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Australia Awards Scholarship 2022
AAS2234547

Personal Details
Contact Details

Home Country Residential Address

Address Line 3:
1:
2:
Home Country Mailing
101/2Code:
Gulistan-e-Jauhar
Post FL-7 Block Karachi
13 Solaira Luxury Apartments
Address
Town/City:
State/Province:
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1:
2:
Karachi
Sindh Contact Details
101/2Code:
Gulistan-e-Jauhar
Post FL-7 Block Karachi
13 Solaira Luxury Apartments
Country:
Home
Work
Mobile Phone:
Phone:
Phone:
Town/City:
State/Province:
PAKISTAN
+922134013271
Primary
+923028287299
Email: Spouse and Children
Karachi
Sindh
Fax:
syed_umar_ahmed@yahoo.com
Alternate Email: Date
Country:
umar.ahmed@princelyjets.com Relationship Name of Gender Cit
PAKISTAN
Birth
SEHA 23
R Apr Femal PA
Spouse
SHAFI 198 e N
Q 9
SYED
ABDU 1 Jul
PA
Child L 201 Male
N
HADI 6
UMAR

Emergency Contact Details

Personal Details
Title Name
Family
Given Name
Current Residential Address
Mrs
SULTAN
AFROZ
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Gender
Relationship Contact Details
101/2Code:
State/Province:
Post FL-7 Block 13 Solaira Luxury Apartments Gulistan-e-Jauhar
Female
MOTHER
Home Phone:
Work
Mobile Phone:
Phone:
Karachi
Sindh
+922134013271
Primary
+923470223464
Email: +923122678000
+922134170400 Previous Scholarships
Town/City:
Fax:
Alternate Email: Not Applicable
Karachi Scholarship Applications
Country: What other scholarships are you going to
apply for this year:
PAKISTAN Have you previously applied for a DFAT
scholarship but were unsuccessful:
No
Proposed Study Program
Preference 1
Course Name:
Master of Business Administration
Institution:
The Australian National University

CRICOS Code:
091188G

Type of Study:
Coursework

Level of Study:
Masters Degree (Coursework)

Duration in weeks:
72

Field of Study:
080301 - Business Management

Minimum English language proficiency required for the course (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE Academic):
An overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component of the test.
Preference 2
Course Name:
Master of Business Administration

Institution:
The University of Melbourne

CRICOS Code:
0101669

Type of Study:
Coursework

Level of Study:
Masters Degree (Coursework)

Duration in weeks:
98

Field of Study:
080301 - Business Management

Minimum English language proficiency required for the course (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE Academic):
IELTS score minimum requirement of 7.0 overall with no individual score less than 6.5
Preference 3
Course Name:
Master of Business Administration

Institution:
Monash University

CRICOS Code:
001461G

Type of Study:
Coursework

Level of Study:
Masters Degree (Coursework)

Duration in weeks:
104

Field of Study:
080301 - Business Management

Minimum English language proficiency required for the course (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE Academic):
6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.
Preference 4
Course Name:
Master of Business Administration

Institution:
The University of New South Wales (including ADFA)

CRICOS Code:
006681K

Type of Study:
Coursework

Level of Study:
Masters Degree (Coursework)

Duration in weeks:
78

Field of Study:
080301 - Business Management

Minimum English language proficiency required for the course (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE Academic):
Preference 5
Course Name:
Master of Business Administration

Institution:
The University of Queensland

CRICOS Code:
060533G

Type of Study:
Coursework

Level of Study:
Masters Degree (Coursework)

Duration in weeks:
52

Field of Study:
080301 - Business Management

Minimum English language proficiency required for the course (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE Academic):
Preference 6
Course Name:
Master of Business Administration

Institution:
University of Technology Sydney

CRICOS Code:
025004A

Type of Study:
Coursework

Level of Study:
Masters Degree (Coursework)

Duration in weeks:
104

Field of Study:
080301 - Business Management

Minimum English language proficiency required for the course (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE Academic):
 Preference 7
Course Name:
Master of Business Administration

Institution:
University of Wollongong

CRICOS Code:
013031G

Type of Study:
Coursework

Level of Study:
Masters Degree (Coursework)

Duration in weeks:
78

Field of Study:
080301 - Business Management

Minimum English language proficiency required for the course (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE Academic):
Qualification Details

Qualification Qualification Start End State/Pro

Status Institution Country Language
Level Name Date Date vince
NED
1 6 University of
Bachelor of
Undergraduat Complet Jan Mar Engineering PAKISTA
Electronic Sindh English
e e 200 200 & N
Engineering
4 8 Technology,
Karachi

English Language Details

Is English the applicant's first language:
No

Was English the language of the applicant's highest level of study?

