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FOR INQUIRIES JDS Official Web site http://jds-scholarship.org/
JICE JDS Project Office Email: jicevn@fpt.vn
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
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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: jicevn@fpt.vn 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
Development Plan of GOV
JPN Univ.
Aid policy of Japan
JDS SP (Target Priority Areas)
PO (Priority Organizations)
CP (Development issues)
Development Plan of GOV
JPN Univ.
Aid policy of Japan
JDS SP (Target Priority Areas) CP (Development issues)
PO (Priority Organizations)
(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)
CP (Development issues)
PO (Priority Organizations)
JPN Univ.
- Current work - Research proposal
- After study
Development Plan of GOV Aid policy of Japan
JDS SP (Prioritized Field)
CP (Development issues)
PO (Priority Organizations)
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
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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
Sub-
Prog
ram
(Tar
get
Prio
rity
Area
) Co
mpo
nent
(D
evel
opm
ent
issu
es)
Prio
rity
Orga
niza
tions
Ac
cept
ing
Univ
ersi
ties
Grad
uate
Sch
ool
Cour
se/P
rogr
am
Degr
ee to
be
obta
ined
Sl
ot
1. P
rom
otio
n of
Ec
onom
ic G
rowt
h an
d St
reng
then
ing
of
Inte
rnat
iona
l Co
mpe
titive
ness
1-1
St
reng
then
ing
of
Mar
ket E
cono
my
Syst
em
・M
inist
ry o
f Pla
nnin
g an
d In
vest
men
t ・
Min
istry
of I
ndus
try a
nd T
rade
・
Min
istry
of F
inan
ce
・Th
e St
ate
Bank
of V
ietn
am
・Vi
etna
m A
cade
my
of S
ocia
l Scie
nce
・G
over
nmen
t Offi
ce
・M
inist
ry o
f Edu
catio
n an
d Tr
aini
ng
Hito
tsub
ashi
Uni
vers
ity
Scho
ol o
f Int
erna
tiona
l and
Pub
lic
Polic
y As
ian
Publ
ic Po
licy Pr
ogram
M
aste
r of P
ublic
Pol
icy
(Pub
lic E
cono
mics
) 3
Inte
rnat
iona
l Uni
vers
ity o
f Ja
pan
Gra
duat
e Sc
hool
of I
nter
natio
nal
Man
agem
ent (
GSI
M)
MBA
Pro
gram
M
aste
r of B
usin
ess A
dmin
istra
tion
2
1-2
Ne
twor
k De
velo
pmen
t for
Tr
ansp
orta
tion
and
Com
mun
icatio
ns,
Urba
n De
velo
pmen
t
・M
inist
ry o
f Tra
nspo
rt ・
Min
istry
of C
onst
ruct
ion
・Ha
noi C
ity P
eopl
e's
Com
mitt
ee
・Ho
Chi
Min
h Ci
ty P
eopl
e's C
omm
ittee
・
Min
istry
of E
duca
tion
and
Trai
ning
・
Gov
ernm
ent O
ffice
Hiro
shim
a Un
ivers
ity
Gra
duat
e Sc
hool
for I
nter
natio
nal
Deve
lopm
ent a
nd C
oope
ratio
n Di
visio
n of
Dev
elop
men
t Scie
nce,
Dev
elop
men
t Te
chno
logy
Cou
rse
・Mas
ter o
f Eng
inee
ring
・Mas
ter o
f Scie
nce
・Mas
ter o
f Int
erna
tiona
l Coo
pera
tion
Stud
ies
2
Nago
ya U
nive
rsity
G
radu
ate
Scho
ol o
f Env
ironm
enta
l St
udie
s G
loba
l Env
ironm
enta
l Lea
ders
hip
Prog
ram
・M
aste
r of E
nviro
nmen
tal S
tudi
es
・Mas
ter o
f Eng
inee
ring
2
1-3
St
able
Sup
plie
s fo
r En
ergy
・M
inist
ry o
f Ind
ustry
and
Tra
de
・M
inist
ry o
f Scie
nce
and
Tech
nolo
gy
・M
inist
ry o
f Edu
catio
n an
d Tr
aini
ng
・G
over
nmen
t Offi
ce
Inte
rnat
iona
l Uni
vers
ity o
f Ja
pan
Gra
duat
e Sc
hool
of I
nter
natio
nal
Rela
tions
(GSI
R)
Inte
rnat
iona
l Dev
elop
men
t Pro
gram
・M
aste
r of A
rts in
Inte
rnat
iona
l De
velo
pmen
t
・Mas
ter o
f Arts
in E
cono
mics
2
Kyus
hu U
nive
rsity
G
radu
ate
Scho
ol o
f Eng
inee
ring
Appl
ied
Qua
ntum
Ene
rgy
Phys
ics
Mas
ter o
f Eng
inee
ring
2
2.Co
unte
rmea
sure
ag
ains
t the
Vu
lner
abilit
ies
2-1
Ag
ricul
ture
and
Ru
ral D
evel
opm
ent
・M
inist
ry o
f Agr
icultu
re a
nd R
ural
De
velo
pmen
t ・
Natio
nal I
nstit
ute
of A
gricu
ltura
l Pla
nnin
g an
d Pr
ojec
tion
・M
inist
ry o
f Edu
catio
n an
d Tr
aini
ng
・G
over
nmen
t Offi
ce
Kyus
hu U
nive
rsity
G
radu
ate
Scho
ol o
f Bio
reso
urce
and
Bi
oenv
ironm
enta
l Scie
nces
Th
e In
tern
atio
nal D
evel
opm
ent R
esea
rch
Cour
se
Mas
ter o
f Scie
nce
3
Toky
o Un
ivers
ity o
f Ag
ricul
ture
and
Tec
hnol
ogy
Gra
duat
e Sc
hool
of A
gricu
lture
De
partm
ent o
f Int
erna
tiona
l Env
ironm
enta
l an
d Ag
ricul
tura
l Scie
nce,
Spe
cial C
ours
e M
aste
r of A
gricu
lture
2
2-2
Envir
onm
ent,
Clim
ate
Chan
ge,
Disa
ster
Pre
vent
ion
・M
inist
ry o
f Nat
ural
Res
ourc
es a
nd E
nviro
nmen
t ・
Min
istry
of P
lann
ing
and
Inve
stm
ent
・Vi
etna
m A
cade
my
of S
cienc
e an
d Te
chno
logy
・
Min
istry
of A
gricu
lture
and
Rur
al D
evel
opm
ent
・M
inist
ry o
f Ind
ustry
and
Tra
de
・M
inist
ry o
f Edu
catio
