information of Each Sub-Program / Component 15

IV. University Information

1. Hitotsubashi University School of International and Public Policy

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2. International University of Japan Graduate School of International Management (GSIM)

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3. Hiroshima University Graduate School for International Development and Cooperation

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4. Nagoya University Graduate School of Environmental Studies 30 5. International University of Japan

Graduate School of International Relations (GSIR) International Development Program

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6. Kyushu University Graduate School of Engineering 34 7. Kyushu University

Graduate School of Bio resource and Bioenvironmental Sciences 36

8. Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology Graduate School of Agriculture

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9. University of Tsukuba Graduate School of Life and Environmental Sciences

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10. Nagoya University Graduate School of Law 42 11. Kyushu University Graduate School of Law 44 12. International University of Japan

Graduate School of International Relations (GSIR) Public Management and Policy Analysis Program

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13. Meiji University Graduate School of Governance Studies 48

V. Voice of Graduates 50

JDS Vietnam 2015 (for AY 2016-2017)

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Sub-Program 1 (Target Priority

Area)

Component 1-1 (Development Issue)

University 1

Component 1-2 (Development Issue)

University 2

Priority Org. A

Priority Org. B

Priority Org. C

Priority Org. D

I. Application Guideline

1. About JDS Scholarship

Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) was established by the Government of Vietnam with the assistance of the Government of Japan in 2000. Objectives of JDS Support for Human Resource Development

JDS objective is to strengthen the government’s administrative capacities in the Vietnam through providing the opportunity to obtain the Master’s degree to the young capable government employees who are expected to engage in formulating and implementing social and economic development plans and play leadership roles to contribute to the development of the country.

Enhance Bilateral Relationships It is expected for JDS participants to contribute to expand and enhance foundation for bilateral relations with Japan, utilizing the human network obtained through the academic and social activities, and experience in Japan.

Beneficiaries of JDS For the participants (JDS Fellows)

JDS Fellows will acquire expertise to use for policy making and institutional building for the development of their country, and also build human network in and out of Japan through the two-year study in Japan

For the organizations (The Fellows’ workplace)

The Fellows’ workplace will attain highly-capable and motivated returnees (JDS Fellows) who can effectively contribute to the organizational missions

For the Country (The Fellows’ country) The Fellows’ country will improve institutional capability of the target organizations which leads to foster country’s development

2. System of JDS Vietnam

The framework of the JDS Project under new system was applied in 2009 and revised in 2013 in Vietnam. The approach gives its most importance on "selection and concentration" on the target priority issues, securing further effectiveness and efficiencies of the project. A single project (one phase) is designed to have “four batches” (Fellows in each fiscal year constitute one batch), and this is the third batch in phase 2 in Vietnam

The new JDS Project consists of the sectors called “Sub-Program” and “Component”, which correspond to and deal with the selected target priority areas and development issues, which were confirmed as being indispensable to the economic and social development of the country.

The Fellows of the JDS program are selected from public sector and JDS focuses on the “Priority Organizations” which mission is closely related to the target priority areas (Sub-Program) and development issues (Component).

Accepting universities are also determined under each Component, which offers educational programs relevant to the needs of Vietnam. The degree to be received is master’s degree (2 years course), and medium of instruction is English.

JDS is funded by the Government of Japan through ODA (Official Development Assistance) supported by Japanese tax payers.

JDS targets young government officials who are expected to contribute to the development of their countries.

JDS provides Vietnamese government officers to study at 2-year master courses (instructed in English) at Japanese universities.

P14 “Framework of JDS Vietnam.” P15 “Information of Each Sub-Program /Component”

For further details


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3. Applicant Eligibility

4. JDS Operating Committee (OC) JDS Operating Committee (OC) is the decision-making committee of JDS Project. It consists of both members of Vietnamese and

Japanese governments. The OC not only sets the framework and selection policies but also evaluates candidates in final selection phase.

JDS Operating Committee (OC) Vietnam

Government of Vietnam

Government of Japan

Ministry of Education and Training JICA Vietnam Office

Ministry of Planning and Investment

JICE (Japan International Cooperation Center)

JICE supports a smooth implementation of JDS Project as an agent of Ministry of Education and Training (MOET). Under a contract with MOET, JICE also supports JDS Fellows studying in Japan

Nationality Citizens of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and residing in Vietnam at the time of application.

Age Between 24 and 39 as of April 1st, 2016 (Born on/after April 2nd, 1976 and born on/before April 1st, 1992)

Academic Background University (Bachelor) Degree (Full-time and formal training)

Work Experience

・ Only Government Employees are eligible. ・ Have at least two (2) years of full-time work experience in public sector at the time of application

(including at least six (6) months at the current organization)

English Proficiency

Have a good command of English. Note: Final Candidates must obtain TOEFL ITP 500 (iBT 61) / IELTS 5.5 (with no sub-band under 5.0) or above by the end of February, 2016. Note: TOEFL ITP test will be held for applicants after qualification screening of the application documents. Those who have a qualified English score can be exempt from the TOEFL ITP test arranged by JDS Project Office.

Health Condition

Mentally and physically in good health. Note: Applicants need to take and pass all medical check-up at the time of Comprihesive Interview. This medical check-up is arranged by JDS Project Office. Note: Applicants in pregnancy are NOT eligible to apply for JDS project. Applicants who get pregnant during the selection or after announcement of final results will be disqualified from JDS scholarship.

Ineligibility

A person falls under the following conditions is not eligible to apply for JDS scholarship.

・ Those who are currently receiving (or scheduled to receive) another international government scholarship (including other scholarships of Japan).

・ Those who have obtained a master’s or higher degrees overseas under the support of foreign government scholarship.

・ Military personnel and military civilian employees registered on the active list, and also personnel on temporary leave from the active list.

Others JDS Fellows are required to return to Vietnam and work for a period of at least two (2) years upon completing the scholarship.