Yes

The applicant has taken the following test

IELTS
• Test Date: 13 Apr 2021
• Test Score: 7.00
• Reading Score: 6.5
• Writing Score: 7.0
• Listening Score: 7.5
• Speaking Score: 7.0
Computer Literacy Details
Is the applicant computer literate:
Yes

Computer Usage:
Daily

The applicant has experience with the following computer software:

• Word processing software (e.g. Word)
• Presentation software (e.g. PowerPoint)
• Internet Browsers (e.g. Internet Explorer)
• Spreadsheet software (e.g. Excel)
• Operating systems (e.g. Windows 2000)
 • Email software (e.g. Outlook)
Computer Training
Not Applicable
Current Employment
Position Title:
ASSISTANT TO GMQA & MARKETING CO-ORDINATOR

Date Commenced:
15 Sep 2015

Organisation:
M/S PRINCELY JETS (PVT) LIMITED

Organisation Address:
No.10, 2nd Floor, Services Club Ext. Bldg. , Mereweather Road, Karachi-75200, Pakistan

Sector:
Private

Responsibilities:
• Carrying out Technical Quality Audits to ensure compliance with approved maintenance procedures and overseeing follow-up actions. • Overseeing
the recovery of aircraft and helicopter and involve in the technical aspects of induction of an aircraft • Maintain, liaise with the Airworthiness Directorate
of Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) for Quality Improvement strategies. • Arrange and supervise maintenance and safety-related training for
concerned personnel.

Do you intend to return to this organisation after completing your scholarship in Australia?
No

What are your plans when you finish your studies:

After completing my MBA, I will be looking forward to contributing to the development of the Aviation sector of Pakistan. I will utilize my existing skills
combined with business acumen for aviation business process improvements, specifically optimizing fuel consumption process in small airlines. This
process improvement will help airlines achieve sustainability in terms of revenue growth due to a great reduction in operating costs and increased
profitability.
Previous Employment
Not Applicable
Supporting Statement
Why did you choose your proposed course and institution?
I have chosen an MBA considering my tendency of staying up to date on the industry’s latest developments and analyzing their pros & cons. This
approach has always helped me in my current job as well, which requires implementing and overseeing continuous process improvements in aircraft
maintenance. The passion for bringing about a lasting change in the developing sectors of Pakistan has motivated me to pursue an MBA degree.
Having the required professional experience in Quality Management, I intend to apply my existing skills, knowledge to develop and further hone my
business acumen. Being a Certified Quality Professional with significant experience in the field, I strongly believe that an MBA will help me improve my
sales/marketing skills, interpersonal and communication skills, leadership and people management skills. Secondly, the selection of an institute for
higher studies is one important step that determines the future prospects of a student. When I learned about the Australian Awards Scholarship, I
began to study courses and curriculum being offered at different Australian universities. During the selection phase, besides quality education (as per
university rankings), my other preferences were quality of life in the city, networking opportunities, and city tourist attractions. As I am fond of
exploring nature and learning about different foreign cultures, I preferred universities in Canberra and Melbourne cities. Canberra is renowned for its
nature and mountains whereas Melbourne boasts itself as being Australian Cultural Capital with amazing museums and street art. Therefore, my first
three institution preferences are Australian National University(1st preference), Melbourne University(2nd preference), and Monash University(3rd
preference). These universities besides having a world-class education system, also offer a strong alumni network which opens doors of networking
opportunities for students.

How will the proposed study contribute to your career?