n an
d Tr
aini
ng
・G
over
nmen
t Offi
ce
Unive
rsity
of T
suku
ba
Gra
duat
e Sc
hool
of L
ife a
nd
Envir
onm
enta
l Scie
nces
M
aste
r’s P
rogr
am in
Env
ironm
enta
l Scie
nces
M
aste
r of E
nviro
nmen
tal S
cienc
es
4
3. S
treng
then
ing
of
Gov
erna
nce
3-1
St
reng
then
ing
of
the
Lega
l Sys
tem
・M
inist
ry o
f Jus
tice
・Su
prem
e Pe
ople
's Co
urt
・Su
prem
e Pe
ople
's Pr
osec
utio
n ・
Offi
ce o
f the
Nat
iona
l Ass
embl
y ・
Min
istry
of I
ndus
try a
nd T
rade
・
Min
istry
of E
duca
tion
and
Trai
ning
・
Gov
ernm
ent O
ffice
Nago
ya U
nive
rsity
G
radu
ate
Scho
ol o
f Law
Depa
rtmen
t of t
he C
ombi
ned
Gra
duat
e Pr
ogra
m
in L
aw a
nd P
olitic
s LL
.M.(C
ompa
rativ
e La
w)
Prog
ram
in L
aw a
nd P
olitic
al S
cienc
e, ti
tled
“Tra
inin
g th
e Ne
xt G
ener
atio
n of
Top
Asia
n Le
galis
t Fro
m S
elf-r
elian
ce to
Net
work
ing”
Mas
ter o
f Law
s (C
ompa
rativ
e La
w)
2
Kyus
hu U
nive
rsity
G
radu
ate
Scho
ol o
f Law
LL
.M. p
rogr
am in
Inte
rnat
iona
l Eco
nom
ic an
d Bu
sines
s La
w M
aste
r of L
aws
2
3-2
St
reng
then
ing
of
the
Adm
inist
rativ
e Ca
pacit
y
・M
inist
ry o
f Hom
e Af
fairs
・
Gov
ernm
ent I
nspe
ctor
ate
・Pe
ople
's Co
mm
ittee
in P
rovin
ces
・O
ffice
of t
he N
atio
nal A
ssem
bly
・Ho
Chi
Min
h Na
tiona
l Aca
dem
y of
Pol
itics
and
Publ
ic Ad
min
istra
tion
・G
over
nmen
t Offi
ce
・M
inist
ry o
f Fin
ance
・
Min
istry
of E
duca
tion
and
Trai
ning
Inte
rnat
iona
l Uni
vers
ity o
f Ja
pan
Gra
duat
e Sc
hool
of I
nter
natio
nal
Rela
tions
(GSI
R)
Publ
ic M
anag
emen
t and
Pol
icy A
nalys
is Pr
ogra
m
Mas
ter o
f Arts
in P
ublic
Man
agem
ent
2
Mei
ji Uni
vers
ity
Gra
duat
e Sc
hool
of G
over
nanc
e St
udie
s
Maj
or in
Gov
erna
nce
Stud
ies
(1) P
ublic
Pol
icy P
rogr
am
(2) I
nter
natio
nal D
evel
opm
ent P
olicy
Pro
gram
(3
) Com
mun
ity P
lann
ing
and
Man
agem
ent
Prog
ram
Mas
ter o
f Pub
lic P
olicy
2
Tota
l 30
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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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Sub-program 1. Promotion of Economic Growth and Strengthening of International Competitiveness
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
To ensure that JDS returned participants will help to improve the institutional capacities of relevant administrative
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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Sub-program 1. Promotion of Economic Growth and Strengthening of International Competitiveness
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.
In this Component, JDS project aims to foster human resources of relevant ministries and state organizations to
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
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
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.
In this Component, JDS project aims to foster human resources of relevant ministries and state organizations to
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
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
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.
In this Component, JDS project aims to foster human resources of relevant ministries and state organizations to
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
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 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
JDS Vietnam 2015 (for AY 2016-2017)
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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.
In this Component, JDS project aims to foster human resources of relevant ministries and state organizations to
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
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
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
JDS Vietnam 2015 (for AY 2016-2017)
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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.
In this Component, JDS project aims to foster human resources of relevant ministries and state organizations to
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
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 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
JDS Vietnam 2015 (for AY 2016-2017)
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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