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5. Selection Process

Schedule Steps Description

Aug 19 - Oct 23, 2015 Application Closing Date: 17:00, October 23, 2015 (Fri) Further details → P6 “Application Documents”

Middle of Nov, 2015 Academic Aptitude Test

TOEFL-ITP and Math tests1 (The Math test results will be used as references by the universities in later selection stages)

Late Nov –

Middle of Dec, 2015 1st Selection Document Screening: Application Documents and research proposal will be

examined by the Japanese universities.

Middle of Jan, 2016 2nd Selection Technical Interview: Faculty members of the Japanese Universities will visit Hanoi to conduct the interview exams.

Middle of Feb, 2016 Health Checkup The health checkup will be arranged at a designated hospital in Hanoi

Middle of Feb, 2016 3rd Selection Comprehensive Interview: The Operating Committee members will conduct their interview exams. “Official Permission letter” will be required2

Early Mar, 2016 Approval by the OC Successful candidates will be approved and announced..

Mar - Apr, 2016 Application Procedure JICE will support candidates' application for each university

Jul - Aug, 2016 Orientations Provided by JICA, MOET and JICE

Aug, 2016 Departure for Japan JICE will arrange air-ticket, visa, and also support JDS Fellows after the arrival in Japan

<Pre-cautions> All the selection costs will be covered by JDS Project including transportation and accommodation allowances for candidates to attend

interviews in Hanoi. Application Documents will not be returned (Please keep a copy of your documents for yourself) Application Documents with false statements or plagiarism will be immediately disqualified A result of each selection will be sent to candidates by post/email from JDS Project Office. Telephone notification may apply for

candidates from provinces other than Hanoi if necessary. In principle, reasons of the selection-results will not be opened.

1 Applicants for GS of Law, Nagoya University and GS of Law, Kyushu University will be exempted from math test. 2 Candidates will be required to submit an “Official Permission Letter” before undergoing the Comprehensive Interview. “Official Permission Letter” is a preliminary confirmation letter to check if candidates’ workplaces can release them from their work duties while keeping their positions during their study for 2 years in Japan.

TOEFL & Math test 1st Selection Document Screening

2nd Selection Technical Interview

3rd Selection Comprehensive Interview


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6. Selection Criteria

Selection process Criteria Intent and Purpose

1st Selection Document Screening

・ Academic records and background ・ Possibility of future contribution with learnt knowledge ・ Research Proposal ・ Relevance between Research Proposal and

Sub-Program / Component (Development issues set in JDS)

・ Reference Letter (Annex in the application document)

The Japanese universities evaluate applicants’ basic knowledge, ability and academic background. Compatibility to the university course will be also examined.

2nd Selection Technical Interview

・ Academic background and learning ability ・ Capacity for completing the study in Japan ・ Possibility of contributing to the development of the

country ・ Compatibility to the university course

The universities mainly evaluate academic knowledge, candidates’ idea about research proposal, etc. Communication skill and the ability of logical thinking are also checked through the interview.

3rd Selection Comprehensive

Interview

・ Capacity for completing the study in Japan ・ Capacity to utilize outcomes of the study over the long

term ・ Possibility of contributing to the development of the

country

After the universities check the candidates’ academic abilities, the Operating Committee evaluates the candidates’ capacity of future contribution to the development of the country such as purpose of study in Japan, career plan after the study, etc.

* The English and math test results will be used as references by the universities in the selection stages

7. Award Benefits

The awards are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by JDS Project. The following benefits generally apply: Full tuition fees Air fare Arrival allowance Accommodation allowance Monthly Scholarship Subsidiary allowance for purchasing books Subsidiary allowance for shipping Subsidiary allowance for traveling and seminar Overseas travel insurance Supports from the agent Finding accommodation Initial settlement of your life in Japan Emergency situation etc.

8. Important JDS Rules

JDS has specific rules to realize its project goals and to secure study environment of the Fellows.

Before dispatched to Japan JDS Fellows must submit a JDS Pledge to the Ministry of

Education and Training of the Government of Vietnam to commit themselves to follow JDS Rules.

During the stay in Japan The Fellows are allowed to bring their family members to

Japan only after 3 months from the date of arrival in Japan. The Fellows are prohibited from Working Driving motor vehicles, and Applying for further studies such as a doctoral course in

Japan The Fellows must complete the study within the

predetermined period of study, and return to his/her country soon after the study completion.

After returning to home country The Fellows must attend a report meeting held by the

Operating Committee. The Fellows are obliged to return and work within

Vietnam at least two (2) years in their own organizations complying with the Act of Pledge required by the Ministry of Education and Training.

Further details will be explained in an orientation provided after the selection.


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II. Effective Preparation

1. Application Documents

All applicants are required to submit necessary documents upon application. Please follow the manner in preparation below. 1) Application Documents Application Form (AF) and other prescribed forms can be downloaded at JDS website: http://jds-scholarship.org/.

Download password will be required. First, fill out a password request form in this website. Then, JICE JDS Project Office will send the password to you by E-mail.

2) Precautions 3 sets of Application Documents are required. (See the instruction below.) To prepare for the 3 sets, please care about 3 types of documents. (original / copy of original) All documents written in other language than English need notarized English translation. (self translation is not acceptable.) Use only A4 size paper for all copy sets. Do not staple the documents but clip on them. Submit “Reason Letter” in case wrong information (e.g. wrong spelling of name, birthday, etc) is contained in official documents

due to administrative errors. Make your own extra copy of the application documents before submission.

3) List of Application Documents

Doc No.

Application Documents Remarks

1 Application Checklist · This list is enclosed in the set of Application Form (AF)

2 Application Form – with Photo (3cmX4cm) (Prescribed form)

· 3 photos (within the past 3 months) should be attached to 1st page of all the 3 sets · Should have signature on the lower right-hand corner of EACH PAGE

3 University Certificate/Diploma · If in Vietnamese language: Submit notarized English translation · If in English language: Submit notarized copies · Transcript must contain all the grades earned in the university 4 Official Transcript of Records

5 Reference Letter “Annex” (Prescribed form)

· Filled-up by the current supervisor · Must be sealed in envelope upon submission · Written in English or accompanied with notarized English translation if in Vietnamese.

