MA in Leadership (Business Stream) in Mandarin
Application Procedures
All new applications should be completed and received prior to the application deadline of August 31st,
2013 for October 2013 entry. Alternative dates of entry will not likely be approved. Late applications may
be considered, as space is available.
To speed processing, please give careful attention to each part of this application. If you have any questions
about any part of this application, please contact:
In China: Haili Peng
Email: Peng@ldichina.com
Phone #: 86-13602030339
In Canada: Lydia Liu
Email: emal@twu.ca
Phone #:1.604.513.2121 ext. 3855
Return all forms & admissions documentation to:
Trinity Western University
C/O Lydia Liu, Operations Coordinator, MA in Leadership
7600 Glover Rd
Langley, BC Canada V2Y 1Y1
Steps in applying for admission.
1. Application for Admission (included)
Complete the Application for Admission form.
2. Applicants Admissions Statement
In a typed essay of two or three pages, double-spaced, please describe your academic goals, some of the
key experiences leading to your desire for academic advancement, and reasons for pursuing this program at
Trinity Western University.
3. Financial Plan
The MA in Leadership (Business Stream) in Mandarin is a graduate degree from TWU as a Canadian
university. Tuition costs are $24,000 USD for 2013 entry, and books and resources are expected to cost
approximately $50-100 USD per course.
There are two travel study courses and three experiential learning sessions. Travel study courses are LRDS
503 with three weeks online and one week residence in Hong Kong; and LRDS 502 that will take place in
Canada at TWU’s campus for two weeks. Three experiential learning sessions are scheduled to take place
in China for courses LDRS 500, LDRS 501 and LDRS 504. Students are responsible for travel,
accommodation, and living expenses during travel study and experiential learning sessions.. Please provide
an overview of your financial plan and ability to cover the projected costs of program study.
Note: Applicants are encouraged to contact MA Leadership office at emal@twu.ca for possible financial
aid support, based on financial needs.
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4. Reference Letters (included)
Enclosed please find outlines for two confidential reference letters that should be given preferably to two
professional referees. However, you may submit one professional reference and one from a friend who is
able to comment on your ability to complete a Canadian graduate degree. These recommendations should
come from persons who are not relatives and should be submitted directly to the MA in Leadership
Program office at TWU. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that reference letters are
forwarded to TWU before application due date.
5. Application Fee
An application fee of $40.00 USD must be included with your application for admission to Trinity Western
University. This fee is non-refundable.
6. Post Secondary Transcripts
Please request that all post secondary institutions attended send an official transcript to the Operations
Coordinator for the MA in Leadership Program at TWU.
7. English Proficiency Assessment
All applicants whose native language is non-English will be required to complete a language proficiency
assessment that will be administered in China. The purpose of this assessment is to determine that admitted
students will be able to complete the course work appropriately in English to graduate successfully with a
Canadian graduate degree. The assessment results will form part of the application file for each learner in
the MA in Leadership Program. Please contact MA in Leadership Program office for further information at
emal@twu.ca
All applicants for the MA in Leadership degree will be required to successfully complete a Pre-Requisite
course two weeks prior to undertaking courses for academic credit in the MA in Leadership degree. The
Pre- Requisite course will be a further step in ensuring each learner has the capability to complete the MA
degree course work successfully.
Note: No application materials will be returned or transferred to another institution
Trinity Western University reserves the right to select students on the basis of academic performance
and personal qualifications. TWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex or ethnic origin in
its education programs or activities
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MA in Leadership (Business Stream) in Mandarin
1. Application for Admission (Please print)
FAMILY NAME:_______________________________________________________________
GIVEN NAME: _________________________________________________________________
Former/Maiden names:______________________ Preferred name:________________________________
CONTACT INFORMATION: Mailing Address:______________________________________________
City:______________________ Province/State:_______________________ Country__________________
Postal/Zip Code:____________ Email address:________________________________________________
Phone: Home ( )___________________ Work ( )________________ Cell ( )_____________________
PERSONAL INFORMATION: Date of Birth (M/D/Y):_______________ Gender: _____M _____F
Country of Citizenship:________________________________
Place of Birth: (City/Province/Country):______________________________________________________
DESIRED ENTRANCE TERM: October 2013_____ (English)
October 2013_____ (Mandarin)
TRANSFER CREDIT: I wish to have my previously completed graduate level courses evaluated for transfer credit. I
understand that I must provide copies of course descriptions, course syllabi and any other supporting information for
each course for which I wish to transfer credit. Yes____ No____
Note: Transfer credits must be finalized by the time the LRDS 500 course completes at the start of the program.
EDUCATION HISTORY: Please list in chronological order all colleges and post secondary institutions attended.
Please see that official transcripts are sent directly to us by each school you have attended post high school. Please
Note: The Minimum GPA for admission is 3.0, based on the last two years of your undergraduate program or another
graduate degree. Applicants without an undergraduate degree are unlikely to be admitted to the program.
INSTITUTION NAME:
DATES ATTENDED:
MAJOR:
DEGREE EARNED:
DATE RECEIVED:
_________________________ ___________________ _____________ _______________________
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: Please list relevant work experience.
Employer (if applicable)
Start
Finish
Activity or Nature of Work
City/Country
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List other work experience or non-credit courses taken that are relevant to Leadership positions.
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PHYSICAL HEALTH: Several parts of the program require some modest physical activity. For your age would you
describe your overall physical condition as Poor___ Average___ Good____ Excellent_____. If you have a history of
heart problems that may curtail your physical activity please describe briefly. _________________________
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SPECIAL DISABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Please indicate only if you have special requirements necessary for
academic success. ________________________________________________________________________________
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PLEASE NOTE:
The MA in Leadership degree is offered under the written consent of the Minister of Advanced Education and Labour
Market Development in British Columbia effective October 2009 having undergone a quality assessment process and
has been found to meet the criteria established by the Minister. Nevertheless, prospective students are responsible for
satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs, acceptable to employers,
professional licensing bodies and other educational institutions.
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2. Confidential Professional Reference
Applicant Name: _______________________________
Phone: ________________________________________ Email: __________________________________
To the referee: Thank you for agreeing to provide a reference for this applicant to our Graduate program in
Leadership. Such letters play an important role in our admissions process.
In a signed letter of approximately one page, on your institutional/organizational letterhead if possible,
please comment on the following areas as you are able:

Your position/title; how long you have known the applicant and the context/relationship in which
you have known him/her

Academic and/or professional achievements –as demonstrated by positions held, and exceptional
achievements, awards and distinctions.

Academic potential – quality of analytical skills; ability to think critically, ability to apply skills
and knowledge, judgment, originality, initiative, determination and ability to complete work
projects within an appropriate period of time, research contributions.

Communications skills – as demonstrated by an ability to read, write and speak clearly in English;
community involvement and other relevant extra-curricular activities; and ability to work well
with others.

Please indicate whether you recommend this applicant highly; recommend; recommend with
reservations; or could not recommend them for admission to Trinity Western University’s
Graduate program in Leadership.
Please mail or fax to the address below.
Thank you.
Trinity Western University
Lydia Liu, Operations Coordinator, MA in Leadership
7600 Glover Rd
Langley, BC Canada V2Y 1Y1
Fax: 604.513.2177
Email: emal@twu.ca
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MA in Leadership (Business Stream) in Mandarin
3. Confidential Professional or Personal Reference
Applicant Name: _______________________________
Phone: ________________________________________ Email: __________________________________
To the referee: Thank you for agreeing to provide a reference for this applicant to our Graduate program in
Leadership. Such letters play an important role in our admissions process.
In a signed letter of approximately one page, on your institutional/organizational letterhead if possible,
please comment on the following areas as you are able:

Your position/title; how long you have known the applicant and the context/relationship in which
you have known him/her

Academic and/or professional achievements –as demonstrated by positions held, and exceptional
achievements, awards and distinctions.

Academic potential – quality of analytical skills; ability to think critically, ability to apply skills
and knowledge, judgment, originality, initiative, determination and ability to complete work
projects within an appropriate period of time, research contributions.

Communications skills – as demonstrated by an ability to read, write and speak clearly in English;
community involvement and other relevant extra-curricular activities; and ability to work well
with others.

Please indicate whether you recommend this applicant highly; recommend; recommend with
reservations; or could not recommend them for admission to Trinity Western University’s
Graduate program in Leadership.
Please mail or fax to the address below.
Thank you.
Trinity Western University
Lydia Liu, Operations Coordinator, MA in Leadership
7600 Glover Rd
Langley, BC Canada V2Y 1Y1
Fax: 604.513.2177
Email: emal@twu.ca
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