This is the 4^th consecutive year the programme has been rolled out in Vietnam. The students are in their first academic-year studying business, technology and natural sciences at the National Economics University, HCM City University of Economics, Hanoi University of Technology, Hanoi University of Foreign Trade, HCM City University of Foreign Trade, National University, Can Tho University, Da Nang University, Hue University and Nha Trang University.  

The 10 candidates who have recorded the best results in their studies and leadership abilities will receive 3-year scholarships, each worth US$3,600.

Apart from receiving their tuition fees, books and subsistence expenses, they will have the chance to participate in seminars on developing leadership skills and community activities.

The programme is sponsored by the GE fund set up by the General Electric Group to improve the opportunities for talented students to study in Vietnam and other developing countries where the GE Group operates.