6 [Optional] International English proficiency test result (IELTS or TOEFL)

· Scores obtained within 2 years as of May 31st, 2016 are valid.

7 Personal Identification Document

· Submit ONE of the following ID documents - Passport (Photocopy of Personal Page only) - National ID card (Submit a notarized English translation)

8 Official Nomination Letter · Signed by the designated official (eg. Director General of Personnel Department). Please inquire to the department in charge of JDS in your organization for details.

9 Proof of Employment History · Submit a notarized English translation of labor contract(s) or Decision of Employment showing qualified work experience to JDS requirement

10 Questionnaire A on Medical History and Present Health Condition (Prescribed form)

11 Questionnaire B on Source of Information (Prescribed form)


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4) Arrangement of Application Documents As mentioned above, 3 sets of Application Documents are required. 1 original set and 2 sets of copy Arrange those sets, following a manner of arrangement below. The document No. below corresponds to the ones in the table “3) List of Application Documents” on P6. 1 original set 1. Application check list ← Top page 2. Application Form (AF) 3. University Certificate/Diploma 4. Academic Transcripts 5. Reference Letter ( Annex) 6. Valid Official Certificate of IELTS or TOEFL (if any) 7. Personal Identification Document 8. Official Nomination Letter ( in Vietnamese) 9. Proof of Employment History 10. Questionnaire on Medical History and

Present health Condition 11. Questionnaire on Source of Information

2 sets of copy ・ Make 2 sets of copy ・ Paste a photo on each AF ・ Separate the copies into 2 individual sets.

5) Submission of Application Documents Precautions

・ Application lacking of necessary documents will not be accepted. ・ Application after the deadline will not be accepted. ・ Application Documents must be submitted by post or hand. (Application by e-mail or FAX will not be accepted.) ・ Application will be disqualified in case false statements and/or plagiarism is found. ・ Application Documents will not be returned for any reasons.

Tips on submission JDS Office recommends submitting the Application Documents a week earlier than the deadline for application. Because JDS Office can advise on the arrangement of the documents, and the applicants also have time to revise or correct it. JDS Office will be crowded with applicants from 3 days before the deadline.

Deadline for Application Submission

Deadline for Application: 17:00 PM, October 23, 2015 (Fri)

JICE JDS Project Office in Vietnam 3rd Floor, VJCC, Foreign Trade University, 91 Chua Lang, Dong Da, Hanoi, Vietnam Phone: 04-3934-7711 / 7712 Email: [email protected] Office Hour: 8:30-12:00 / 13:30-17:00, Monday to Friday

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2. Tips on Application and Selection (Reference)

There are no sure ways to pass the JDS selection. However, it is certain that the better you prepare for the application documents, the more chances to pass the selection you have. Here are tips on the preparation for Application Form (AF) and Research Proposal (RP).

About the selection and criteria As shown in the chart above, you will have to search a lot of information and literature before challenging the JDS. Here, it is important to know in advance about the selection and its evaluation criteria (P5) and prepare your AF and, RP with a view to the selection.

(1) JDS analysis About JDS objectives and framework First of all, let’s start studying JDS. “Objectives of JDS” is written in P2. “Sub-Program and Component (SP/CP)” and “Priority Organizations (PO)” are shown in P15~22. But, here, most importantly, you have to note the reasons why JDS is provided to the government sector, why SP/CP and PO are set in the JDS framework. The answers to those questions will be an important basis in starting further preparation for AF, RP and the selection.

JDS is designed to support the human resource development of Vietnam Government sector can directly and widely contribute to the development. SP/CP are set based on the development plan of the Government of Vietnam

(GOV). and Japan’s aid policy. PO are considered to be closely involved in the development.

(2) Country analysis As mentioned in “(1) JDS analysis” above, “SP/CP” is set based on the development plan of the Government of Vietnam (Socio-Economic Development Strategy (SEDS), Human Resource Development Strategy (HRDS), etc). First, read and understand a background of the SP/CP you want to apply for (P15~) to know what kind of development issues are assumed and what kind of research are expected in JDS. Then, get information on development issues of Vietnam (SEDP, issues of your workplace, etc) to deepen your understanding on the status of the development. This analysis of present development status will be important not only for making a RP but also for later selection steps (interviews). Read and understand a background of the SP/CP you apply for (P15~) Check such materials as SEDS, issues of your workplace, etc.

(3) Workplace analysis As shown in “JDS framework (P15)”, PO is set under the each CP and considered to be closely related with the development issues (CP) as mentioned in “JDS analysis” above. Therefore, it is essential for you to know what kind of mission has in the context of the development of Vietnam. On the other hand, also observe what kind of issues your workplace tackles, what are lacking in your workplace to solve the issues. Those observations will help you conduct further analysis below. Check missions and roles of your workplace in the context of the development of your

country. Also observe what is necessary in your workplace to solve the development issues of

your workplace. Those observations will help you find reasons to study in Japan.

Development Plan of GOV

Gov. Sector JDS

Human Resource

(You!)

Development of Vietnam

Development Policies

For Vietnam nation


JPN Univ.

Aid policy of Japan

JDS SP (Target Priority Areas)

PO (Priority Organizations)

CP (Development issues)


JPN Univ.