I believe that the proposed MBA program will help develop and further broaden the horizon of knowledge pertaining to business acumen, strategic
analysis, ethical decision making, interpersonal and people management skills. These skills attribute to a strong business strategic mindset which will
help me grow professionally. I intend to contribute to the aviation industry sector upon my return to Pakistan, as this sector has a great potential for
expansion. I am also a Certified Quality Professional having professional attainment in Quality Management. I will therefore utilize my existing skills
combined with business management skills for aviation business process improvements, specifically optimizing fuel consumption processes in small
airlines. This process improvement will help airlines achieve sustainability in terms of revenue growth due to a great reduction in operating costs.
Moreover, I shall also attempt to advocate the idea of adaptation to modernized fuel technology, such as renewable fuel, in collaboration with the
Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), which will also help alleviate the increasing environmental degradation. By adopting this alternate fuel, airlines
will be able to build resilient operating infrastructure, while attracting more customers due to their improved recognition as a result of this innovation.
My current experience of managing and implementing maintenance process improvements as a Quality Professional when coupled with core business
skills learned during an MBA will help bring a notable increase in the overall productivity of airlines. After gaining good exposure in managing such
 process improvement tasks, I will offer consultancy services to small airlines which will be focused on adaptation to this latest technological trend and
implementation of an effective quality and safety management system. These innovative changes will result in the optimization of the business
processes of airlines and increased profitability.

How have you contributed to solving a challenge and to implementing change or reform? (Be specific and include: what aspect/s of your
leadership knowledge, skills and practice you consider to be well established and effective; which people or organisations you worked with to
solve the problem; and what creative methods were used.)
I am working as a Quality professional at Princely Jets which is a private aircraft charter and maintenance organization in Pakistan. My primary
responsibility includes ensuring continued airworthiness of aircraft which is accomplished by complying with the maintenance procedures by aircraft
engineers as prescribed by the regulatory authority (Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority- PCAA). PCAA had instructed all the aviation maintenance
organizations to streamline their maintenance procedures in compliance with European Union Aviation Safety Agency regulations. These regulations
primarily focus on enhanced aircraft flight safety by adapting internationally approved maintenance process improvement techniques. Incorporating
the approved maintenance procedures into the company exposition manual and subsequently going for their implementation were not straightforward
tasks due to non-existent dedicated engineering budget and untrained staff. I was assigned the task of developing company maintenance procedures
and completed it well in time. However, coming up with the schedule and a timeline to implement each process was challenging. I worked very closely
with the management by negotiating personnel training time despite tight schedules for customer projects to ensure the timeline of the
implementation was met. The company exposition manual got approved by PCAA and we were certified as an approved aircraft maintenance
organization.

Please:- a) give up to three practical examples of how you intend to use the knowledge, skills and connections you will gain from your
scholarship. Possible tasks can be personal and/or professional; and
b) list any possible constraints you think may prevent you from achieving these tasks.
Firstly, I will be preparing a feasibility study on the use of sustainable renewable fuel instead of conventional fuel in an attempt to persuade aviation
industrialists to adapt to this trend. The study will highlight the significant impact on the environment (substantiated with foreign industries
data)leading to the improved well-being of inhabitants due to a considerable reduction in carbon emission. However, this technology is expensive
upfront which might create hindrances in adopting this fuel type. Secondly, I shall initiate an online consultancy forum that will emphasize the
significance of achieving aviation business optimization by reducing non-value-added processes. I shall use my aviation experience coupled with
strategic analysis and business acumen to formulate a business case that would emphasize the need of reducing aircraft maintenance costs. Sales and
Marketing skills will help me formulate Cost-Benefit Analysis to figure out the ways of reaching business sustainability, whereas my existing quality
management skills will be used to formulate a strategy that would result in maintenance cost savings. However, complacency and non-cooperation of
aviation industrialists might play a key role in the non-achievement of this goal. Thirdly, I shall build a volunteer team that will work under my
supervision. Their task will be to spread awareness about safe hygienic practices among the rural inhabitants. Special attention will be given to women
as they are mainly responsible for the upbringing of their families. The task force team will mostly comprise female staff so that rural women will be at
ease sharing their problems. I will mentor my team members on how to use leadership skills and people management skills to achieve the objectives.
However prevailing feudalism in rural areas will forbid women to voice their opinions and thoughts and it may cause impediment to the realization of
this task.

Development theme that is most relevant to your application:

Infrastructure

Do you have any connection or relationship to any staff employed at DFAT Posts or with DFAT's managing contractors?

 No
Are you subject to any criminal or civil proceedings that are currently awaiting legal action?

 No
Have you ever been convicted of an offence in any country?

 No
Do you identify as having a disability?

 No
Professional Memberships
Not Applicable
Communication
Where did you first learn of the Australia Awards?:
Friend, relative or colleague
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