Aid policy of Japan

JDS SP (Target Priority Areas) CP (Development issues)


(1) JDS analysis

(2) Country analysis

(3) Workplace analysis

(4) University analysis

JDS Selection 1st Selection (AF/RP Screening) 2nd Selection (Technical Interview)3rd Selection

(Comprehensive Interview)

Research Proposal

(RP)

(5) Career plan

(6) Japan analysis

(7) Test preparation

Application Form (AF)


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(4) University analysis As shown in “JDS framework (P15)”, Japanese universities (courses) are also set under the each CP. Imagine a university which is to equip you with sufficient knowledge in order to tackle development issues. They, of course, want a student with necessary academic level. In addition, they also want a student who has a motivation to learn in their university. Then, how do you show it? One of the ways to show your motivation is how much you know about the university

you are applying for. Access the university website to know their location, history, provided courses, the

faculty members. Find some interesting professors, and check their research areas, current activities,

their published academic papers, etc. (5) Career plan As you can see it in Application Form (AF), you will be required to fill in [Q6] your work experience, [Q7] Research proposal and [Q8] future contribution. Those questions are very coherent in the sense that each question asks [who you are / what you are doing now], [what you want to do in Japan] and [what you can / want to do after your study]. So, those questions ask how you grasp your career and study in the context of the development of your country. This is a clear tip to answer to those questions in AF. Question 6, 7, and 8 in the AF are NOT separate questions. They are very

coherent.

About work experience (Q6 in AF) Due to no awareness of the connections among [Q6], [Q7] and [Q8], About [Q6], some people do nothing but list up their daily work without being aware of those connections. As mentioned above, it is important to show your current (or previous) works in the context of the development issues in order to bridge your answers to the next questions (Research Proposal and career plan after study). Q6 just asks your current and previous works. But, based on your answers in this Q6, the

interviewers (The university and OC) try to guess if you can use learnt knowledge in your work after you return from Japan. Therefore, as it were, Q5 and Q7 are two sides of the same coin.

About Research Proposal (Q7 in AF) The details about how to write Research Proposal (RP) is explained in P10. Here, based on the explanation above, keep in mind that the RP is seen as extension of your work [Q6], which will also lead to your career plan after you study in Japan [Q8]. About contribution after study (Q8 in AF) Many probably have trouble answering to this question about how you will contribute to the development after your study in Japan. Considering the objectives of JDS, this is very important part through the selection. Every year, some seem to answer that “I will share my knowledge”, “I will teach at educational institutions” and so on. Those are, of course, important. But, if you are a JDS interviewer, are you interested in those answers? If you already finish the analysis (2) ~ (4) above, you will be able to see what your country needs, what your workplace needs,

and you will discover what you should do for your workplace. In this manner, it is important to overlay your future career (after your study in Japan) on the needs of your country and your

workplace, which also will be a solid and good reasoning to study in Japan! (6) Japan analysis The JDS Fellows are to conduct a research on development issues of their home countries. But, taking into account that they study in Japan, you are recommended to know in advance, at least, about historical and empirical cases of Japan in your research field. (7) Test preparation As shown in “Selection Process (P4)”, the results of English and math tests will be used as references by the universities in the 1st selection (AF and RP screening by the universities in Japan). It is strongly recommended to prepare for those tests, improving your

ability by self-study. You can prepare both tests in advance! About TOEFL test, get used to the test format using sample test and

textbooks. About math test, question and solution of the past years’ test are

available at JDS website. Using the past tests, check rules and formulas in school textbooks!

Development Plan of GOV Aid policy of Japan

JDS SP (Prioritized Field)



JPN Univ.

- Current work - Research proposal

- After study

Development Plan of GOV Aid policy of Japan

JDS SP (Prioritized Field)



JPN Univ.

TOEFL preparation ETS web site https://www.ets.org/toefl_itp/content/sample_questions Past math test JDS website http://jds-scholarship.org/past/index.html


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3. Guideline for Writing a Research Proposal

(1) Guideline for writing a research proposal In the application for JDS, the research proposal for your Master’s thesis should； Address the current issues/problems of the current

socioeconomic development of your country and how to remedy these issues/problems.

Present a detailed work plan on how and what you need to achieve for the goal of your study.

The research proposal, which is submitted for the application is not deemed to be final. It will be revised during the Master’s course in the line with the Component. What is the purpose of the research proposal? It is to help its readers (faculty members of graduate schools) evaluate the significance and potentiality of your research through the following points: 1) Does the research plan address the important policy

questions of your country? 2) Does the research proposal show that you are strongly

motivated and adequately prepared to implement the research successfully?

3) Who will benefit from the result of your research? Will the result of your research contribute to solving or clarifying policy

questions important for your country? 4) Does the research help you to participate more effectively in

the development process of your country after your completion of the course?

5) Is your academic background strong enough to implement your research plan?

6) Is your job experience sufficiently rich to pursue your research? (Not necessary if other application material is good enough to show that the answers are positive.)

7) Does your research plan fit well with the program of the graduate school you are applying for?

8) Is your research question academically significant? The importance of each point, however, depends on the field of study / school program you are applying for. Some graduate programs may require more specific information about the data and method of analysis. Therefore it is essential to go through the “University Information” as well as the website of the university carefully before writing research proposal. Writing a research proposal is the beginning of your research. It is highly recommended that you keep improving your research proposal before coming to Japan after being selected as a Fellow.

(2) Outline of the research proposal (Example)

Title Show the nature of your proposed research clearly, but try to avoid too short or redundant.

Introduction

Background Position your research theme here to state a significance of your research in the research areas. The literature review is not a part to merely describe preceding studies but to sort out what researches have done, what have been found and what are unknown in your research field. Also consider relevance with development issues and your workplace. List the preceding studies taken up here in a reference section at the end of your research plan.

Literature Review

Purpose and Questions

Shape and clarify what you want to reveal by your research. It’s recommended to think research purposes at higher level than one in your daily works. The research itself is not a purpose. Your research is for the development of country and your workplace. Avoid contradicting the position of your theme stated in the background above. As for the research questions, set your questions, referring to the preceding studies above,

development issues of your country and workplace, and also taking into consideration your research methodologies. With solid research questions, the research methodologies will be clarified accordingly.

Main Body Methodology

This is the main part of your research proposal. Develop your opinion and give more information. Explain what & how to study. Detail your research procedure within the given timeframe. List sources and quality of evidence you will consult, the analytical technique you will employ,

and the timetable you will follow. Describe the intended methods of data gathering, the controls you will introduce, the statistical

methods to be used, the type of literature or documentary analysis to be followed, etc.

Conclusion Expected Results Significance

Tell the reader the important point to stress and address your future plan. Expected learning/findings from your research Describe your future plan how to utilize your research outcome to solve the issue mentioned in

the first part after you return to the country/workplace. Describe how your research outcome contributes to the development of the country/workplace.

Bibliography Include all the resources that were used in the writing of the research proposal. For more information, please refer to the websites on academic writing.

The Writing Center, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus http://www2.smumn.edu/deptpages/~tcwritingcenter/Forms_of_Writing/ResearchProposal.htm University of Oxford: Guidelines to Writing a Research Proposal http://www.geog.ox.ac.uk/graduate/apply/research_proposal.html


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(3) Warnings about “Plagiarism” “Plagiarism” is a serious offense in academic field. Plagiarism means using others’ ideas and words without clearly acknowledging the source of that information. University students including JDS applicants and Fellows are members of the academic field, and must avoid the plagiarism in making a research proposal and thesis. Otherwise, you may be disqualified from the selection, or even be discharged from the university, once the plagiarism is found on your research proposal, or academic work in the university. Such cases are deemed as plagiarism: Copying from books or articles written by another author without full acknowledgement Copying from an internet source without attribution text or information Misrepresentation of someone’s work as original work

To avoid plagiarism, you must cite sources and give credit whenever you use: Another person’s idea, opinion, or theory Any facts, statistics, graphs, drawings – any pieces of information – that are not common knowledge Quotation of another person’s actual spoken or written words, or Paraphrase of another person’s spoken or written words

When you make your research proposal, also pay attention to “Paraphrase”. Paraphrase is a re-expression of another person’s ideas in your own words. There is accurate and inaccurate way of paraphrasing. Here is some websites for more explanation on those matters. Applicants must prepare research proposal carefully to avoid plagiarism. Plagiarism and how to avoid it INDIANA UNIVERSITY BOOMINGTON, Writing Tutorial Service, Plagiarism: What it is and how to recognize and avoid it. http://www.indiana.edu/~wts/pamphlets/plagiarism.shtml

Paraphrase and examples The Writing Center @ THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN – MADISON, the Writer’s Handbook avoiding plagiarism http://writing.wisc.edu/Handbook/QPA_paraphrase.html INDIANA UNIVERSITY BOOMINGTON, Writing Tutorial Service, How to Recognize Plagiarism https://www.indiana.edu/~istd/example1paraphrasing.html

Citing references

It is important to cite sources you used in your research plan. Refer to the following useful sites for further details.

About the citing references: University of Reading, Library – Citing References http://libguides.reading.ac.uk/citing-references About various citing examples University of Maryland, University College, APA citation examples http://www.umuc.edu/library/libhow/apa_examples.cfm

Plagiarism

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Critical care nurses function in a hierarchy of roles. In this open heart surgery unit, the nurse manager hires and fires the nursing personnel. The nurse manager does not directly care for patients but follows the progress of unusual or long-term patients. On each shift a nurse assumes the role of resource nurse. This person oversees the hour-by-hour functioning of the unit as a whole, such as considering expected admissions and discharges of patients, ascertaining that beds are available for patients in the operating room, and covering sick calls. Resource nurses also take

Critical care nurses have a hierarchy of roles. The nurse manager hires and fires nurses. S/he does not directly care for patients but does follow unusual or long-term cases. On each shift a resource nurse attends to the functioning of the unit as a whole, such as making sure beds are available in the operating room, and also has a patient assignment. The nurse

Chase (1995) describes how nurses in a critical care unit function in a hierarchy that places designated experts at the top and the least senior staff nurses at the bottom. The experts — the nurse manager, nurse clinician, and clinical nurse specialist — are not involved directly in patient care. The staff nurses, in contrast, are assigned to patients and provide all their nursing care.

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4. FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1. What is the Sub-Program (SP) / Component (CP)? They are the fields of study determined based on the priority

development issues of each JDS recipient country. JDS Fellows are expected to prepare the research proposal in line with the stated issues. Please study your applying Sub-program/ Component before application. Q2. I cannot speak/understand Japanese. Can I apply for this project? Yes, you can. Basically, master’s programs under JDS are

instructed in English. Because of this, English proficiency is more valued than Japanese proficiency. Q3. How should I count my age, the way of counting is different from Japanese way? Is the way of counting age by Vietnamese way different from Japanese way? The age should be counted in Japanese way. It should be one

year when you are exactly reached 12 months after you were born. (Ex.）If you were born on 1st February, 1980, you are 36 years old as of 1st April, 2016. Q4. How should I count the period of schooling if I attended more than 2 schools at the same time? Please do not count it separately but based on the years you

studied. See an example below. 9/1999-6/2003 School A (4 years) 9/2000-6/2003 School B (3 years) In this example, the total school year is NOT 7 years but 4 years (9/1999~6/2003). Q5. I already received a scholarship from other country. Am I eligible to apply for JDS? The following persons are NOT eligible to apply for JDS.

Persons who are currently receiving or is scheduled to receive another scholarship Persons who had already got master’s degree in other countries under foreign government scholarship. (*) However, persons who are studying in master’s course or obtained master degree without foreign assistance in local/foreign universities are eligible. Q6. I already have a master’s Degree in Vietnam. Am I eligible to apply? Yes, you are. Persons who are studying in master’s course or

obtained master degree without foreign assistance in local/foreign universities are eligible to apply for JDS. Please remember that you are required to submit your undergraduate academic record and degree as well as those of postgraduate course. Q7. Can I apply for a component which is not relevant with my major at university? Yes, you can. Your major at university is not of criteria for us to

refer to your qualification. Only for GS of Law, Nagoya University and GS of Law, Kyushu University, bachelor of law is preferable.

Q8. I graduated from more than 2 universities. Which diploma/transcript should I submit? If you write down both universities as Educational Background in

the Application Form, please submit both of them. Q.9 My academic record was officially issued in Vietnamese and English by my university. Does JDS still require a notarized English translation? No, we do not. Just notarized copy is needed

Q10. I lost my university diploma and now I only keep some notarized copies. I cannot get a notarized English translation from them. What should I do? It is responsibility of a candidate to collect all necessary

documents for application. Q11. How do I write a research proposal? Please refer to “Guideline for Writing a Research Proposal” in

this booklet. You can also refer to many literatures about how to make a research proposal on the internet. Please pay attention to avoid “plagiarism”. Q12. Does JDS accept a handwriting application? No, only type-writing is accepted.

Q13. Where can I get the Application Form? Please access JDS web-site.

http://jds-scholarship.org/

Application Form (AF), Application Guideline (AG) and university information can be downloaded from this website.

Q14. Do I need take English and math test? And do these scores affect the JDS selection? Yes. Every applicant must take the English examination (TOEFL).

Regarding math examination, it depends on your applying university. The scores of English and math examination will be used as a reference for the document screening by the accepting universities. Q15. If I am suddenly busy on the English examination day, can I take a TOEFL test in a different day instead? No, you cannot. Applicants are required to sit for the TOEFL on

the designated day. Q16. How can I know the each selection result? JICE JDS Project Office will announce the result of each

selection to you via email.


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Q17. Will you give us the university information in detail? For the information, please refer to the “University Information”

(P23~) attached to the Application Guidelines. You can also visit university’s website for more details. Q18. Can you tell me the e-mail address of the university professors who are in charge of JDS? Please firstly contact JDS Project Office for the further

information. Depends on the case, it is not recommended to contact professors directly. Q19. I cannot decide university. Will you tell me which university is best for me? No, we cannot. It is your responsibility to decide a university to

apply for. Please read “University Information” carefully and choose the best one that is suitable for your research plan on your own. Q20. Can I change the university after the submission of the documents? No, you cannot change the university after the submission of the

documents for any reason. Q21. Can I change a graduate school under applied university when selected as a JDS fellow? No, you cannot. The graduate schools are fixed in accordance

with the sub-programs and components. Q22. If I am selected as a JDS fellow, can I stay at a dormitory of the school that I apply for? It depends on the arrangement of each university. If you are

selected as a JDS fellow, we will inform you with more details of accommodation. Q23. How should I go to Japan, and how to start to live? JICE will support all JDS Fellows during the stay in Japan.

Fellows’ air-ticket and visa to enter Japan will be arranged by JICE. In Japan, JICE will also assist the Fellows in accommodation hunting and university entrance procedure. JICE will support JDS Fellows all the time from your departure to return. Q24. Is JDS a full scholarship? Yes. All the costs to study in Japan will be covered by JDS. For

further detail, please refer to “Award Benefits” in this booklet. Q25. Can I extend my stay after the completion of master’s program? No. All JDS Fellows MUST return to their country by the

designated date after the graduation, complying with the Pledges required by the JDS Operating Committee as well as the Government of Vietnam. JDS Fellows have an obligation to return to the belonging organization and contribute to the socio-economic development of the country with acquired knowledge and skills.

Q26. Can I bring my family to Japan during my scholarship? Yes, you can, but you need to wait for three months since you

arrive in Japan. JDS Project regulates that you are not allowed to bring your dependants (spouse and child/children) to Japan for three (3) months after your arrival in Japan so that you can fully concentrate on your study. However, each university may have its own regulations/rules regarding bringing family members. No additional expenses for dependants will be covered by JDS project. Q27. How can I obtain general information about Japan?

■Living Guide : http://www.clair.or.jp/tagengorev/en/index.html

■Japan in general

http://web-japan.org/


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III. Sub-Program (SP) / Component (CP)

1. Framework of JDS Vietnam 15

2. Information of Each Component (CP)

1-1. Strengthening of Market Economy System 16

1-2. Network Development for Transportation and Communications, Urban Development 17

1-3. Stable Supplies for Energy 18

2-1. Agriculture and Rural Development 19

2-2. Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Prevention 20

3-1. Strengthening of the Legal System 21

3-2. Strengthening of the Administrative Capacity 22


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1. Framework of JDS Vietnam

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then

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ness

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then

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of

Mar

ket E

cono

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inist

ry o

f Pla

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d In

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Min

istry

of I

ndus

try a

nd T

rade

・

Min

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of F

inan

ce

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e St

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Bank

of V

ietn

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m A

cade

my

of S

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over

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f Edu

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d Tr

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f Int

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Publ

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(Pub

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Min

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of C

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Min

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and

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shim

a Un

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f Agr

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of S

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of A

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and

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f Ind

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and

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2. Information of Each Sub-Program / Component

Sub-program 1. Promotion of Economic Growth and Strengthening of International Competitiveness

Component 1-1 Strengthening of Market Economy System

Priority

Organizations

Ministry of Planning and Investment, Ministry of Finance, The State Bank of Vietnam, Ministry of Industry and Trade,

Vietnam Academy of Social Science, Government Office, and Ministry of Education and Training

Background

and Needs

Vietnam sets a governmental target of industrialization by 2020 in its “Socio-Economic Development Strategy

(2011-2020)” and “Socio-Economic Development Plan (2011-2015)”. These plans place a focus on sustainable

growth of the nation through enhancing global competitiveness and capacity building of government officials in order

to achieve an international integration and a stability of the society. Moreover, “Human Resource Development

Strategy (2011-2020)” emphasizes cultivation of government officials capable of coping with changes in the world

with the goal of global integration. It also focuses on strengthening administration, policymaking, and international

laws as prioritized areas.

In order to achieve national target of industrialization by 2020, Vietnam needs to strengthen international

competitiveness. Even though Vietnam has achieved in the development of various economic system, such as

accession of WTO in 2007 as a result of transitions to open markets and market economy after introduction of Doi Moi

in 1986, the system and capacity to properly implement economic reforms are necessary to be strengthened. While

the international economic environment has been changing, continuous reform of the economic systems in line with

internal and external economic conditions are necessary. Therefore, there is a need for capacity building of

government officials who are in charge of system and policy formulations.

In this Component, JDS project aims to foster human resources of relevant ministries and state organizations to

improve the capability of planning, development, and operation of financial policy, monetary policy, industrial and

trading policy as well as other economic related policies which are required to accelerate market economy.

Objective/

Research Area

1) Overall Goal

To ensure that JDS returned participants will help to improve the institutional capacities of relevant administrative

institutions, which are engaged in planning, development, and operation of policies and systems in the field of

financial policy, monetary policy, industrial and trading policy as well as other economic related policies which are

necessary to accelerate market economy.

2) Project Purpose

To ensure that government employees, who are engaged in financial policy, monetary policy, industrial and trading

policy as well as other economic related policies necessary to accelerate market economy, improve their capability of

planning, development and operation of policies and systems.

[Research Area]

Economic Policy, Monetary Policy, Financial Policy,

Industrial Policy, Trading Policy and other economic

related policies and system

[Degree]

Master of Public Policy (Public Economics), Master of

Business Administration


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Component 1-2 Network Development for Transportation and Communications, Urban Development

Priority

Organizations

Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Construction, Hanoi City People's Committee, Ho Chi Minh City People's

Committee, Ministry of Education and Training, and Government Office

Background

For achieving sustainable economic growth, Vietnam should deal with increasing demand for transportation and

rapid urbanization. Further, it requires improvement of transportation network that contributes to smooth and safe

distribution of goods as well as human mobility. This improvement should be achieved through further development

of physical infrastructure such as roads, railways, seaports and airports. Moreover, Vietnam has to deal with other

issues such as development and quality control of human resources to operate and maintain the increasing property

for transportation, improvement of institutions to make use of private sector resources, means for traffic safety, and

formulation of long-term strategy to develop transport sector.

In this Component, JDS program aims to foster human resources of relevant ministries and state organizations to

improve strategically important infrastructure and urban transportation systems which support sound development

of urban cities.

Objective/

Research Area

1) Overall Goal


institutions, which are engaged in strategic development planning, transportation infrastructure building and their

management/ operation which are necessary for transportation infrastructure development and urban development.

2) Project Purpose

To ensure that government employees, who are engaged in strategic development planning, and transportation

infrastructure building and their management/ operation necessary for transportation infrastructure development

and urban development, improve their capability of planning, development and operation of policies and systems.

[Research Area]

Urban Development Policy, Transport Engineering

(Airport/Railway/Expressway/Port), Construction

Management, Environment Oriented City Plan, Sustainable

Urban Development

[Degree]

Master of Engineering, Master of Science, Master

of Environmental Science, Master of International

Cooperation Studies


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Component 1-3 Stable Supplies for Energy

Priority

Organizations

Ministry of Industry and Trade, Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Education and Training, and

Government Office

Background

Energy consumption and maximum amount of electricity in past 10 years in Vietnam grew on average 13-14% per

year, which was faster than its economic growth rates. Demand for electricity was 46,000GWh in 2005, and is

currently estimated to increase to 257,000GWh in 2020 (5.6 times higher). It is also expected that Vietnam will shift

to a net energy-importing country around 2015. In order to achieve long-term sustainable economic growth, new

energy sources and electric transmission and distribution network should be developed to help promote electricity

supply. It is also important to increase varieties of energy sources for stable electricity supply, develop primary

energy and promote energy saving.


improve the capability of comprehensive energy policy development, infrastructure development for electricity

generation, and development of technology as well as safety standards necessary for stable supply of electricity.

Objective/

Research area

1) Overall Goal



development of power plants, improvement of power distribution and transformation network and promotion of

energy saving which are necessary for stable energy supply and energy saving.

2) Project Purpose

To ensure that government employees, who are engaged in development of power plants, improvement of power

distribution and transformation network and promotion of energy saving which are necessary for stable energy

supply, improve their capability of planning, development and operation of policies and systems.

[Research Area]

Energy Policy, Energy Environmental Policy, Infrastructure

development for electricity generation, Development of

technology, Safety standards necessary for stable supply of

electricity

[Degree]

Master of Engineering, Master of Arts in

Economics, Master of Arts in International

Development


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Sub-program 2. Countermeasure against the Vulnerabilities

Component 2-1 Agriculture and Rural Development

Priority

Organizations

Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, National Institution of Agricultural Planning and Projection, Ministry

of Education and Training, and Government Office

Background

Agriculture, forestry and fisheries industries are still important in Vietnam, accounting approximately 20% of the

GDP and 50% of the working population, although its industrial structure has been changing because of economic

growth. However, the income level of rural population which consists of approximately 70% of the nation’s

population remains low, and the gap of living standards between urban and rural areas is widening. Moreover,

Vietnam has not achieved global competitiveness in agriculture due to inadequate quality and safety assurance for

their products. Thus, innovation in farming techniques and generating additional values in their products are vital to

the sustainable development of agriculture and rural areas.


improve the capability of modernizing farming techniques, utilizing local resources such as land and water, and

vitalizing rural communities and agricultural economies necessary for sustainable development in agriculture and

rural areas.

Objective/

Research area

1) Overall Goal


institutions, which are engaged in planning, development and operation of policies and systems in the field of

modernization of farming techniques, utilizing local resources such as land and water, and vitalizing rural

communities and agricultural economies which are necessary for sustainable development in agriculture and rural

areas.

2) Project Purpose

To ensure that government employees, who are engaged in modernization of farming techniques, utilizing local

resources such as land and water, and vitalizing rural communities and agricultural economies necessary for

sustainable development in agriculture and rural areas, improve their capability of planning, development, and

operation of policies and systems.

[Research Area]

Agriculture Policy, Agricultural Mechanization, Firming

Techniques, Local Resource Management, Rural Community

Development, Agricultural Economics, Animal Science and

Disease, Food Technology, Food Safety

[Degree]

Master of Agriculture, Master of Science


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Sub-program 2. Countermeasure against the Vulnerabilities

Component 2-2 Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Prevention

Priority

Organizations

Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Ministry of Planning and Investment, Vietnamese Academy of

Science and Technology, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Ministry of Industry and Trade, Ministry of

Education and Training, and Government Office

Background

Vietnam is one of the nations which are likely to suffer severe effects caused by climate change such as saltwater

intrusions in Mekong Delta through rising sea levels and increasing typhoon damages in midland regions. Moreover,

the country faces various challenges because of the recent economic growth including increased greenhouse gas

emissions due to the rising energy consumption, air and water pollution, increasing waste products, and loss of

biodiversity on account of inappropriate land use.


improve the capacity of policymaking and its operation in order to accommodate and reduce climate change,

handling urban environmental issues, sustainable forest administration, conservation of biodiversity, and disaster

prevention.

Objective/

Research area

1) Overall goal


institutions, which are engaged in planning, development, and operation of policies and systems in the field of urban

environmental problems, threats of disaster/ climate change, and conservation of forest and biodiversity.

2) Project purpose

To ensure that government employees, who are engaged in urban environmental problems, threats of disaster/

climate change, and conservation of forest and biodiversity, improve their capability of planning, development, and

operation of policies and systems.

[Research Area]

Environmental Policy, Global Environment (Policy ·

Economy), Climate Change, Urban Environmental Issues,

Sustainable Forest Management, Biodiversity, Disaster

Prevention, Natural Resources and Ecological System

Management, Environmental Ethic and Education,

Countermeasures against Global Warming, Management of

water supply, Sewerage System and Waste, Urban

Environment (General Policy ・Legal system), Application of

Satellite Data (Disaster Management)

[Degree]

Master of Environmental Science


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Sub-program 3 Strengthening of Governance

Component 3-1 Strengthening of the Legal System

Priority

Organizations

Ministry of Justice, Supreme People's Court, Supreme People's Prosecution, Office of the National Assembly,

Ministry of Industry and Trade, Ministry of Education and Training, and Government Office

Background

Vietnam has implemented legal and judicial reforms based on its own strategies, but the reform has not been

completed yet. Not only legislation, revision of laws, and development and improvement of institutions, but also

assistance to human resources training in order to build operational capabilities at field level including provinces is

needed. Furthermore, there is a need for disseminating information regarding laws, and improving access to

judiciary. With regard to strengthening of judicial function, it is vital to make them mutually collaborated in an organic

manner.


improve the capability of legislative policies, planning and operating legislative and judicial agendas necessary to

strengthen the judicial system in Vietnam.

Objective/

Research area

1) Overall goal



formulation of law and judicial policy which are necessary to strengthen the judicial functions.

2) Project objective

To ensure that government employees, who are engaged in formulation of law and judicial policy necessary to

strengthen the judicial functions, improve their capability of planning, development, and operation of policies and

systems.

[Research Area]

Judicial Policy, Judicial System, Legislative policy

[Degree]

Master of Laws


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Sub-program 3. Strengthening of Governance

Component 3-2 Strengthening of the Administrative Capacity

Priority

Organizations

Ministry of Home Affairs, Government Inspectorate, People's Committee in Provinces, The Office of the National

Assembly, Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Public Administration, Government Office, Ministry of

Finance, and Ministry of Education and Training

Background

Vietnam has faced big changes both in society and economy in past 20 years. However, administration reform has

not been implemented in appropriate speed and its quality seems to be deficient. Now, the Government faces

various related issues. In particular, as Vietnam has achieved development to a certain degree, policy issues have

become more complicated and advanced. Consequently, many policies are formulated but not well operated.

Moreover, income gap among citizens is expanding, thus it is more important to reflect citizen's opinions on public

administration. Based on this situation, the Vietnamese government and the Communist Party, which is the

supervising body of the government, focus more on institutional reforms of public administration.


improve the capability of policymaking, improving management, ensuring justice, fairness, neutrality, and

transparency of administration in the whole government including local governments.

Objective/

Research area

1) Overall goal


institutions, which are engaged in planning, development, and operation of policies and systems which are

necessary to strengthen the administrative functions in Vietnam.

2) Project purpose

To ensure that government employees, who are engaged in policy formulation and implementation, improve their

capability of planning, development, and operation of policies and systems which are necessary to strengthen the

administrative functions in Vietnam.

[Research Area]

Public Policy, Public Administration, Training for Public

Servants, Public Sector Reform, Government System,

Governance

[Degree]

Master of Public Policy, Master of Arts in Public

Management


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IV. University Information 1-1. Strengthening of Market Economy System Hitotsubashi University

School of International and Public Policy 24

International University of Japan Graduate School of International Management

26

1-2. Network Development for Transportation and Communications, Urban Development

Hiroshima University Graduate School for International Development and Cooperation 28

Nagoya University Graduate School of Environmental Studies

30

1-3. Stable Supplies for Energy

International University of Japan Graduate School of International Relations 32

Kyushu University Graduate School of Engineering

34

2-1. Agriculture and Rural Development

Kyushu University Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Science 36

Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology Graduate School of Agriculture

38

2-2. Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Prevention

University of Tsukuba Graduate School of Life and Environmental Sciences 40

3-1. Strengthening of the Legal System

Nagoya University Graduate School of Law 42

Kyushu University Graduate School of Law

44

3-2. Strengthening of the Administrative Capacity

International University of Japan Graduate School of International Relations 46

Meiji University Graduate School of Governance Studies

48